Professional Training & Accredited Qualifications

Advance your career with flexible, accredited training from Karen Blake Coaching. We deliver practical programmes for individuals and organisations, with personal tutor support and clear progression routes. Our qualifications are recognised across the UK and internationally, helping you upskill, gain promotion, or change direction with confidence.

Why choose training with Karen Blake Coaching?

  • Flexible delivery – online, blended, virtual (Teams), and face-to-face.

  • Accredited pathways – approved iCQ and WJEC centre; CMI partner routes.

  • Expert tutor support – assessors and trainers with sector experience.

  • Clear outcomes – practical assessment, real-world application, and progression mapping.

  • For individuals & organisations – tailored plans for personal CPD or staff development.

Delivery options that fit your schedule

  • eLearning & Distance Learning – study at your own pace with structured guidance.

  • Blended Learning – self-paced study plus planned tutor check-ins.

  • Virtual Classrooms (Microsoft Teams) – live, interactive workshops.

  • Face-to-Face Training – hands-on sessions delivered by experienced trainers.

Accredited & recognised

Earn nationally recognised certificates through approved awarding bodies:

  • WJEC – Essential Skills Wales suite
  • iCan Qualify (iCQ) – Education & Training, Assessing, IQA, Learning & Development, IAG
  • CMI – Leadership & Management, Coaching & Mentoring (via partner routes)

Our programmes meet UK education standards and align with employer expectations for competency and compliance.

Karen Blake Coaching is a WJEC Registered Centre, iCQ Registered Centre, UKRLP-listed training provider, and CPD Accredited Provider.

Programmes we offer

See full details and enrol:

Training for organisations

Equip your team with accredited qualifications and targeted CPD:

  • Staff upskilling plans and talent pipelines
  • Hosted-centre arrangements (WJEC Essential Skills Wales)
  • Group delivery, assessment, and quality assurance
  • Post-training coaching to embed learning

Support for Welsh learners

We support the Welsh Language agenda and offer selected programmes and resources in Welsh where available. Ask about Welsh-medium options and regional funding.

How it works

  1. Enquire or Enrol – choose a course or request guidance.
  2. Start learning – access materials, assessments, and tutor support.
  3. Achieve & progress – gain a recognised certificate and plan your next step.

Not sure where to start? Email info@karenblakecoaching.com for a free course-matching recommendation.

Learner feedback

“The Level 3 Education & Training course transformed my confidence. The flexibility and tutor support were excellent.”
– L3 E&T Learner

FAQs

Yes. We’re an approved iCQ and WJEC centre. CMI programmes are delivered via partner routes.

Yes. Most programmes are offered via distance learning with tutor support. We also provide virtual and face-to-face options.

Yes. Visit Advice & Funding or contact us to discuss options such as employer sponsorship and regional schemes.

For distance learning and many CPD courses, enrolment is rolling. Tutor-led cohorts run regularly.

Personal tutor support, clear milestones, and timely feedback. We also offer post-training coaching to embed learning.

This varies by level and your pace. As a guide, Level 3 – 4 awards are typically 8 – 16 weeks part-time.

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