OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring
An Ofqual-regulated postgraduate diploma equipping learners with advanced knowledge, skills, and reflective practice in coaching and mentoring within organisational settings, equivalent to a master's degree level.
Course Features
This postgraduate qualification is regulated by Ofqual and awarded by OTHM. It comprises six mandatory units totalling 120 credits, designed for delivery over twelve months with flexible study modes.
- Ofqual-regulated qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
- 120 credits | 1,200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) | 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
- Six mandatory units, each worth 20 credits
- 100% assignment-based coursework — no written examinations
- Flexible delivery: face-to-face, online, blended, or distance learning
- Pathway to master's degree top-up with advanced standing at UK and international universities
About This Course
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring is a postgraduate qualification at the same level as a master's degree on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). It is designed for a wide range of individuals working in organisations or private practice who seek to develop their knowledge and skills in coaching and mentoring. The qualification is also pertinent to learners who lead coaching and mentoring at individual and organisational levels.
Postgraduate-level qualification equivalent to the taught stage of a master's degree
Develops critical understanding of coaching and mentoring theory and practice at leadership level
Covers transformative learning, reflective practice, and ethical coaching frameworks
Builds competence in designing and implementing organisational coaching and mentoring strategies
Prepares learners for senior roles in coaching, mentoring, HR, and organisational development
Enables progression to master's top-up at UK and international universities with advanced standing
What You'll Learn
Learners completing this diploma will develop a comprehensive range of knowledge, understanding, and generic skills aligned to the official OTHM qualification objectives. The following key learning outcomes underpin the programme.
Critically analyse the interface between theory and practice in coaching and mentoring at individual and organisational level
Develop comprehensive knowledge of coaching, mentoring, and supervision theory and models that inform practice
Critically understand the theories behind transformative learning, transformative reflection, and transformative coaching
Critically review and systematically evaluate the role and contribution of coaching and mentoring at individual and organisational level
Design, develop, and deliver coaching and mentoring as a service operation, with justification and rationale for ethical practice and contracting
Critically evaluate alternative methodological approaches to research problems and justify design choices in relevant socio-cultural contexts
Who Should Attend?
This qualification is of high interest to a wide range of professionals working in organisations or private practice who seek to develop advanced expertise in coaching and mentoring. It is particularly relevant to those who lead or intend to lead coaching and mentoring at individual and organisational levels.
Senior managers and leaders seeking to integrate coaching and mentoring into their leadership practice
HR professionals and learning and development practitioners responsible for organisational development
Practising coaches and mentors aiming to formalise and elevate their professional qualifications
Consultants and private practitioners establishing or growing a coaching and mentoring practice
Individuals aspiring to progress to a master's degree or MBA in a related discipline
Mature professionals with significant management experience seeking postgraduate-level recognition
Course Content
Explore the comprehensive OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.
Unit 2: Strategic Impact of Coaching and Mentoring for Organisations (20 Credits)
Unit 3: Implement Organisational Coaching and Mentoring Frameworks (20 Credits)
Unit 4: Navigating Change: Strategies for Teams and Individual Resilience (20 Credits)
Unit 5: Coaching, Mentoring and Managing Organisational Culture and Behaviour (20 Credits)
Unit 6: Research Methods for Coaching and Mentoring (20 Credits)
Course Requirements
Entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring is subject to official entry criteria set by OTHM. All applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements before registering for the programme.
An honours degree in a related subject, a UK Level 6 diploma, or an equivalent overseas qualification
Mature learners without a first degree must hold relevant management experience (applicants must check with the delivery centre regarding the required evidence of experience prior to registering)
Learners must be 21 years of age or older at the beginning of the course
Learners who are not from a majority English-speaking country must provide verified evidence of English language competency in line with OTHM's English Language Expectations
Assessments
All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the approved centre and externally verified by OTHM. The qualification is criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all specified learning outcomes, with no timetabled written examinations.
Coursework assignments: each unit is assessed through a written coursework assignment of approximately 4,000 words
Criterion-referenced assessment: learners must provide evidence demonstrating fulfilment of all learning outcomes and all assessment criteria for each unit
Internal assessment and marking: judgement of learner achievement is made by the centre assessor, who must provide a clear audit trail of the overall grading decision
External verification: all assessed work is externally verified by OTHM to ensure national standards are consistently applied
Progression
The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring supports learners in meeting requirements for work and employment within all areas of management, leadership, coaching, and mentoring at this level. Because the qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual, learners are eligible to progress to a master's top-up at many UK and overseas universities with advanced standing.
Progress to a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or MA top-up with advanced standing at UK and international universities recognised by OTHM
Progress to the dissertation stage (60 credits) at a UK university to achieve a full master's degree
Enter or advance within employment as a professional executive coach or mentor in organisational or private practice settings
Pursue further professional development through membership and accreditation with professional coaching and mentoring bodies
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