309080 v.2 Graduate Diploma in Coaching

GradDipCoaching(Curtin)

This course is pending registration for International Onshore Students on Student Visas. Please contact the Curtin International Office to determine availability for International students.

Introduction

Designed for those seeking the skills to conduct coaching and/or mentoring in the workplace or with individuals at a personal level. Coaching assists people to set goals and to achieve them and this course provides the theory and skills to assist with this process. It encourages professional and personal development and the acquisition of skills that are relevant to the practice of coaching and mentoring.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Admission to this award program will typically require the satisfactory completion of a degree or a diploma course or its equivalent. An interview will be conducted and referee reports required.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are encouraged from applicants and are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

The course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Units are mixed mode delivery and include blocks and external studies.

Course Organisation

A combination of coursework and practicum units. Some units are delivered by distance, some in blocks and others on a weekly basis. Consult the Course Co-ordinator to determine a sequence of study appropriate to their needs.

Career Opportunities

It is expected that graduates will already be employed and will use the skills acquired in their current profession, however some graduates may set up their own consultancy as life and/or executive coaches.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
307229	v.1	Counselling Professional Practice 667	3.0	25.0
309086	v.1	Exploring Psychology 501	3.0	25.0
311203	v.1	Interpersonal Communications 500	3.0	25.0
				75.0
Year 1 Semester 2
13639	v.2	Socially Relevant Contexts 663	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 OPTION		25.0
				50.0
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified)			Hrs/Wk	Credit
306357	v.1	SW 664 - Narrative in Practice	3.0	25.0
311202	v.1	Groups Counselling 500	3.0	25.0
5248	v.6	Managerial Leadership 561	3.0	25.0
5754	v.5	Facilitation and Group Process Skills 565	3.0	25.0
5755	v.6	Managerial Effectiveness 571	3.0	25.0

See the Course Coordinator for other available options