Contemporary Developments in Coaching

Overview

Coaching draws on insights from psychology, sociology, anthropology and education to inform its practice. Ideas can also come from applied studies – such as health coaching, finance coaching, and executive development. Committed coaches keep ‘up to date’ through CPD, but with so many fields to monitor this can be a challenge. Many coaches don't have access to academic literature, let alone the time to scan such a broad range of topics. This one-day event helps bridge this gap.

Currently, four key areas will be explored: the qualities of the coach, improving the coaching process, the coaching relationship and the nature of the client. We will adapt the programme if new themes emerge. 

During the day, participants will review a dozen pre-selected references, pool their interpretations and relate these findings to their own coaching practices. Rather than passive lectures, this is an opportunity to learn from a diverse group of practitioners and dig into published evidence together.

Please note: this event will close to enrolments at 23:59 UTC on 29 January 2025.

Programme details

9.45am
Registration

10am
Introduction and coaching research

10.30am
The qualities of the coach

11.15am
Tea/coffee

11.45am
The coaching process and improving its effectiveness

1pm
Lunch break

2pm
The coaching relationship

3.15pm
Tea/coffee

3.45pm
The nature of the client

5pm
End of day

Please note: given the research focus of the event, the content may be updated prior to the day.

Fees

Description Costs
Course Fee (includes tea/coffee) £130.00
Baguette Lunch £7.30
Hot Lunch £19.25

Funding

If you are in receipt of a UK state benefit or are a full-time student in the UK you may be eligible for a reduction of 50% of tuition fees.

Concessionary fees for short courses

Tutor

Dr Graham Wilson

A PhD in animal behaviour, and initial career in organisation development followed by psychotherapy training, led Graham to practise as an executive confidant for 20+ years. He has taught counselling, psychology and photography at Oxford and elsewhere for a decade. Recently retired as Coordinator of HE Counselling Courses at Guildford College, his research interests include the use of imagery to provoke positive behavioural change within communities. Graham currently leads programmes of therapeutic photography within Oxfordshire. He has written more than ten textbooks.

Application

Please use the 'Book' button on this page. Alternatively, please contact us to obtain an application form.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included in the price, but if you wish to stay with us the night before the course, then please contact our Residential Centre.

Accommodation in Rewley House - all bedrooms are modern, comfortably furnished and each room has tea and coffee making facilities, Freeview television, and Free WiFi and private bath or shower rooms. Please contact our Residential Centre on +44 (0) 1865 270362 or email res-ctr@conted.ox.ac.uk for details of availability and discounted prices. For more information, please see our website: https://www.conted.ox.ac.uk/about/accommodation