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Short Course | Medicine

Coaching Skills for Leaders (20 CATS)

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This course aims to facilitate enhancements in coaching skills in the healthcare sector. This course is suitable for all providers of primary care including GPs, practice managers, dentists, pharmacists etc.

Application Deadline: 4:00pm on Wednesday, 20 November

 

DurationFebruary to April: 4 Workshops-20 hours, Coaching Practice-8 hours
DeliveryOnline
Fee£0
Start date13 Feb 2025

This programme was developed with the aim of having a significant impact on the Primary Care Federations’ mission; to provide continuing professional development for GPs and Health Care professionals working in a primary care setting, preparing future leaders for the Health Care sector.  It was also expected to support the wider agenda of transforming the Health and Social Care provision within Northern Ireland and improving the provision of Primary Care outcomes for patients across Northern Ireland.

It introduces a variety of coaching tools, techniques, and approaches, providing a solid foundation in effective coaching practices.  Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to practice and refine their coaching skills, enhancing their ability to lead and support others effectively.

 

 

 

Fee

Free for DfE Funded students£0

Tuition fees and other charges are set by the University and are subject to change

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this programme, applicants must work in a primary care setting and have a primary degree or equivalent (read Selection Criteria for full requirements).

The Programme

  • Course Content

    This short course is designed for those who want to:

    • Learn coaching skills and techniques as part of their leadership toolkit;
    • Reflect on their own coaching skills and recognise areas for improvement;
    • Understand the impact of coaching in an organisation and in different contexts. 

    Assessment: The Coaching short course is assessed through 2 assessment tasks, a written report based on coaching practice with 1-2 coachees and a recorded presentation based on a reflective account of the coaching practice. 

    Online Learning Resources:  Each unit is supported with online learning resources, practical guides, and reflective exercises, to enable participants to build on their learning and apply it within their own context and complete the assessment.

     

     

  • Outcomes

    This programme was developed with the aim of having a significant impact on the Primary Care Federations’ mission; to provide continuing professional development for GPs and Health Care professionals working in a primary care setting, preparing future leaders for the Health Care sector.  It was also expected to support the wider agenda of transforming the Health and Social Care provision within Northern Ireland and improving the provision of Primary Care outcomes for patients across Northern Ireland.

    This short course aims to equip leaders with a set of skills which will help them navigate difficult situations using recognised coaching methodologies. The course provides participants with an understanding of the benefits, types and application of coaching used by strategic leaders and introduces coaching tools, techniques, and approaches. It also gives participants the opportunity to practice and enhance their coaching skills. This will impact staff retention and development.

    Improvements in the quality and standards of patient care delivered by the Healthcare sector are required. Key to this is the development of training initiatives to meet local needs. This module provided by the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Science at QUB was developed with staff in the QUB Graduate School and is designed to provide a QUB approved qualification in coaching with a focus on primary care.   

     

     

  • Delivery

    Each unit consists of 4 workshops delivered by experienced trainers via Microsoft Teams.  There is an expectation that students will complete up to 8 hours coaching practice with 1 or 2 coachees.

    Module/Delivery times:  09.30 – 15.30 pm each day

  • Selection Criteria

    Applicants should have at least one of the following:   

    1. A minimum of an Honours degree, or equivalent in a biological sciences or healthcare related subject.  
    2. At least three years’ experience working in a healthcare-related role. 
    3. Current employment in a healthcare research-related role.

    Please  note that if a candidate does not have the academic qualifications stated in criterion 1, but can prove they have the relevant experience (criteria 2 or 3), their application will still be considered.  A Recognised Experience of Learning (RPEL) form will be made available to them to complete in addition to the online application. In this instance, individuals will be contacted directly.  If RPEL is required, please ensure you add all information to your application. The more information provided, the more helpful it is for the admissions process.  

    The Department for the Economy Skill Up Fund is open to applicants resident in Northern Ireland only. It is not open to applicants from outside Northern Ireland.

    To be eligible for a fully funded place under this programme you must:

    • over 18 years of age;
    • eligible to work in Northern Ireland;
    • settled in Northern Ireland, and has been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years;
    • or is a person who has indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK
    • Must meet the existing entry requirements for the course. 

    Due to high demand you are advised to apply as early as possible.

    We may be able to consider self-funded or employer funded applicants on a case by case basis, as capacity on the individual PGCert programmes allow. Please indicate in your application if you wish to be considered as a self-funded or employer funded applicant.

    *EU & International applicants may be eligible, but must be aware of visa implications and follow up as necessary for this part time course.

Spaces available

How to apply

Application for admission is made via Queen's Portal and applicants should follow the step-by-step instructions on how to apply 

Several options will be displayed in the DAP and you should choose those listed below.  Please note you will not be able to choose Strategic Management & Leadership in Primary Care at this point:

  • Choose Career – Postgraduate Taught
  • Choose School/Institute – Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences
  • Choose Degree – Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences (Institutional Credit – Postgraduate Taught)
  • Click – Continue button

Applicants should note: 

  1. It is essential that applicants complete the form fully leaving no sections blank, particularly within the sections requesting information about qualifications and employment history.  
  2. All relevant qualifications including Undergraduate Degrees, Masters, and/ or any others which may be at an equivalent level. Please ensure that copies/photos of these are uploaded to the Direct Application Portal (DAP) as proof. 

You also need to include specific text in the Additional Information box

  1. The title of the short course (module) you are applying for: “Coaching Skills for Leaders” 
  2. The reasons for wanting to undertake the course and how your work experience fits within the criteria of the course. 
  3. Confirmation that you can fully commit to the time required to undertake the course.   

If you should have any issues in completing this online application you should refer to the Admissions and Access Service (apply@qub.ac.uk)

Application Deadline: 4:00pm on Wednesday, 20 November

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