The purpose of both coaching and mentoring is to help and support people to manage their own learning and to maximise individual potential, skills, performance and personal development. This online micro-credential provides a unique environment in which students can expand their knowledge and understanding of coaching and mentoring in the clinical setting. The micro-credential aims to provide theoretical understanding, experiential knowledge, and skills necessary to equip graduates to undertake coaching and/or mentoring in a range of contexts. In addition, students will explore how to assist others in the practical skills and understanding needed for successful one-to-one support.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this course enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge and aptitude in coaching and mentoring in the clinical setting
2. Demonstrate principles of coaching and mentoring
3. Apply foundational models of coaching and mentoring
4. Demonstrate the core competencies of a coach and mentor in the clinical setting
5. Differentiate between preceptor, coach, and mentor
6. Develop an understanding of personal approaches to coaching and mentoring, and demonstrate an understanding of adult approaches to learning and how to give feedback and establish the coach/mentor relationship.

Assessment

Online Quiz and Online Activities

Award

Digital Badge via Credly

Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.