Training
Supporting the people that power success
Start your mentoring journey through our ABM Training Centre
Whether you’re just beginning or looking to deepen your expertise, our training pathway is designed to support you at every stage of your mentoring journey. Our training aligns with our Professional Standards, ensuring you gain industry-recognised credentials while mastering the art of impactful business mentoring.
Learn at your own pace. Grow at your own level.
From short introductory courses to internationally recognised, accredited qualifications, you can choose the training that fits your goals, schedule, and experience.
Why learn with the ABM?
- Experienced – 30+ years leading UK business mentoring
- Expert delivery – expert training delivery team of qualified ABM practitioners
- Flexible learning options – online and blended formats to suit your lifestyle
- Recognised qualifications – ILM-accredited programs for professional credibility
- Progressive pathway – clear steps to advance your mentoring skills and career
- Membership – ABM organisational membership benefits
- Supportive community – learn alongside experienced mentors and coaches
Your journey starts here.
Explore our training options and take the next step toward becoming a confident, effective business mentor.
Mentoring for Business Success (Short Course)
Foundation level | 90 minute online course
This self-paced online course helps new mentors build confidence, structure, and essential skills. You’ll learn how to lead goal-oriented mentoring conversations, apply tools like SWOT and T-GROW, and support mentees’ wellbeing. Includes downloadable resources and a practical Mentor Toolkit.
AI for Business Mentors
Blended Learning | 8–10 Hour Course
AI is reshaping how SMEs work. This 8–10 hour blended course gives mentors the confidence to guide leaders through change. With flexible modules, a live virtual classroom and hands-on AI tools, you’ll learn to assess readiness, manage challenges and support mentees responsibly – without needing to be a tech expert.
Effective Business Mentoring
Foundation level | ILM Assured | One day programme self-paced learning
Developed by the ABM, this ILM -assured course is designed to equip emerging business mentors with ethical, structured and real-world mentoring skills. Effective Business Mentoring is designed for senior professionals/business mentors who want to mentor with confidence and impact. Blending flexible self-paced learning with live guided practice, it equips you with the skills, tools, and credibility to support others’ growth through structured, high-impact mentoring.
ABM Effective Business Coaching and Mentoring Programme - ILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring
Intermediate level | ILM accredited | 12-18 months
Designed for experienced professionals ready to formalise and elevate their mentoring practice, this course offers expert guidance, structured mentoring practice, and robust professional development.
ABM Executive and Senior Level Business Mentoring - ILM Level 7 Certificate for Executive and Senior Level Coaches and Mentors
Senior level | ILM accredited | 12-18 months
Step into high-impact business mentoring with senior leaders. This advanced qualification develops your strategic insight, critical analysis and organisational influence – preparing you to shape leadership, performance and culture.
Not sure which course is the right one for you?
Interested in joining the ABM?
Whether you are at the start of your business mentoring journey, or run an established mentoring business, ABM membership provides you with the network and tools to develop and grow your mentoring skills and business.
