1-1 Coaching Skills

Introduction
Coaching or mentoring is the art of improving the performance of others and is primarily done on a one-to-one basis. It may be done through discussion, explanation and/or demonstration of required skills or techniques, with the opportunity for the trainee to practise each area raised. The understanding of the way each individual prefers to learn is important, as with coaching 'one size definitely does not fit all'. Therefore, the approach, and coaching methods implemented, should be a consideration from the initial stages.

Course Content

Day 1 programme will include:

• Why Coach?
• Changing attitudes
• Training Needs Analysis
• Benefits to all parties
• The coaching process
• What makes coaching a success?
• Which methods to choose
• Principles of learning
• Learning styles â€" Honey & Mumford
• The coaching cycle
• Evaluation
• Demonstration
• Imitation
• Consolidation
• Giving feedback & encouragement for continuous improvement

Day 2 (Half day):

• Opportunity to put theory into practice
• Each person to run a 20 minute coaching session on any topic (either work or hobby related) in order to demonstrate understanding of the coaching process.

Suitability

Managers or employees who are tasked with the improvement of performance of individuals, to apply proven coaching principles on a one-to-one basis.

Assessment

No formal assessment.
Candidates will receive a City College Coventry Certificate of Attendance

Duration

1 Day (9.30 -4.30)
Course notes and / or manuals are provided

Progression