Professional Coach Diploma Module Breakdown

Module 1 - Introduction to Coaching and ethical practice

We support you to contract as a group and identify how to get the most out of the program. We also frame the course learning and give insight into the ICF core competencies and code of ethics. This is where you get more practical with a focus on more of the “what” of coaching exploring transactional models as well as building on your knowledge of the core competencies. 

Module 2 - Normative models in coaching including the GROW Model

We explore the GROW model and other normative  models as a framework for coaching. Other topics include Contracting and goal setting in the coaching relationship,  practical coaching sessions with tutor led feedback and evaluating the use of models within the coaching relationship.

Module 3 - Coaching for Emotions 

This module focuses on the “who” of the client by exploring emotions and deeper work. Exploring ways to work with client’s emotions Supporting clients to identify emotions and change emotional state.

Module 4 - Coaching Psychology including Strengths, Values and Identity

This module focuses on exploring your needs, your Client's needs and their identity on a deeper level.  We also discuss having an appreciation of the clients context and it’s impact on the coaching relationship.  We discuss the merits of a strengths-based approach to coaching and what it mean. 

Module 5 - Somatics Coaching

This module is where we explore the body.  It linksfocuses on exploring your needs, your Client's needs and their identity on a deeper level.  We also discuss having an appreciation of the clients context and it’s impact on the coaching relationship.  We discuss the merits of a strengths-based approach to coaching and what it mean

Module 6 - Positive Psychology and coaching

This module explores research in Positive Psychology applying in to coaching topics linking in with current coaching research and supporting improved decision making.  Some of the topics we explore are supporting gratitude practice and positive affect,  ways to build resilience in clients, models for wellbeing and strengthening the coaching mindset and coaching presence using positive psychology tools..

Module 7 - Psychodynamic approaches to coaching including Transactional Analysis

This module has a focus on relationships and trauma informed practice building on prior learning and linking back into that. Some of the topics we explore are the drama triangle and winner triangle and Ego states and their impact on relationships. 

Module 8 - Neuroscience - The power of our thoughts and Neuroplasticity

This module brings together all of the learning from previous sessions and explores habit formation and behavioural change, understanding how to work more effectively with clients brains and helping clients to reduce stress and make better decisions. 

Module 9 - Your Coaching Approach

This is where we bring together all of your learning whilst reviewing the holistic coaching framework and understand how to use it, reflecting on your learning and next steps and building your confidence on the path to certification and accreditation. 

** We will no longer be teaching DISC as a discreet module however if you want to use DISC with clients we'll offer a free certification route as a bonus **