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CMI Level 3 Leadership & Management - Recognised Certificate
Empower yourself with first – line leadership skills and become a confident, effective supervisor, team leader and manager.
Overview - CMI Level 3
The CMI Level 3 Leadership & Management Qualification builds the core skills needed for first-line leaders, developing your confidence to guide teams, manage daily tasks, and support safe, effective care all linked to CQC expectations.
CMI Level 3 is designed for care professionals stepping into supervisory roles or already guiding a small team and wanting to strengthen their confidence and capability.
Learning is delivered entirely 100% online, supported by tutors with genuine care-sector leadership experience. Their guidance, feedback, and free virtual workshop sessions help you understand and build confidence as you learn.
Completing this qualification gives you a respected, accredited qualification recognised across the UK. You will be ready to lead shifts, support staff, manage workloads, and contribute to safe, high-quality care moving into roles such as Senior Carer, Registered Manager, Team Leader or Supervisor.
Access Skills creates an environment with the structure, guidance, and flexibility to develop solid leadership foundations and skills that strengthen your role today with confidence and open doors to future progression.
Course Options: Award | Certificate
Who is this qualification for?
Designed for individuals ready to step into leadership roles or strengthen their practical management skills.
Aspiring or Current First-Line Managers
Ideal for those taking on responsibilities for guiding teams and supporting daily operations.
Professionals Developing Leadership Skills
Perfect for individuals who want to build confidence, communication, and practical management ability.
Individuals Seeking Career Progression
For anyone aiming to advance into supervisory, team leader, or management roles.
Modules
The CMI Level 3 units focus on the real-world skills needed to lead care teams and meet CQC requirements.
Each module helps you build competence and confidence in your role.
CMI Level 3 Award
- Managing Team Performance
- Principles of Leadership
- Communication Strategies
CMI Level 3 Certificate
- Managing a Team to Achieve Results
- Principles of Leadership and Management
- Building Stakeholder Relationships
By the end of your CMI level 3 course, you will know how to handle care plans, appropriately delegate responsibilities and deliver exceptional person-centred care and keep your service inspection-ready.
Entry Requirements
Enrolling on the CMI Level 3 qualification is a straightforward and easy process with requirements including;
- Open to learners aged 16+
- No formal entry requirements, but a good standard of written English is expected
If you have completed the NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the CMI level 3 qualification is the next ideal step to build your care leadership skills and progress to higher care roles.
Assessment
Your CMI level 3 qualification progress is measured through practical assignments, case studies, and workplace observations that reflect real situations in health and social care such as managing rotas, supporting staff, and maintaining care quality.
There are no formal exams.
- Award
- Short written assignments & case studies
- Certificate
- In-depth assessments, including practical leadership projects
Career Progression
Completing the CMI Level 3 qualification is a key step in your care leadership and management journey. It prepares you for senior responsibilities and helps you stand out in the care sector.
You will also be on the pathway to becoming a Chartered Manager and achieving Foundation Chartered Manager Status, an international recognition of your leadership potential especially in a care setting.
After this qualification, you could progress into roles such as;
- Team Leader
- Supervisor
- Project Officer
To advance further, you can continue your professional development with higher-level qualifications, such as:
- Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care – For Team leaders and senior carers in supervisory position
- CMI Level 5 Operational Management – Idea for senior carers ready to make a broader impact
- Level 5 Diploma in Adult Care – For registered care managers and senior practitioners
QUALIFICATION BENEFITS
Benefits of CMI Level 3 Qualification
For Individuals
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Learn how to set clear goals, monitor progress, and keep your team on track -
Improve day-to-day organisation and communication - Develop effective planning and project management skills
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Gain a clear understanding of your role and responsibilities as a first-line leader -
Build the core skills needed to progress into more senior management positions -
Achieve Foundation Chartered Manager Status and access ongoing CPD opportunities
For Organizations
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Equip care teams with leadership skills to meet service and regulatory standards -
Strengthen consistency and accountability across departments or care settings -
Improve staff motivation, retention, and overall performance -
Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and development -
Apply CMI leadership principles that transfer across all care services and sectors
How You’ll Learn
100% Online Learning
Study anywhere, anytime at your own pace
Tutor-Led Support
Get expert guidance & feedback from experienced professionals
Practical Assignments
Apply your learning to real-world business scenarios
Globally Recognised Certification
Boost your career with a respected qualification
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Quick FAQs
This course is designed for practicing or aspiring first-line managers, team leaders and supervisors.
Professionals looking to develop practical leadership skills and individuals aiming for career progression in management.
The course focuses on:
- Principles of Leadership Practices
- Principles of Managing and Leading Individuals and Teams to Achieve Success
- Communication Strategies to Achieve Success between Teams and Stakeholders
- Project development & implementation
- First Line Management and Leadership
Award and Certificate
Award: Requires at least one unit, with a minimum of 40 Total Unit Time (TUT) hours.
Certificate: Requires a minimum of 130 TUT hours, covering at least two units.
You must be at least 16 years old and have an excellent command of written English, including the ability to conduct research and use referencing
Upon completion, you can pursue qualifications further up the chain like the CMI Level 5.
