Overview
First Line Management & Leadership CMI Level 3 CertificateThis qualification is ideal for anyone who currently manages, or is looking to step into, a team leader or supervisor role. It focuses on developing the skills needed to lead a team effectively, including setting clear goals, supporting and guiding team members, and ensuring targets are achieved. You will learn how to manage day-to-day operations and contribute to projects, while building the confidence to make decisions, give direction, and help your team perform at their best.
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Entry requirements
Essential: Learners should have achieved qualifications in English and mathematics at grade 4 or above at GCSE or equivalent.
Your experience in the workplace and current role will be discussed at interview to determine if the Level 3 or Level 5 is most appropriate for you.
Qualification gained
CMI Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management & Leadership
Assessment methods
There is a written assignment for each unit.
Why study this course?
The CMI Level 3 Certificate in First Line Management and Leadership is designed to provide a broad base of knowledge and skills for aspiring or newly appointed supervisors and team leaders who want to develop essential management skills while working.
The course focuses on practical, work-based knowledge such as leading teams, improving communication, managing performance, and understanding operational planning. Learners gain a recognised professional qualification from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), helping to boost confidence, enhance career progression, and improve effectiveness in a first-line management role. The part-time delivery allows students to balance study alongside work and personal commitments, with a strong emphasis on applying learning directly to real workplace situations.
Course content
The course covers a wide range of business management skills and knowledge, including organisational performance, interpersonal skills and personal effectiveness.
You will study the following two units:
- Unit 330 – Organisational Awareness for First Line Managers
- Unit 331 – Approaches to Managing and Leading People and Teams
Next steps
Upon successful completion of their qualification, learners are able to complete additional units to ‘top-up’ to the more comprehensive and extensive CMI Level 3 Diploma in First Line Management.
All successful learners will be eligible for Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) on completion of the Level 3 Qualifications in First Line Management and Leadership (subject to retention of CMI Membership). Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) is a professional status designed to help you stand out from the competition and start your management career journey with all the benefits of CMI membership to support you.
Learners may also wish to further their ongoing personal and professional development by accessing other CMI qualifications, such as the CMI Level 5 Qualifications in Management and Leadership with the goal of becoming a Chartered Manager.
Learners who are aspiring to a management role may progress to the job roles such as:
- Team Leader
- Supervisor
Additional information
CMI Affiliate membership and access to the CMI learning hub ‘CMI Thrive is included, which is a complete online library of comprehensive and up-to-date material that addresses current management practice, supports studying and those looking to enhance their knowledge and develop their skills.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk
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Part-Time Funding Information
Some courses may be free depending on the qualification and if you are unemployed and on a qualifying benefit.
Please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to find out accurate fees information.
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
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Accessibility
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Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.