Coaching Skills Training Course

Who Would Benefit

The Coaching Skills Training Course is for managers at all levels who have not received formal training in this area and wish to extend their knowledge beyond simply managing people to 'coaching' individuals to succeed.

Course Description

Managers will learn that good coaching skills are essential. The training course content will provide delegates with the tools and confidence to be able to coach their colleagues effectively providing continuous progression and development. Delegates will leave the course being able to explain and apply the key skills of a first class coach. They will be confident in choosing the most appropriate method of learning for their 'coachee' and implement regular development with maximum impact. Although the programme will be classroom based the course will include a variety of interactive exercises, which require every member of the group to take an active role.

CPD Points: 12
Training Course Category: Management & Leadership
Training Course Duration: 2 days
Training Course Location: Virtual, online or classroom based

Learning Outcomes

Identify personal needs and key areas to develop
Becoming a skilled coach
Give constructive feedback and develop relationships
Understand learning styles
Display an empowering style of developing others

The Programme Includes:

What is good coaching?
Coach v manager: the essential differences
Identifying areas to coach
Learning styles and how to adapt to the coachees needs
Communication style preferences
Differentiate between coaching, mentoring and counselling
Identifying your current style, impact and effectiveness
Coaching without formal authority
Teaching styles and teaching one to one
Being approachable and supportive
Using structure to coach
G.R.O.W model (Goal/Reality/Options/Will)
Core coaching skills – Active listening & questioning
Building relationships as a Coach
Rapport, judgement and awareness, creating personal impact and credibility
Empowerment and confidence
The principles of constructive feedback
Action planning and personal strategies
Goal setting – SMART
Contracting/gaining commitment
Coaching environments and preparation
Creating the right environment and preparing yourself