What’s New This June at Kingdom Academy

June is all about celebrating who you are, embracing change and growth. This month we are spotlighting coaching as this month is Coaching Month, as well as sharing key updates to our most popular housing qualification. And with Pride Month and Men’s Health Month in full swing, we’re also thinking about what it means to be supported as a whole person, not just a job title.

Here’s what’s happening… and how we can support your career development with professional qualifications.

CIH Level 5 Diplomas: Updates from July

From July, the updated CIH Level 5 Diploma in Housing goes live. This qualification is designed for professionals looking to step into strategic roles, and the new version makes that journey even more focused.

Here’s what’s changing:

Revised content across seven units
Streamlined assessment model
Flexible delivery that fits around your job

We offer two versions:

12-month standard route
8-month accelerated pathway for experienced professionals

Explore our programmes page to find the right route for you.

Coaching: Build the Skill That Builds Others

June is coaching month – and while it has traditionally been something reserved for senior leaders or external consultants, it is now becoming a vital part of everyday working life… Especially in sectors like housing, care, and community support, where people are often navigating complex decisions and heavy workloads.

A good coach helps others to think more clearly, find their own answers, and move forward with confidence. They don’t just solve problems; they build capability, trust and resilience.
In the workplace, coaches:

Support performance without creating dependence
Create space for reflection in high-pressure environments
Help teams navigate change and uncertainty
Build stronger relationships and psychological safety

Whether it’s through formal coaching sessions or everyday conversations, having trained coaches within your organisation can transform the way people work together. It’s not about having all the answers, it’s about helping others unlock theirs.

If you’re the person others come to for support, the Level 5 Coaching Professional Apprenticeship might be the perfect qualification for you to formalise your skills and knowledge.

You’ll learn how to:

Structure and guide impactful conversations
Support others’ development without giving advice
Lead with confidence, empathy and clarity
Build coaching into your day-to-day role

Find out if the Coaching Apprenticeship is right for you…

Pride & Men’s Health Month: Support That Goes Beyond the Classroom

Behind every learner is a full, complex person – and that’s something we never forget.

This month we’ve been holding space for conversations around wellbeing, identity, and support. Whether it’s reflective practice, mental health, or feeling safe to be yourself in professional spaces, our programmes are designed with the whole person in mind.

“No one should feel like they have to separate who they are from how they learn. Our job is to make sure support is more than a tick-box.”
— Sara Roberts, COO

Check out our Building Blocks Journal on our website to see new insights into how we approach inclusivity and supporting wellbeing