The Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification

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1 The Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification Lead Instructor: Sherpa Guide author Judith Colemon (513) Websites: Class notes and assignments: (link and login to be provided) Course description: This three-month course of study is taught by the Sherpa team of author / educators and is based on "The Sherpa Guide: Process-Driven Executive Coaching. Participants will examine and master the Sherpa process for executive coaching. The class involves 35 hours of class time during a one-week session and an additional 35 hours of online work over the following month. Additionally, over three months time participants will work with a practicum coaching client with the help from a Certified Practicum Instructor. Additional case studies and instructor interaction will be offered through the Sherpa Leadership Institute Online. When participants finish classroom and online work, and complete the coaching process with a client, they are certified as a Sherpa Coach. Course Content: The fundamentals of coaching are covered in depth, including Definitions: What executive coaching is, and needs to become. Communications styles for coach and client What does it take to be a good coach? Who needs a coach? Why does coaching need a process? The Sherpa Stance: keeping coaching professional. What questions do I ask while I am coaching? Framing the question How can I tell if my client is getting it? How can I tell when my client is finished? The Sherpa process involves six phases, with comprehensive exercises, assessments and activities associated with each phase. The student will learn how to work as a professional coach using this process, and understand why the process enables successful business coaching. Based on the 340-page text, the authors will provide insights into the application of the Sherpa coaching process. The course will be peppered with examples from the experience of the author / instructors, adding depth to the content of the book. Demonstration assignments will guarantee that students acquire the assured ability to coach in any business environment, with clients at any management level. The student binder is 250+ pages designed to support this learning experience. Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification: Syllabus, page 1 of 5 (revised January 2015)

2 Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification Course Overview Classroom Live Training DAY ONE (9.30 AM-12:30) Introduction to Sherpa Coaching Definition of Coaching Principles of Coaching Introduction to the Sherpa Coaching Process Lessons from the Sherpa Afternoon (1:30-5:00) DAY TWO The Case for Coaching Coaching issues What Makes a Good Coach? Ten traits of a successful coach DAY THREE Stock Personal Inventory Coaching Practice DAY FOUR Phase Two: Global View Support Mountain Perception Values Afternoon Afternoon Afternoon DAY FIVE Phase Three: Destination Weakness Mountain Expectation Mountain Client Mapping Preparing for Online Instructors Q & A Process checklist: Book, Journal, Timelines DiSC Results (assessment taken online prior to class) Communication needs How your DiSC aligns with qualities of a good coach Coaching Tips Stock Process Overview Ground Rules Ramifications Stock (continued) Discovery Shield Why it Matters Who am I? Agreement Phase Two: Global View (continued) Change Management PQM Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification: Syllabus, page 2 of 5 (revised January 2015)

3 Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification Course Overview - Online modules at sherpa-university.com Introduction and Learning Outcomes Phase 4: Charting the Course Learning Outcomes Decision Tools and Path Readings Relational Route Path and Tools Organizational Route Path and Tools Q.U.E.S.T.I.O.N. Phase 5: Agenda Accountability House Phase 6: The Summit Summit Support Follow up Case Studies of Increasing Complexity Final testing Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification: Syllabus, page 3 of 5

4 The Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification Credentials The Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification is granted upon mastery of the material presented, and successful completion of a practicum client with continuing support. To demonstrate mastery of the material: Attend and participate in the classroom session. Read and follow the online modules in the order in which they appear. Complete the quizzes on all tools. Describe and defend how to apply paths and tools in the case studies. Complete a final exam. Support The full certification model and other Sherpa Coaching information available for download at Copies of the Personal Inventory coaching session are available on DVD at the Sherpa store: Follow-up Sherpa Headquarters is pleased to provide follow up on an as needed basis Course Evaluation A course evaluation is available at the completion of week 2 online. This is a requirement to complete the class and is helpful in structuring future classes. Annual Recertification Recertification is required please review the website for recertification options, including the annual conference. The conference is held the first Sunday, Monday and Tuesday of June every year. Launching your Coaching Career Suggestions / Tips to be provided throughout the course The Sherpa Store Charas, books, DiSC assessments, journals and miscellaneous other items can be found at the Sherpa store for use in your coaching business. Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification: Syllabus, page 4 of 5

5 The Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification Assignments Prior to Classroom session: Text: Read "The Sherpa Guide: Process-Driven Executive Coaching" in its entirety, at least once. The book will be sent two weeks in advance of the class. DiSC - This work style assessment must be completed online 72 hours prior to class. Practicum Readiness: Locate a practicum client: a colleague, or acquaintance willing to be coached at no charge. Your instructors will review and discuss your choice during class. Working with a Practicum Client (PC) is mandatory in order to earn the Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification. Arrange a prospective PC before you attend your first class session. The relationship between coach and PC is very important. Finding the right person is part of the learning process. Here are some criteria to help you locate the right PC: Find a PC that is on board with the coaching concept. Find a PC in a non profit that could never afford a coaching engagement. Find a PC who works for a colleague or friend, who hasn t worked with you.. Find a PC you are acquainted with, but have no work history with. Don t: ask a relative ask a fellow employee, or someone who shares your office space. ask a business colleague that you have a lot of work history with. Discuss the 12-week, one hour a week commitment with your potential PC. Tell your PC that your first meeting will be held the week following your first class session, pending instructor s approval. For additional assignments and further requirements, log in to sherpa-university.com. Your SLI online password will be sent three weeks prior to class.. Please contact kj@sherpacoaching.com for the information. Interactive Sections Please remember to bring your laptop, or personal computing device, to class for the online portion of the course. There may be sections of interactivity in the first week of class as well as the full online second portion of the course. Sherpa Executive Coaching Certification: Syllabus, page 5 of 5