Coaching and Mentoring

300 

Time

16 Hours

Modules

13 Lessons

Level

Intermediate

Certificate

By Q H M

Course Overview

Coaching is based on a partnership that involves giving employees support, along with giving them challenging opportunities. Knowing how and when to coach is an essential skill that can benefit both you and your organization.

This course defines coaching and gives participants the opportunity to assess theirstrengths and opportunities as a coach. It will also outline several items that should be in every coach’s toolkit, and look at a coaching model that will help trainees get tangible results.

In this course, you will learn how coaching and mentoring differ from each other. You will also learn the key aspects of each skill as well as supporting skills (such as goal setting, communication, feedback techniques, and adult learning principles).

Learning Objectives

  • Understand how coaching can be used to develop team members.

  • Develop the coaching skills that help improve individual performance.

  • Demonstrate the behaviors and practices of an effective coach.

  • Recognize employees’ strengths and give them the feedback they need to succeed.

  • Use a number of coaching tools within their practice.

  • Use a coaching model to help trainees get tangible results.

Course Outline & Major Topics

  • Foundations of Coaching & Mentoring

    Understanding the purpose, differences, benefits, and key principles of effective coaching and mentoring.

  • Essential Coaching Skills

    Developing interpersonal communication, active listening, effective questioning, probing, and responding to individual needs.

  • Understanding Learning Styles

    Recognizing different learning preferences and applying adult learning principles to create more effective coaching experiences.

  • Feedback & Performance Development

    Delivering constructive feedback, using coaching tools, and helping individuals recognize the benefits and consequences of their choices.

  • The Coaching Process

    Applying a structured coaching model to establish SMART goals, assess current reality, identify challenges, and determine the best way forward.

  • Overcoming Challenges & Driving Results

    Addressing common coaching difficulties, agreeing on actions, maintaining accountability, tracking progress, and supporting continuous development.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for managers, supervisors, team leaders, HR and L&D professionals, mentors, emerging leaders, and anyone responsible for developing the performance and potential of others.

It is particularly valuable for professionals who want to strengthen their coaching conversations, provide more effective feedback, motivate their teams, and support individuals in achieving meaningful development goals. The course equips participants with practical tools to build confidence, encourage accountability, and create a culture of continuous learning and high performance.

FAQ

This course will be delivered as a self-paced e-learning module.
Our online courses are delivered in English.
All our online courses are accredited by the KHDA.
For multiple employee e-learning programs please contact us.
No, our online e-learning courses can be taken without prior pre-requisites.
Yes. Upon full attendance and successful completion, you will receive a certificate of participation or accreditation, depending on the course.
Absolutely. All programs can be delivered privately at your company or virtually for your team, customized to match your internal goals and structure.

Reviews

“This course completely changed the way I approach coaching conversations with my team. I learned to listen more, ask better questions, and guide people toward finding their own solutions rather than simply giving them the answers. The practical tools around feedback and goal setting were especially useful. I left feeling more confident as a leader and better equipped to develop, motivate, and bring out the best in others.”

Veronica M. Marketing Manager
Online learning

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