Course Overview
The Diploma of Leadership Coaching (11315NAT) attracts the “champions” from the workplaces who are passionate about coaching, are great coaches themselves and are aspiring to lead cultural change in their workplace. This program focuses on the frameworks to coach senior executives and lead with advanced coaching models, critical thinking, emotional intelligence and innovation.
The Diploma is based on a combination of best practice frameworks, case studies and learning from the experience of the group and the program is accredited by the International Coach Federation.
Who's It For?
This Qualification is designed specifically for experienced or qualified coaches who wish to extend their coaching skills and learn how to implement a coaching led culture in an organisation.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Internal Workplace Coach
- Workplace Coaching Practitioner
- Executive Coach
- Other specialist coaching roles
Recognition
Study Method
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations







- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Victoria
- Western Australia
Duration Study Load
Typically completed within a 12-month period with extensions available (fees may apply).
The time it will take to develop competency in the units that form this qualification is dependent on existing skills and experience.
Typically, to complete within the specified course duration, it is recommended that students commit approximately 3-5 hours per week plus additional time for assessment to developing their competency through a range of learning, work-based skills testing and assessment activities.
Delivery
Online & In Class
Entry Requirements
To enter the Diploma of Leadership Coaching (11315NAT) applicants must have:
successfully achieved a coaching qualification for example Certificate IV in Workplace Coaching 10834NAT OR 11314NAT OR
an equivalent other coaching qualification OR
hold equivalent vocational competency and be coaching at the International Coach Federation (ICF) Associate Certified Coach (ACC) level or above.
You will need to provide a coaching demonstration and be deemed competent at the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Associate Certified Coach (ACC) level or above and provide your resume with equivalent coaching experience in the workplace**.
Recognition Of Prior Learning
Recognition of skills and knowledge gained through previous studies, work,
and life experiences may be used to award competency for Units of Competency within this qualification. Download our free course guide to read more on Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer
Professional Recognition
The Diploma of Leadership Coaching is an ICF Level 2 Accredited Progarm and includes the coach education, mentoring and assessment components required to support progression towards ICF PCC credentialing. Graduates who wish to pursue an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential will need to undertake the IECL PCC Applicant Support Pathway (MPE). This pathway provides additional mentor coaching, performance evaluation an the one-to-one mentoring required by the IECL to obtain sign-off for your PCC credential submission (Additional fees apply).
Assessment
To achieve the qualification you will complete 9 units of competency including the 8 core units and your chosen elective Assessments include:
Completing readings and case studies on the topic of coaching culture
Peer coaching
Attendance at training days (if studying face-to-face) or online webinars
Practical executive coaching assignment
Coaching culture project
Complete answers to questions in workbooks
Additional Information
Delivered by the Australian Institute of Management Education and Training Pty Ltd, RTO Provider No. 0049, trading as IECL Academy. AIM is the issuing Registered Training Organisation and is responsible for your training and assessment. On successful completion, AIM will issue your Certificate and/or Statement of Attainment.
About the IECL Academy
The IECL Academy is a leading provider of coaching qualifications and accreditations, combining decades of coaching expertise with globally recognised industry standards. Our programs are designed to develop highly skilled coaches and provide pathways to recognised Australian and international certifications.
Our faculty includes experienced executive coaches and educators who hold professional qualifications and International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Master Certified Coach (MCC) credentials. With deep industry experience and a passion for developing people, they provide the training, guidance, mentoring and practical
expertise needed to help you achieve your personal and professional coaching goals.
Training and Assessment Delivered by: Australian Institute of Management Education and Training Pty Ltd trading as IECL Academy (RTO Code 0049)
About Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL)
The Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL) are the pioneers of Organisational Coaching excellence. Since 1999, we have spearheaded the professionalisation of this unregulated industry, ensuring every leader and organisation can thrive and grow through world-class coaching.At IECL, our focus is crystal clear: to cultivate confident, competent, and ethical organisational coaches and leaders. With a remarkable track record of working with individuals and organisations globally, IECL empower professionals to reach new heights and achieve remarkable success.
