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Level 4

IWFM Facilities Management Qualifications

If you’re already operating in a facilities setting and want to step up to real operational leadership, the IWFM Level 4 qualification is the ideal next move.

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Why choose this course?

It’s about leading at the Operational Edge:

Operational mastery

Deepen your understanding of key FM functions – risk, support services, compliance, health & safety and people management

Doing → Directing

Bridge the gap between doing and directing, gaining confidence to challenge suppliers, optimise processes and deliver change

Expert guidance

Leverage the support of seasoned FM experts who bring current, applied insight, not just theory

Credible recognition

Signal to employers that you're not just capable - you’re qualified

“If you’re ready to move beyond firefighting and become the person others follow, Level 4 gives you the credentials, credibility and confidence to do it.”

Learmore Training Team

Choose your option

You can choose from a Diploma, Certificate, or Award, depending on how far you want to go:

Diploma: The most comprehensive option – the full qualification that gives you the deepest understanding, widest recognition, and strongest impact on your career.
Certificate: It provides solid development with a moderate time commitment
Award: This gives shorter, focused introduction to key FM principles.

Whatever you choose, you’ll gain an industry-respected IWFM qualification that proves your expertise and ambition.

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Qualification	Perfect for	Workshops	Duration	Mantatory Unit	Optional Unit	Total Credits	Price
Diploma	Full operational development	9	12 months	5 units (29 credits)	3 units (19 credits)	48	£3,400+VAT
Certificate	Operational advancement	4	8 months	2 unit (12 credits)	2 units (12 credits)	24	£1,700+VAT
Award	Focused upskilling	2	4 months	1 unit (6 credits)	1 unit (6 credits)	12	£950+VAT

What's covered?

Diploma

Workshop 1

Overview of facilities management

Develop an understanding of the FM function and the range of associated services, roles and responsibilities and the importance of the contribution of FM in both societal and economic contexts

Workshop 2

Understanding facilities management strategy

Develop knowledge and understanding of the drivers, tools and principles involved in developing and monitoring facilities management strategies in relation to risk profiles and the overall business strategy

Workshop 3

Understanding people management in facilities management

Develop knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and legal requirements of leading and managing staff in a facilities management

Workshop 4

Understanding facilities management support services operations

Develop an understanding of facilities management support services operations and how to manage and monitor the delivery of those services safely and on budget

Workshop 5

Managing health and safety in own area of facilities

Develop and enhance knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understand Facilities Manager’s role and responsibilities in monitoring and reviewing safety systems

Workshop 6

Optional

Understanding risk management in facilities management

Develop knowledge and understanding of the principles, techniques and methodologies of risk management and the FM’s role in business continuity planning and disaster recovery

Workshop 7

Optional

Understanding facilities management projects

Develop knowledge and understanding of project management from start to finish in a facilities management context

Workshop 8

Optional

Understanding property and asset management for facilities managers

Develop knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of property and asset management in a range of different scenarios and how to plan and manage property relocations

Workshop 9

Optional

Understanding sustainability and environmental issues and the impact on facilities management

Develop understanding of corporate responsibility and the importance of sustainability and environmental issues and how facilities management impacts on the environment

Certificate

Workshop 1

Overview of facilities management

Develop an understanding of the FM function and the range of associated services, roles and responsibilities and the importance of the contribution of FM in both societal and economic contexts

Workshop 2

Managing health and safety in own area of facilities

Develop and enhance knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understand Facilities Manager’s role and responsibilities in monitoring and reviewing safety systems

Workshop 3

Optional

Understanding facilities management support services operations

Develop an understanding of facilities management support services operations and how to manage and monitor the delivery of those services safely and on budget

Workshop 4

Optional

Understanding risk management in facilities management

Develop knowledge and understanding of the principles, techniques and methodologies of risk management and the FM’s role in business continuity planning and disaster recovery

Award

Workshop 1

Overview of facilities management

Develop an understanding of the FM function and the range of associated services, roles and responsibilities and the importance of the contribution of FM in both societal and economic contexts

Workshop 2

Optional

Managing health and safety in own area of facilities

Develop and enhance knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understand Facilities Manager’s role and responsibilities in monitoring and reviewing safety systems

Optional Units

Additional Optional Units	Unit Credits
Understanding financial management in facilities management	6
Understanding the business organisation and its impact on facilities management	6
Understanding performance measurement in facilities management	3
Understanding leadership and management in facilities management	6
Understanding the management of information and knowledge in FM	3
Developing relationships with suppliers and specialists in facilities management	3
Understanding quality management in facilities management	4
Managing customer service in facilities management	4
Understanding property, fabric and building services maintenance for FMs	8
Understanding space management for facilities managers	3
Understanding energy and utilities management and the impact on FM	3
Understanding procurement and contract management in facilities management	3
Managing accessibility and inclusion and its impact on facilities management	6
Supporting change initiatives in an organisation and manage the impact on FM	6
Innovation in facilities management	5
Building Information Modelling for Facilities Management	5

How will you be assessed?

Career outcomes

Facilities Manager

Facilities Team Leader

FM Operations Manager

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Frequently asked questions

How long does the course last?

The duration depends on your chosen qualification — Award (4 months), Certificate (8 months), or Diploma (12 months).

When can I start the course?

You can start at any time — our cohorts start every 4–8 weeks.

How will this course be delivered?

All workshops and 1:1 coaching will take place on Microsoft Teams meetings.

What are the payment options?

You can pay by BACS transfer, one full Stripe payment (10% off), or choose monthly instalments via GoCardless.

How do I get IWFM membership?

IWFM membership is included in your qualification. You’ll have access to your membership once we have registered your qualification with IWFM. Your free membership lasts until your course finishes with a maximum duration of 2 years.

Can I use the apprenticeship levy for this course?

Unfortunately not — but we offer apprenticeship programmes that are levy-funded. See apprenticeship courses.