Level 5 Diploma in Parent Coaching
Do you want to work with parents?
Are you ready for a career change?
Looking to enhance your current career?
Do you want to support parents to develop their relationships with their children?
Do you frequently think ‘we should be doing more’ but don’t know where
Our Level 5 Diploma in Parent Coaching runs twice a year in April and September/October
The accredited Level 5 Diploma in Parent Coaching is the natural extension to our Level 4 Diploma in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Coaching
Over 5 months, we will explore 10 modules surrounding parent coaching, including:
Unit 1 – Parenting Coach Techniques
Unit 2 – Safeguarding children and families
Unit 3 – Observation and problem solving techniques
Unit 4 – Building a strong understanding of relationships within families
Unit 5 – Children’s brain development and responding in crisis
Unit 6 – Building family self-esteem, resilience and confidence
Unit 7 – Supporting family regulation and emotional literacy
Unit 8 – Understanding children’s behaviour and implementing effective support
Unit 9 – Supporting families with children with SEN
Unit 10 – Developing your business
Course Dates:
The next Level 5 Parent Coach qualification online course begins on Monday 1st March 2027
Applications close on Sunday 14th February 2027
Prices:
The Level 5 Parent Coach course costs £1100 (inc VAT) which is payable in full or by instalment. A non-refundable but transferable booking fee of £200 will be paid to secure your place.
Payment Plans
If you would like to pay for your course by instalment. These are calculated at your booking fee of £200 plus 6 payments of £150, starting one week before the commencement of your course.
Entry Requirements:
To apply for the parent course, you will be required to have either:
Completed the Level 4 Diploma in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Coaching through Dandelion Training.
Or
Provide evidence of a previous Level 4 coaching qualification and evidence of a minimum of 60 hours coaching practice.
(Please note that counselling, social work or education degrees are not sufficient for entry requirements you will require a level 4 coaching qualification)
Course Format
The online course has one class session on: Sunday 25th April 2027 hosted on Zoom
Plus two optional online drop in sessions to ask questions and check in with your tutor.
Is the qualification recognised?
Yes. The Level 5 Diploma is dual accredited and regulated by the ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists) and the APHP (Association for Professional Hypnosis and Psychotherapy).
On completion of your qualification, you can register to be regulated by the ACCPH and the APHP.
Bonus Materials
In addition to your course, you will also receive access to our CPD courses:
Understanding Domestic Violence within Families
Specialist Course: Understanding and Supporting Behaviour
Level 5 Application:
Please Read Carefully Before Applying!
Our application process is now fully online. Once you begin the application you CANNOT save and come back to it
Before beginning your application you will need to ensure that you have the following with you:
*If you have not completed a Dandelion Level 4 Diploma, you will require evidence of a Level 4 Coaching qualification.
*You will need a copy of your qualification certificates in electronic form (take a photo of them ready to attach)
*Your booking fee of £200. You will be redirected immediately to allow you to secure your place
*If you have a dandelion account please ensure you have your password
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the entry requirements?– You are required to hold the Level 4 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Coach or an accredited and insurable Level 4 coaching qualification with at least 60 hours of signed off practice.
How much time do I need? – We advise leaving yourself at least 20 hours a month. However this will vary on learning style and speed. All modules build on one another, so you will take time to digest everything.
What are the learning materials like? – You will receive a printed manual which contain all course resources, and allow you to make notes, complete activities and review content. The materials are also online and can use text to talk features to read them to you.
How many parents do I need for practice hours? – You need 60 hours of practice from month 6 onwards. This is an average of 10 parents.
Is there a timeframe for submission of my work? Yes, students are required to submit their case studies within 6 months from the date of their final coursework submission. Where a student is unable to meet this deadline due to extenuating circumstances, they must complete and submit an Extenuating Circumstances Form for consideration. If the 6-month period has passed and no approved extension is in place, a marking fee of £197 will be charged for assessments submitted outside of this timeframe. Please note that late submission without an approved extension may also delay certification until marking can be completed.
What tutor help do I get? – You have access to your tutors live in the online class, access to a group chat to stay connected to your peers and email access to trainers for questions. You also have two 1:1 mentoring sessions to support you with your personal and professional development.
What is the drop in session? During your course we also provide two online drop in sessions where you can meet with a tutor and talk through any questions you have, review materials and connect with your peers.
What if I cannot make a class on my course? If you cannot attend your class session within your course dates, you are able to make up the session with another cohort. Please be aware that you must submit a classroom variation form to attend an alternative class. In some cases this may delay receiving your certificate as all classes must be complete before your certificate is issued.
Can I work privately afterwards? – Yes, your course allows you to work privately after completion. You can obtain insurance through Holistic Insurance and be self-regulated through the ACCPh and/or APHP.
What else does the course contain? – In addition to your studies you have access to THREE Free Masterclasses a year (first come, first served). As well as our Student/Graduate shop which contains bonus materials. You can register for our Directory on completion to advertise your services.
Can you help me set up my business? – Yes, as part of your course you have a free bonus module on business development, as well as our FREE Graduate Marketing Masterclass and you can access 1:1 business coaching if desired.