Coaching & Mentoring

Develop coaching and mentoring skills to guide, support and inspire others effectively.

Overview

Coaching and mentoring are far more than polite chats over tea; they are structured, purposeful conversations designed to help others achieve their goals. This course examines the principles, approaches and boundaries that make these processes successful, whether applied in the workplace, community projects or professional development settings.

Through carefully structured modules, you will explore techniques for listening, questioning and giving feedback without sounding like a lecture in disguise. You will learn how to create supportive environments, foster motivation and encourage self-reflection, all while maintaining clarity and professionalism. By the end, you will have the knowledge to offer guidance that is useful, relevant and actually welcomed.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand core principles and differences between coaching and mentoring.
• Apply questioning techniques to encourage self-reflection and critical thinking.
• Establish clear objectives for coaching and mentoring relationships.
• Provide constructive feedback while maintaining positive communication.
• Recognise boundaries and ethical considerations in professional guidance.
• Develop strategies to motivate and support ongoing personal growth.

Who is this Course For

• Individuals seeking to guide colleagues towards personal and professional goals.
• Managers aiming to support staff development with structured guidance.
• HR professionals responsible for staff support and engagement strategies.
• Team leaders interested in enhancing group performance and morale.
• Career advisors wishing to refine their communication and support methods.
• Business owners guiding employees through performance improvement plans.
• Educators providing structured advice beyond subject-specific teaching.
• Community leaders supporting members in achieving personal objectives.

Career Path

• Learning and Development Manager – £45,000 average salary
• HR Business Partner – £42,000 average salary
• Career Development Advisor – £32,000 average salary
• Organisational Development Consultant – £48,000 average salary
• Employee Engagement Specialist – £38,000 average salary
• Leadership Development Coach – £50,000 average salary