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The module builds from EDM426 Mentoring and Coaching in Educational Organisations I and therefore assumes some knowledge and experience of coaching and mentoring as approaches to the development of professionals. The advanced practice element consists of developing an understanding of evidence-based coaching and mentoring and relating this to the assessment of the personal and professional growth of the client/client team. Developmental scales and tests are considered. Return on Investment (ROI) in relation to coaching is an important concern in relation to the resources expended. The assessment is based on a single, longitudinal, practice based assignment with the development of the client or team as the focus.

Note that this module is offered in three modes:

1. University campus based
2. As work based learning. This means that the vehicle for the development of coaching and mentoring capabilities is current work with a suitable client. The WBL route is an innovative approach that enables participants to demonstrate current competence and develop future capability. The WBL route is open only to groups of staff in the same school or college, or to staff groups from more than one. It is taught entirely within the contracting institution (s). Work for this module is intended to result in impact at school and classroom level
3. As intensive reading and oral examination only mode for candidates who can establish ‘Advanced Practitioner’ status

On successful completion of the module students will have:

1. An critical understanding of ‘evidence based’ coaching and mentoring and the extent to which specific coaching and mentoring models and perspectives are supported by valid and reliable evidence
2. A knowledge and understanding of the ways in which benchmarks for the development of clients and their teams can be established and agreed
3. An understanding of the concept of Return on Investment and how it might be applied in educational settings
4. An enhanced understanding of an commitment to, high ethical standards in their coaching and mentoring practice
5. Further developed a personal philosophy of coaching and mentoring which enables them to act as coach or mentor to others
6. Enhanced their practical capabilities as a result of in-depth practical work within or beyond their own organisation which is focused on their personal and professional development of others
7. Enriched the knowledge, ability and motivation required to keep abreast of developments in the field and to further develop their own coaching and mentoring and professional community building capabilities.

300 student learning hours including hours in which a student is engaging in professional mentoring activities.

Up to 20 hours of which is contact time 

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.