Leadership & Management Training

Leadership & Management training is designed for individuals at any stage of their career, from those aspiring to lead a team, to experienced managers looking to strengthen their leadership skills. Learners come from a variety of backgrounds, including health, social care, and wider business sectors. Whether someone wants to build confidence in leading people, develop strategic thinking, or improve communication skills, tend offers a range of flexible training options to support professional growth and progression.

Career Builders are typically longer courses, such as apprenticeships or diplomas, designed to make a significant impact on a learner’s career. They focus on broad leadership development, combining practical skills with recognised qualifications that support long-term progression. Skill Builders, on the other hand, are shorter, focused courses that concentrate on specific areas of leadership. These courses are ideal for learners who want to quickly strengthen key skills or address targeted development needs.

Funding options depend on the type of course. Apprenticeships can often be fully or partially funded through the Government’s apprenticeship levy, allowing employers to train staff at little or no cost. Diplomas and Skill Builders courses are paid programmes, designed to be accessible for both individuals and organisations. tend provides clear guidance on available funding routes and payment options, ensuring learners and employers can make the best choice for their goals and budget.

Course length depends on the type and level of training chosen. Career Builders programmes, such as apprenticeships and diplomas, typically take between 12 and 24 months to complete, while Skill Builders courses can often be completed in just a few hours. Each course is structured to fit around work commitments, offering flexible learning through a blend of online study, guided learning, and one-to-one support from a dedicated tend coach.

Learners will develop a wide range of skills designed to help them become confident, effective leaders. This includes communication, people management, team motivation, problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic planning. Training also covers topics such as managing performance, leading change, and building positive workplace cultures. Whether learners choose a Career Builders or a Skill Builders course, they will gain practical, job-ready skills that can be applied immediately in their workplace.

All learners receive personalised support from the experienced training team at tend. Those on longer programmes such as apprenticeships or diplomas will be assigned a dedicated coach who provides regular feedback and progress reviews. Learners completing shorter Skill Builders courses benefit from interactive sessions, online resources, and expert-led guidance. Every course is designed to be engaging, supportive, and accessible, ensuring learners feel confident, capable, and motivated throughout their leadership development journey.