Life coaching using the GROW model

Motivational and inspirational, problem-solving and life-changing, life coaching is increasingly popular. Practise techniques to clarify goals and design action plans to reach them.

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Key course information

Dates
25/06/12 - 02/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
2 weeks

Time
10:30 - 13:30

Fees
Full fee: £57
Senior fee: £34

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
PS711

Availability
Available
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No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Life Coaching is a powerful and empowering process enabling individuals to identify personal and professional goals and create action plans to achieve them. This course explores what coaching is, its uses and benefits, and some of the key tools and techniques involved. This course will help you whether you want to (a) identify & achieve goals for yourself, (b) use coaching tools to develop your staff or (c) train to become a life coach. The key focus is on the GROW model in coaching.

What topics will we cover?

What is coaching?
Contracting: confidentiality and boundaries
What has attracted you to this course?
When is coaching useful? Who is it for?
The GROW Model
Life Coaching Tools including:
Life Assessments
Goal setting: ideas and creativity
Gap Analysis: from here to there
Being SMART: setting deadlines, measuring success
Miracle Questions: overcoming barriers
Ten Options: for problem-solving and attaining goals
Coaching issues: eg. career progress, stress management,
Learning to coach: organisations, qualifications, supervision.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Describe what coaching is, its uses and benefits.
Use the GROW Model.
Apply one or more coaching tools, such as Gap Analysis and Ten Options, to help myself.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Open to all, no prior experience or knowledge required.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Many practical, interactive exercises involving discussion, self-assessment, using the GROW Model and Coaching Tools.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please bring a pen and notebook with you. The trainer will provide handouts and worksheets to accompany the course exercises and content, and to support the learning. No advance reading required.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You can expect your tutor to give you feedback both individually and through group discussion.
There will also be opportunities to evaluate for yourself how you are progressing in discussion and through questionnaires and self-assessments. You will also receive feedback from participants on the course during practical exercises and role play.
At the end of the course you will be given the opportunity to complete a record of your achievements which will be verified by your tutor.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. The tutor will ask you about the value and learning derived from practical exercises and discussion from time to time. You will be asked to complete a course evaluation form at the end of the course. Your views are essential to planning future courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Enhance your Listening Skills and a range of more extended coaching courses.

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2530

counselling@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in course advice (term-time only) Tuesdays 13.30 - 14.30 (please ask at the Department Enquiry Desk).

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
25/06/12 to 02/07/12	Mon	10:30 - 13:30	2 weeks	£57	£34	N/A	PS711	Available	» Select
13/02/12	Mon	10:30 - 16:30	1 weeks	£48	£29	N/A	PS710	Finished	» Select

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Psychology, counselling & personal development

Tel: 020 7492 2530

counselling@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in course advice (term-time only) Tuesdays 13.30 - 14.30 (please ask at the Department Enquiry Desk).

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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