Graduate Certificate in Professional Coaching

Southern Institute of Technology

Study the Graduate Certificate in Professional Coaching and develop professional coaching skills and knowledge in communication presentation interpersonal and problem solving skills.The aim of the Graduate Certificate in Professional Coaching is to provide students who already have a degree or extensive applicable experience with advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in a specialised field which can be used in professional practice or further advanced study in this area.The programme offers a blend of theoretical and practical learning with an emphasis on applied knowledge and skill. High importance is placed on the development of professional coaching skills such as communication presentation interpersonal and problem solving skills in addition to the development of specific professional coaching knowledge.You will learn toAnalyse strategic issues facing the emerging profession of professional coaching and its role in various contemporary environments.Use standards of professional coaching ethics to enable the development of the professional coaching and effective management relationship.Solve problems both independently and as part of a team.This programme is suitable for professionals working in areas of social development teachers trainers consultants HR professionals social support services social workers nurses therapist and service industries with a strong client orientation eg tourism and hospitality.Career OpportunitiesGraduates will be qualified to work in a range of employment sectors from small and medium enterprises SMEs through to engagement in larger more complex enterprises or as selfemployed consultants.Satisfactory CompletionIn order to be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Professional Coaching students will have been credited with all required papers and electives as specified in the schedule of papers. The total credit value of the Graduate Certificate in Professional Coaching is 60 credits.