Course overview

The purpose of this programme is to equip Mentoring Programme Managers with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to design, implement and evaluate mentoring programmes in a variety of organisational settings and contexts. In addition, the programme addresses the ongoing training and development of Mentoring Programme Managers.

The programme is accredited by the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and will hold the European Quality Award (EQA) Bespoke Programme at Practitioner Level 5. On completion of the course and related registration requirements and assessment, participants will be awarded the EMCC European Programme Manager Accreditation (EPMA).

Mentoring Programme Managers will be able to:

  • Work with organisations and their teams to design, implement and evaluate mentoring programmes.
  • Apply a framework, core and professional standards to facilitate their practice.
  • Utilise key levers to overcome challenges they may experience in the mentoring programme journey.
  • Engage in self-development through reflective practice and supervision.
  • Demonstrate the rigour and quality of their practice through the EMCC accreditation award.

Course Dates

Mentoring and Coaching Programme Manager Accreditation (Cohort 8)

Timezone: EU & Asia

Type: Virtual

Date: 4th November 2025 - 28th April 2026

Course Details

  • New in position and experienced Mentoring and/or Coaching Programme Managers
  • Human Resource Management and Development Professionals
  • Mentoring, Coaching and/or Learning and Development Consultants
  • Mentoring Programme Participants who wish to transition into the role of Mentoring Programme Managers
  • Anyone tasked with setting up or managing mentoring programmes

The programme can be delivered virtually in a series of 6 webinars over 6 months or in a classroom as required. There is an additional two months for Supervision and Portfolio submission.

The Program costs £3,000 (plus VAT where applicable) or £2,100 (plus VAT where applicable) for not-for-profit organisations.

Additional fees paid directly to EMCC

In order to become accredited by the EMCC the following fees apply and are paid directly to EMCC upon activating your accreditation

  • EMCC Global/home country membership. Membership varies by country, and are around €110 per year, discounted for your first year when trained by us e.g. EMCC UK approx. £82.50 paid first year (25% student discount included)
  • EMCC IPMA (Individual Programme Manager Accreditation). Cost varies depending on accreditation level, e.g. Practitioner level €205, award is valid for 5 years
  • EMCC Global EIA Foundation (Individual Coach/Mentor Accreditation). Cost varies depending on accreditation level awarded which will vary dependent on your experience and all awards are valid for 5 years
  • Foundation level €120
  • Practitioner level €205
  • Senior Practitioner level €245

A copy of the Programme brochure is available to download here. 

  • Unique opportunity to work with two IPMA Master Practitioners. David is the co-founder of EMCC and Julie is the EMCC Global Work Group Lead for the International Standards in Mentoring and Coaching Programmes.
  • Bringing in-house all the resources required to design and implement effective mentoring programme
  • The opportunity to learn from analysis of both your own and other programme managers experiences, with a deep focus on mentoring programme best practice
  • Free CCMI membership for the duration of the course (worth £40 per year)
  • 4 free sessions immediately after the end of the programme to the Reflective Practice Online Forum (July, August, September & October 2026)

The programme is accredited by the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) Global and  holds the Programme Manager Quality Award (PMQA) Bespoke at Practitioner Level 5. On completion of the course and related registration requirements and assessment, participants will be awarded the EMCC Individual Programme Manager Accreditation (IPMA).

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Learning outcomes

  • How to create and manage highly effective mentoring programmes
  • How to engage stakeholders
  • How to measure individual and organisational outcomes and deliver continuous improvement
  • How to ensure that participants are well-prepared for their roles.
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“the programme was really well structured and easy to follow.”

“a wonderful learning experience, which has already impacted the mentoring programs I manage. The course was exactly what I was looking for to consolidate my on-the-job training.” 

“the programme was fantastic, the framework was hugely beneficial and makes programme management manageable.”

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Bespoke in-house courses available provided by a CCMI Network Member in your local country.

If your country isn’t covered by a CCMI Network Member, or you need delivery across multiple countries, please contact us

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