Short Courses & Training
INCLUDING FE FUNDED, AND FULLY FUNDED QUALIFICATIONS
Our
story
Founded in 2010, Portal is a dynamic and innovative bilingual training provider. We support employers with their learning and development strategies to enhance the capacity of their workforce.
Delivering qualifications at levels 2 to 7, we are experienced in supporting the professional development of a wide range of roles, from those new to their positions through to experienced senior leaders. There are over 500 individuals currently accessing and engaged with our programmes.
Portal prides itself on providing tailored support to all our learners and, where relevant with employers, ensuring solid, constructive relationships with all employers. We listen to the needs of the individuals and their organisation to provide qualifications which will allow both to grow together happily. If we feel that we are not best placed to help, then we’ll be honest in stating so and try to find alternatives. Being honest and having integrity whilst enjoying our work is very much at the heart of all we do.
Leadership & Management
Our Leadership and Management qualifications aim to develop your skills in managing people, systems and processes. They will equip you with knowledge, tools and techniques to enhance your competence and career as a leader and manager. Develop your leadership and management potential with one of our funded qualifications.
Leadership & Management Pathway
ILM Level 4 Diploma in Principles of Leadership & Management
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is designed for new and aspiring department heads, leaders and other middle managers – really get to grips with the role, gain comprehensive business knowledge and develop the skills you need to lead and inspire others at this level.
Qualification benefits
For Individuals
• Develop the capabilities and personal awareness you need to lead, motivate and inspire others
• Accredit your experience with a nationally recognised qualification that is transferable across multiple professions
• A valuable personal development tool which provides clear benefits to those who want to self develop or want career progression
• Flexible learning approach, working around you and your commitments
How is the qualification assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Written work
• Professional discussion
• Question and answer
• Work related evidence
For Employers
• Develop current managers and future talent to become more effective, strategic, communicative, and capable of driving positive organisational outcomes
• Develop individuals with an advanced understanding of their role and function in your organisation
Diploma
Units covered:
• Understanding the Management Role to Improve Management Performance
• Managing Personal Development
• Managing and Implementing Change in the Workplace
• Developing Critical Thinking
• Assessing own Leadership Capability and Performance
• Understanding and Developing Relationships in the Workplace
9 Months - Fully Funded
ILM Level 5 Diploma Principles of Leadership & Management
Who is this qualification for?
This FE funded Level 5 programme is designed for practising managers, senior leaders and department heads. Develop your skills, knowledge and experience, improve your performance, gain strategic insight and prepare for strategic leadership responsibilities.
Qualification benefits For Individuals
• Develop the capabilities and personal awareness you need to lead, motivate and inspire others
• Develop and use core management techniques to drive better results
• Accredit your experience with a nationally recognised qualification that is transferable across multiple professions
• A valuable personal development tool which will benchmark your managerial skills and raise your profile in your organisation
• Enriched learning experience through Teams group workshops, enabling collaboration and professional discussions with peers from diverse sectors, roles, and organisations
For Employers
• Encourage strategic thinking at this level of management, to foster business improvement
• Engage your managers and leaders with training and development – this qualification is designed to provide clear, measurable benefits to careerfocused professionals
• Encourage talent retention by providing professional and universally recognised CPD opportunities
How is the qualification assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Written work
• Professional discussion
• Question and answer
• Work related evidence
Diploma
Units covered:
• Understanding the Management Role to Improve Performance
• Managing own Continued Professional Development
• Leading Innovation and Change
• Making a Financial Case
• Managing Improvement
• Developing Critical Thinking
• Managing Stress and Conflict
9 Months - Fully Funded
The
ILM Level 5 in Leadership and Management has not only improved myself, but being able to attribute it to my role as a Police Officer has been very interesting.
Rob Newton-Miller North Wales Police
Understanding our Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS AND LEVELS
At Portal, we deliver a range of qualifications at levels 2 to 7, however this brochure specifically highlights our short courses and training offering.
Outlined below is a summary of all qualification subject areas available at Portal and their educational equivalents.
These qualifications are equivalent to:
• AS/A Levels
• Apprenticeships
• International Baccalaureate Diploma
These qualifications are equivalent to:
• Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE)
• Higher National Certificate (HNC)
These qualifications are equivalent to:
• Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE)
• Foundation Degree
• Higher National Diploma (HND)
We offer Level 3 qualifications in:
• Leadership & Management
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Supporting Physical Education and School Sport
• Education and Training
We offer Level 4 qualifications in:
• Leadership and Management
• Education and Training
We offer Level 5 qualifications in:
• Leadership and Management
• Coaching and Mentoring
Delivery, Funding & Eligibility
DELIVERY
At Portal we understand the demands of modern work life. We know that your work commitments, project deliverables, and team responsibilities require careful balance. That’s why we’ve shaped a flexible learning approach that allows you to hone your skills without having to compromise your ongoing commitments.
Our programmes have a strong collaborative approach. Monthly virtual group workshops are facilitated by experienced assessors, enabling professional discussions, encouraging knowledge sharing, and fostering meaningful connections with peers from diverse sectors, roles, and organisations.
FUNDING & ELIGIBILITY
The qualifications and courses contained within this booklet are either fully funded by the Welsh Government, or FE Funding. Applicants must meet the following eligibility;
Individuals must:
• Reside in Wales
• Be 19 years or over
• Not be accessing any other Welsh Government-funded programme.
Partnerships & Endorsements
WHO WE’VE WORKED WITH
We have been extremely fortunate to have worked with great organisations, such as:
Brace’s Bakery
Goleudu Torfaen Council
Dr Organic Dragon Signs
North Wales Police
National Probation Service
Welsh Cycling
