Leadership and Management Training in North Wales
Developing strong leadership and management skills is essential for business growth, productivity, and staff retention. Across North Wales, there is a wide range of fully funded and part-funded training opportunities available to support employers and individuals at all levels.
This page brings together key information on:
- Apprenticeships
- Accredited qualifications
- Short courses and microcredentials
- Sector-specific leadership programmes
- Individual funding opportunities (PLA)
Apprenticeships in Leadership & Management
Apprenticeships offer a practical, work-based route to developing leadership and management skills, allowing employees to learn while they work.
Apprenticeships are not only for new recruits but can also be used to upskill existing staff members (For Level 2–3 apprenticeships, eligibility may depend on the employee’s time in current role).
These can be delivered:
- Online or blended learning
- In the workplace or classroom
Apprenticeships build the skills your organisation needs, close workforce gaps, boost staff loyalty and progression, and offer access to funded training.
Leadership and Mangement Apprenticeship offer in North Wales:
Apprenticeships are delivered by a range of approved training providers across the region and support progression from team leading and supervisory roles through to senior management and leadership positions.
| Typical Duration | Typical Job Roles | Grŵp Llandrillo Menai | Coleg Cambria | ALS Training | Cambrian Training | |
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| Level 2 Foundation Apprenticeship in Team Leading | 15 Months | Team leading and supervisory |
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| Level 3 Apprenticeship in Management | 16-17 Months | Operational Management |
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| Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in Mangement | 18 Months | Middle Management |
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| Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship in Management and Leadership | 18-21 Months | Senior Management |
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Sector-Specific Leadership and Management Programmes
In addition to general leadership and management training, there are opportunities tailored to specific industries across North Wales. These programmes help leaders develop the skills and knowledge needed to meet the unique challenges of their sector.
These programmes are often delivered as short courses, workshops, or embedded modules within wider qualifications. They are available through local colleges and independent training providers, universities, and sector-specific training providers.
Manufacturing and Engineering
Leadership development for operational managers, team leaders, and supervisors in production and engineering environments.
Health and Social Care
Programmes for healthcare and social care professionals focusing on team coordination, strategic leadership, and wellbeing.
Hospitality and Tourism
Courses designed for managers and supervisors in hotels, restaurants, and visitor attractions, focusing on customer service, team management, and operational leadership.
Construction
Leadership development for site managers, supervisors, and project leads, focusing on team coordination, project delivery, health and safety compliance, and operational decision-making.
Public Sector
Leadership pathways tailored to public service environments, developing emerging leaders and strengthening organisational effectiveness across government and statutory bodies.
Third Sector
Leadership pathways designed for charities, social enterprises, and community organisations, supporting emerging leaders to increase community impact and organisational sustainability.
Accredited Leadership & Management Qualifications
There are a range of accredited qualifications available outside of apprenticeships, offering flexible routes for developing leadership and management capability; which can be delivered part-time, online or blended learning and in the classroom or workplace.
What’s available:
- ILM / CMI qualifications
- Certificates and diplomas in leadership and management
- Programmes from Level 2 through to Level 7
Level 2 -5 Accredited Leadership and Management Qualifications offer in North Wales
A variety of providers offer accredited qualifications tailored to employer and individual needs.
| Qualification | Typical Job Roles | Grŵp LLandrillo Menai | Coleg Cambria | ALS Training | Cambrian Training |
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| ILM Level 2 Diploma / Certificate in Team Leading | Team leading and supervisory |
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| BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading | Team leading and supervisory roles |
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| ILM Level 3 Diploma / Certificate in Leadership and Management | Operational Management |
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| BTEC Level 3 Certificate / Diploma in Leadership and Management | Operational Management |
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| ILM Level 4 Diploma / Certificate in Leadership and Management | Middle Management |
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| BTEC Level 4 Certificate / Diploma in Leadership and Management | Middle Management |
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| ILM Level 5 Diploma / Certificate in Leadership and Management | Senior Management |
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| CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership | Senior Management |
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| BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management | Senior Management |
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Level 6-7 Accredited Leadership and Management Qualifications offer in North Wales
A variety of providers offer accredited qualifications tailored to employer and individual needs.
| Qualification | Typical Job Roles | Grŵp LLandrillo Menai | Bangor University | Wrexham University | The Open University |
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| ILM Level 6 Diploma in Leadership and Management | Strategic Manager |
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| CMI Level 6 Diploma in Professional Management and Leadership Practice | Strategic Manager |
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| BTEC Level 6 Diploma in Professional Management | Strategic Management |
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| ILM Level 7 Diploma in Leadership and Management | Executive Leader |
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| CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice | Executive Leader |
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| BTEC Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership | Executive Leader |
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| CMI Level 7 Strategic Leadership | Executive Leader |
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Next steps
Learn more about apprenticeships in North Wales, or use our filterable directory to find local training providers offering bespoke, flexible options to help grow and upskill your team.
