Establishing Coaching PhilosophyLaajuus (5 cr)

Learning objectives

After having completed this course of attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
- Knows how to produce an initial personal coaching philosophy and style including evidence based research, personal values, experiences and purpose for coaching.
- Knows how previous experiences, personal values and beliefs make up and may affect coaching philosophy in practice.
- Is introduced with the holistic coaching profile in assessing one’s competencies and development needs in coaching.

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Descriptions of implementation methods can be found in Haaga-Helia's website: https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/implementation-types

Assessment criteria - grade 1

When the implementation type of the course is CONTACT, ONLINE or BLENDED it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

The student is able to:
Establish an initial personal coaching philosophy and style.
Recognize the fundamental principles of pedagogy and a variety of learning theories in relation to coaching philosophy. Identify established codes of conduct and legal requirements in coaching.

Assessment criteria - grade 3

The student is able to:
Establish their own coaching philosophy with reflecting on the previous experiences and feedback.
Select appropriate learning theories in relation to coaching philosophy to enhance learning.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

The student is able to:
Establish their own coaching philosophy with reflecting his or her personal values and development needs as a coach.
Take responsibility for the development plan and application of strategies for further self-development as a part of an ongoing profiling process.