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.
Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria - grade 1
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.