A practical and accessible introduction to the world of parental transition coaching.
This 2.5 hour self-directed course explores what Parental Transition Coaching is, who it supports, and why it matters, making it the perfect starting point for coaches and HR professionals alike.
Who this is for
Anyone wanting to learn more about parental transition coaching — including HR professionals looking to better support new and working parents within their organisations. You don’t have to be a qualified or experienced coach but some experience of people development, coaching or mentoring would be helpful.
What the course covers
Through bite-sized videos, text, quizzes, and reflective prompts, you’ll gain clarity on the role of a Parental Transition Coach and the unique challenges faced by working parents.
The course includes six self-paced online modules:
History of Parental Transition Coaching
Explore how parental transition coaching has developed and why specialist support can make a difference to working parents.
Building our Own Self-Awareness as Coaches
Reflect on the experiences, beliefs and assumptions that may influence how we coach and support others.
Supporting Working Parents Through the Change Curve
Understand the emotional process of transition and how working parents may respond to change at different stages of their journey
Enable Clients to Think Ahead of Parental Leave
Explore how coaching can help clients prepare for parental leave, manage expectations and think ahead about their return and career.
Getting Ready to Go Back to Work
Consider the practical and emotional challenges of returning to work, including confidence, communication, boundaries and workload.
Supporting Client’s Longer-Term Career Development
Explore how coaching can help working parents reconnect with their values, ambitions and longer-term career direction.
The course also includes a final Moving Forward with Your Learning section, helping participants reflect on their learning, identify their next steps and book an optional one-to-one coaching session with one of our experienced Parental Transition Coaching Course Facilitators, Gill or Andi.
Qualification
Successful completion of this programme will result in a completion certificate.
The price of this programme is £75+ VAT (£90).
Once you click Book Now, you’ll be directed to our self-learning portal, where you can begin the programme immediately. Once inside the programme, you’ll also have the option to book a one-to-one session with Andi or Gill.
What is Parental Transition Coaching?
Parental transition coaching is a specialist form of coaching that supports people through the personal, professional and practical changes associated with becoming a working parent.
Support at Every Stage
It provides a confidential and supportive space in which individuals can reflect, plan and make informed decisions throughout their transition – from preparing for parental leave and staying connected while away, to returning to work and considering their longer-term career development.
A Person-Centred Approach
Rather than telling someone what to do, a parental transition coach helps them explore their own priorities, challenges and ambitions. Coaching conversations may cover confidence, identity, communication, boundaries, workload, relationships, wellbeing and balancing career and family life.
Benefits for Employees and Organisations
Effective parental transition coaching helps working parents feel understood, prepared and supported. For organisations, it can strengthen engagement, retention and inclusion while creating a more positive parental leave and return-to-work experience.
As the architect behind the Parental Transition course curriculum, Helen draws on over 20 years’ in L&D, blending deep expertise with her passion for supporting working parents……
Gill Simpson
Professional Coach
Gill specialises in coaching busy working parents, helping them manage the balance of work and family life. Her aim as a coach is to help people to increase their capability…
Andi Simmons
Professional Coach
Andi is a insightful executive coach and psychologist. She is passionate about supporting working parents, empowering her coachees’ to move forward with energy and focus.
Why become a parental transition coach?
5 reasons for choosing to coach through parental transition
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