Standard Level 5 in Coaching Professional

Course Summary

To enrol onto this apprenticeship, you must have an employer who is willing to support you throughout the duration of your training and end point assessment.

This apprenticeship is suitable for those in a coaching role where your work involves supporting and enhancing individuals’ or teams’ performance through structured coaching conversations, focusing on unlocking potential, improving skills, and enabling self-driven growth.

The apprenticeship focuses on the following course content:

Knowledge
Coaching Theories and Models
- Approaches such as GROW (Goal, Reality, Options, Will)
- Adult learning and psychological theories that underpin coaching practices.
Ethics and Professional Standards
- Maintaining confidentiality, establishing trust, and adhering to professional boundaries.
- Recognising the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in coaching.
Organisational Context
- Understanding how coaching contributes to organisational objectives, culture, and change management.
Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence
- Developing the ability to reflect on personal coaching practice and manage emotions.

Skills
Effective Communication
- Active listening, questioning, and creating a non-judgmental space for clients.
Coaching Practice
- Designing and delivering tailored coaching sessions to meet individual or team needs.
- Encouraging goal setting, problem-solving, and accountability.
Feedback and Evaluation
- Providing constructive feedback and measuring coaching outcomes to improve effectiveness.
Relationship Building
- Establishing trust and rapport with clients, fostering openness and collaboration.
Adaptability
- Responding flexibly to client needs, adjusting coaching approaches as necessary.

Behaviours
- Integrity: Acting ethically and responsibly in all coaching interactions.
- Commitment to Growth: Engaging in continuous personal and professional development.
- Empathy: Understanding and respecting the perspectives and challenges of clients.
- Professionalism: Maintaining a high standard of conduct and accountability.