Foundation Coaching Skills
This is an accredited 60 hour foundation certificate in coaching with all the essential information for those working in a coaching or therapy setting. It is a practical training where you learn to coach in a safe, non-judgemental environment with the support of experienced tutors as well as learning the important aspects of coaching including techniques, consent, confidentiality and professional standards.
It is part of the Holding Space Practitioner qualification or ideal for those wishing to study coaching for interest, as Continuous Professional Development (CPD) or as a core subject for Functional Kinesiology Practitioner training.
Online Course Syllabus
The course is split into 5 modules
- Communication
- Professional Standards, Practitioner Communication, Client Communication
- Consent
- Confidentiality
- Coaching
- How to Coach, Structuring a Session, Goal Setting, Coaching Techniques, Self Care
- Reclaim Your Life – A 12 module online course to give you the tools to uncover your own blocks and work through them
Course Deliverables
The course is 60 hours including
- 36 online lessons with end of module quizzes
- 15 x 2 hour classrooms with practical coaching
- 12 hours of self development course called ‘Reclaim Your Life’
- 8 coaching case studies
- Self reflection per module
- Recommended book reading plus 1 book review
Inside The Course
This is a short video to show you some of the modules within Foundation Coaching Skills, the lessons you will have access to and the interesting topics you will learn about.
We have created a course we would have wanted to learn when we first started out in coaching.
Coaching versus Counselling
Coaching is a process enabling people to achieve their goals and overcome their blocks. It’s a process of looking forward and even when past issues arise the focus is how to become empowered to make changes for the future.
Counselling is a process of listening to the client, where they are and analysing the past to identify wounds for healing. Counselling does not use tools or techniques for the healing, it’s mostly a process of self examination.
Coaching often involves homework so the client is encouraged to take self responsibility of their own development. Coaching can be used for short term goals as well as overcoming long term problems.
It is rare in counselling for a client to have homework as the process is focused on sessions with the therapist. Clients often experience counselling as a long process.
This is a very good course that offers much more than the standard for kinesiologists. It also gives anyone, who undertakes it, more opportunities to attract clients, which is important for business purposes. The College of Functional Wellness have created a clever way to cover the KF requirements while giving an extra income opportunity to their learners. It’s a well-designed and well delivered course, that touches on all the parts required, and has plenty of opportunity for the learner to develop and attain much needed skills for their therapy practice.
The Kinesiology Federation
What can I do with this qualification?
- It is part of the Holding Space Practitioner qualification
- As a standalone, this course enables you to coach clients if you have another therapy or professional qualification to support this course
- Add Coaching as ‘Continuous Professional Development’ training to your insurance
Why study Foundation Coaching Skills?
Professional Development
Many alternative health careers look for a foundation knowledge in coaching, including becoming a Kinesiology practitioner. This qualification meets this criteria and is in line with the National Occupational Standards.
Essential Information
This qualification contains all the important information on areas such as consent, confidentiality, professional standards to keep yourself and clients protected as well as useful techniques when coaching.
Practical Experience
In this course, you will be able to put your new skills into practice in a safe, easy and non-judgemental online environment. As part of the course you will join groups of other students and learn to use these skills in real life situations with the support of an experienced tutor. This means you will qualify with confidence.
Self Development
We believe to be the best coach you can be, you need to work on your own personal development and unlock your own blocks. It makes it much easier to coach others if we have walked our own path of self discovery. Included in this course are 12 lessons of personal development called ‘Reclaim Your Life’.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the course format?
This is an online correspondence home learning course which makes it incredibly accessible and easy to work around your work and home life. All modules and assessments are contained within our website which is easy to access. You will be required to conduct zoom sessions with a peer, attend sharing circles for your own personal development and attend zoom classes with a mentor.
How long will it take me to complete from start to finish?
This course is 60 hours long, which can be completed at your own pace. Module completion involves online lessons, homework, case studies and assessments. You have 12 months to complete the course.
Is there an exam?
At the end of each module there is an approx. 30 minute multiple choice assessment to ensure you have understood the module. The pass rate is 80% and on successful completion, you move to the next module. If however, you don’t pass, you will be given the option to resit. We also ask you to submit a video case study so we can see you in practice.
Do I need any previous experience or qualifications?
No, this course a foundation training course and is designed to be accessible and easy to complete. If you have previous training – great! But it is not necessary.
How many hours is this course?
This course is 60 hours and is made up of online lessons, zoom classes on a Monday or Wednesday evening, assessments, homework and case studies.
What qualification do I receive?
You will be given the ‘Foundation in Coaching’ certificate and the opportunity to register with a recommended governing body, get insurance and start charging for coaching sessions should you wish. (Must be in partnership with a therapy or health qualification such as beauty therapy).
When can I start?
The joy of studying a correspondence home study course is you can start right away! As soon as you have paid your deposit or paid in full, you can start learning.
How do I get started?
Make a decision on the best pricing option for you and either pay for the course in full or pay your deposit to receive your first months study programme.
Do you make allowances for learning challenges?
Yes we do. All the learning is in different formats, including written documents, images, diagrams and videos that are able to be watched on repeat. All the assessments are not time prohibited so you can go at your own pace and take your notes in. If you have particular learning challenges that you wish to discuss with us, please contact us directly and we would be very happy to help.
Helen McHugh
The connection with the teachers is amazing. There is so much to learn.
Abi Adams
I highly recommend for their phenomenal knowledge and guidance when it comes to studying emotional health.
Michelle Norton-Hughes
This blew my mind. I thought it would be challenging, emotional and a big journey and it was all those things. I found my light and colour on this course.