Understanding Mentoring and Coaching

This course introduces key principles, skills and approaches used to support people in educational, care or professional settings. You’ll explore the differences between mentoring and coaching and learn how to build trust. You will also find out how to structure effective sessions and reflect on your own style. This qualification is ideal if you want to help people grow, develop and achieve their potential – whether as a mentor, educator or team leader.

The course covers four topics:

  1. Concepts of Coaching and Mentoring
  2. Key Skills and Attributes
  3. Communication Skills
  4. The Mechanics of Coaching and Mentoring

Entry Requirements: Level 2 English

Format of Course Materials: Paper-based

Assignments: A series of written assignments, then three formal written assessments

Exams: None

Prison Support Requirements: Support completion and submission of assignments

Tutor Support: Yes

Find Out More: From NEC here

 

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