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This intensive training programme is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to perform effectively as a coach or mentor, as part of your normal work role. This programme will be accredited by the International Institute of Coaching (pending successful completion of all stages).

Description

SPECIAL EARLY BIRD OFFER - £200 OFF IF YOU BOOK BEFORE 20th August 2010!

NORMAL PRICE £1,650. EARLY BIRD OFFER PRICE £1,450

PLACES ARE LIMITED SO BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

This course has been developed to facilitate your personal growth and give an insight into human behaviour, how to promote individual potential and raise performance. The course is as much about recognising your own strengths and weaknesses as well as other people's. Designed in association with Coach Works - specialists in delivering coaching skills courses for many years - this course will help you build a comprehensive framework with which to utilise all areas of people management.

This programme will give you the building blocks if you wish to:

• Adapt the 'Coach Works' method into your current work.
• Manage staff with greater ease.
• Gain a greater insight into the background in coaching.
• Learn proving techniques for enhancing staff performance.

Why do this course?

Coaching is becoming more and more a core competency for managers. In the near future, managers will move from having a predominantly functional focus, to one in which their main aim will be to coach others to improve productivity. Organisations are also looking to develop their leaders and line managers with coaching skills and tools. They recognise this imminent shift in focus, which is reflected in the results of a 2009 CIPD survey which ranked coaching as the most highly rated development activity in UK organisations.

This course is for you if....

• You are in a managerial role and you need to develop your staff.
• You want to learn proven techniques for enhancing staff performance.
• Your organisation is developing a coaching culture.
• You want to develop your skills set.
• You want a recognised qualification for coaching.

What you will learn

• Competence in core coaching tools.
• The ability to use coaching skills in your workplace.
• The ability to develop a coaching model and unique coaching process.
• An understanding of coaching and the coaching industry.
• The ability to know exactly when a coaching approach is likely to be most effective and appropriate.
• How to ensure that coaching is linked to your goals and to the goals or your organisation.

What are the benefits of this course?

• You will receive a comprehensive pack of support materials.
• A stimulating mix of input, skills practice and theory will embed learning.
• Both facilitators are experienced coaches and managers themselves.
• You will receive an Emotional Intelligence (E.I.) profile.
• Full attention will be given to the practicalities of coaching in the workplace - where, when, with whom it is appropriate, issues of confidentiality, note-taking etc.
• If you wish to further your development after the completion of this course, you can enroll for study on a Diploma Programme, accredited by the International Institute of Coaching.

What is the event programme?

This Coaching Programme (Foundation Level), is an intensive six-day training course, specific for use in a business and executive context. It consists of;

• Pre-course questionnaire.
• Six training days (2+2+2).
• Guided reading.
• Dedicated one-to-one coach support.
• 'Observed' practical coaching sessions with developmental feedback.
• Practical coaching.
• Action learning sets.
• Coaching supervision.
• Work-based assignments.

Stage 1 - The Basics (2 Days)
Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd September 2010

Stage 1 covers the theory and background to coaching, its place in and benefits to modern business, qualities of a coach and code of ethics. We will also explore values, beliefs and personal and team motivations. The practice session will be based on exploring our own values and beliefs. The action learning assignment will be based on - contracting and defining the issue.

Stage 2 - Building Blocks (2 Days)
Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st October 2010

Stage 2 focuses on building the skills sets used in coaching, explanation of coaching models, introduction to coaching practice, initial coaching role-plays, client/coach engagement and how to handle the first session. The practice sessions will be based on questioning and listening skills. The action learning assignment will be based on - defining the goals and clarifying reality.

Stage 3 - Key Tools & Assessments (2 Days)
Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th November 2010

Stage 3 focuses on developing and practicing the key tools of the coaching method. We will focus on Emotional Intelligence (E.I.) and each delegate will be provided with their own E.I. report. The practice sessions will be based on body language and building rapport. The action learning assignment will be based on - exploring options and confirming commitment.

Each delegate is under continuous assessment throughout the programme and should meet a required standard before being presented with their certificate in Foundation to Coaching (Level 2), which will be subsequently accredited by the International Institute of Coaching. All delegates who have successfully completed the Foundation Programme (Level 2), will be eligible for a Diploma in Coaching Programme. The credits from the Foundation Programme (Level 2) will be transferable to the Diploma Programme.

Facilitator

Stella Gilmartin - BA, Dip in ACE, MA. Clpd.

Stella has been a passionate educator throughout her working career. She lectured Psychology in Dublin and London for 15 years and returned to her native Belfast in 1998. Returning to Northern Ireland Stella worked in a change management role for the Youth Service and as a Diversity Specialist in Local Government. Establishing her coaching business in 2005 she has developed a wide profile of clients in the business world across the UK and the ROI. Whilst Stella works as a business coach and a life coach, she has also developed a large portfolio of training assignments ranging from coaching and mediation to negotiation and conflict management to visioning and change management programmes. Stella has presented widely in Northern Ireland and has worked on assignments with Politicians and senior Civil Servants in Macedonia and Serbia. She is skilled at facilitating both large and smaller workshop groups, focusing on leading change, performance management, personal effectiveness and leadership development. Stella's strength lies in facilitating learning with adults, starting with their needs, respecting their views and challenging them to fulfill their potential. Her style is inclusive while focused clearly on outcomes and action. Her career has centered on creating conditions in which individuals and groups can learn and develop in the process of transformation. Contact Stella Gilmartin on 07525 051095, or by email at stella@gilmartinconsulting.co.uk. For further information you can also visit Stellas website at http://www.gilmartinconsulting.co.uk/Coach%20Works.html.

Duration ~ Date ~ Location

Full Day Programmes: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Stage 1 - The Basics
Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd September 2010

Stage 2 - Building Blocks
Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st October 2010

Stage 3 - Key Tools & Assessments
Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th November 2010

Legal-Island Training Centre, Antrim

Cost

Full Price £1,650 + VAT

Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment

Save an additional £20 if you book and pay online

How to Book

Pay Online: Simply click on the link to 'Book and Pay Online' at the top of this page. Just fill in the form and click 'Continue'. You can pay by credit card and your details will be sent to us. Confirmation of your booking will be sent to you by email and post. Choosing this method will save you an additional £20 on the cost of this event.

Pay By Invoice: Alternatively, if you require an invoice before paying you can book your place online and pay by invoice. To do this, simply click on the link to 'Book and Pay By Invoice' at the top of this page. Confirmation of your booking will be sent to you by email and post. Note: If you choose to book and pay by invoice, you will NOT be eligible for the £20 online booking discount.