EMCC Accreditation for Coaches

Diploma in Coaching Supervision

Twelve-month coaching supervisor qualification

EMCC Level 5 Diploma in Coaching Supervision (Includes Exam): OTS09090

What is Coaching Supervision?

A safe space for reflective dialogue with a practicing supervisor, supporting the coach’s practice, development and well-being.

EMCC Definition

Programme Purpose

The purpose of this programme is to train, qualify and accredit coach supervisors.

Successful completion of the programme results in individual accreditation as a supervisor (ESIA) with EMCC, assuming sufficient practice hours have been collected. 

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Target Audience

Your first step as professional coach supervisor​

The course has been developed for experienced coaches, operating at the level of Senior Practitioner (with EMCC Global or AC), PCC (with ICF), Level 7 (with ILM) or any other equivalent accreditation status.

Suitable for 

Coaching leads planning to offer supervision to internal coaches
Organisational development professionals wishing to expand their range

Course Components

Successful completion of the programme includes meeting all the EMCC Global training requirements for individual accreditation as a supervisor.

If you have accumulated sufficient practice hours, graduates will obtain the internationally recognised ESIA supervisor accreditation with EMCC Global.

The course fee includes the cost of accreditation (but not membership of EMCC, which must be taken separately).

The programme has been designed to align well with the life of a busy professional. Training sessions are short and well-spaced over 12 months.

The Course at a Glance

20 live training modules

2 x feedback on a Recorded Session

4 self-managed learning sets

Ongoing Reflective Journal

1:1 & Group Supervision Practice

2000 Word Assignment

Online Learning Environment

Assessment and Accreditation

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Module 1

Foundations of Supervision

Learners will discover the basics of supervision. Learning groups will be established and will meet for the first time. Individuals will also pair up with each other to form practice supervision pairs and will start supervising each other in their own time. Reflective Journals will start and learners will contribute to the online community discussion forum.

Session

1

Programme Introduction

Welcoming everyone to the programme. Personal introductions. Familiarisation with learning platform. Discussing a team contract.

Session

2

Supervision Competences and Capacities

Defining Supervision. Working with the Supervision Competence Framework.

Session

3

Working with the 7-Eyed Model

Demonstration. Applying the 7-Eyed supervision model. Introduction to Parallel Process.

Session

4

Supervision Alliance – Contracting

Establishing a working alliance between supervisor and supervisee.

Module 2

Functions of Supervision

This module contains three sessions and a recorded supervision exercise. We introduce Proctor’s three functions of supervision: Normative, Formative and Restorative. The intention is to establish and embed essential supervision skills by the end of the first term, so that learners are set up for success.

Session

5

Normative : the Qualitative Function

We explore what it means to be an effective reflective (and reflexive) practitioner.

Session

6

Formative: the Developmental Function

How the supervisor supports the supervisee to improve their competence as a coach.

Session

7

Restorative – the Supportive Function

How the supervisor supports the supervisee to resource themselves, remaining fit to practice.

Module 3

The Relational Approach

This module contains three sessions and a recorded supervision exercise. We introduce Proctor’s three functions of supervision: Normative, Formative and Restorative. The intention is to establish and embed essential supervision skills by the end of the first term, so that learners are set up for success.

Session

8

Parallel Process

Noticing, understanding and working explicitly with ‘parallel ‘process’.

Session

9

Psychodynamic Approach

Defence mechanisms, transference, counter-transference, projection, projective identification.

Session

10

The Relational Lens

Understanding Social Constructionism and a narrative interpretation of the self.

Module 4

Supervising Groups

We dedicate an entire module to the practice of supervising groups. This is a more sophisticated and complex practice requiring skills that go beyond supervision.

We provide opportunities for learners to explore a role
that combines pure supervision, facilitation of group dynamics, managing a process, and harnessing the collective intelligence of the members of the group.

Session

11

Groups: Practicalities

Creating the container and holding the space for groups of supervisees.

Session

12

Groups: Interpersonal Dynamics

Managing complex group dynamics and ensuring all group members benefit equally.

Session

13

Groups: Practice and Feedback

Taking risks, listening, valuing different perspectives, having real conversations.

Module 5

Your Supervision Approach

At this stage in the programme, learners are encouraged to experiment and stretch the boundaries of their practice as supervisors. We introduce creative approaches to supervision and invite learners to identify ways of working that are authentic and unique to them. They may discuss this in their third reflective learning group, which takes place now.

Session

14

Creative Approaches to Supervision 1

An enquiry into freedom, stuckness, spontaneity and not-knowing. Working ‘live’.

Session

15

Creative Approaches to Supervision 2

Practicing and experimenting with working in a creative way. Working ‘live’.

Session

16

Your Supervision Model

Developing an individualised model of supervision and applying it authentically.

Module 6

Supervision In Action

At this stage in the programme, learners are encouraged to experiment and stretch the boundaries of their practice as supervisors. We introduce creative approaches to supervision and invite learners to identify ways of working that are authentic and unique to them. They may discuss this in their third reflective learning group, which takes place now.

Session

17

Ethical Dilemmas in Supervision

Exploring ethical dilemmas and developing ethical maturity as practitioners. Practical Exercise.

Session

18

Maintaining a Professional Practice

Best practice for CPD, supervision, reflective practice, ethics, record keeping and more.

Session

19

Presentation of Personal Supervision Models

Learners will share their personal supervision models with other cohort members.

Session

20

Graduation

Sharing overall learning and personal outcomes from 12-month journey.

Course Completion

Assessment

Assessment is not based on a simple pass or fail approach. We support learners throughout the programme to develop, at their own pace and in their own way to achieve a successful outcome.

Attendance

It is essential that learners attend a minimum of 80% of all sessions. Missed taught input sessions must be made up by watching the recording and undertaking agreed catch-up homework.

Prior Experience

Candidates may include prior experience as a supervisor towards their total practice hours.

Graduates without 120 hours practice experience may return within twelve months with their completed log books and we will facilitate their accreditation (if they have continued to receive supervision and attend CPD).

Total Qualification Time

We estimate that this programme will take a minimum of 150 hours of learner time. Individuals may choose to spend longer than this, exploring areas of interest, or collecting additional practice hours.

Certification & Accreditation

On successful completion, learners will be awarded the Diploma in Coaching Supervision and, if they meet the accreditation criteria, will be referred to EMCC Global for individual accreditation: ESIA.

Accreditation Criteria

  • Successful completion of the programme
  • Membership of EMCC Global (c.150 Euros/year)
  • Minimum of 120 supervision practice hours
  • Minimum of 10 Supervisees
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Online Learning Platform

We use a very user-friendly online learning platform which acts as a secure base for all the work that we do over the 12-month period.

All the handouts contained within the programme will be available here, along with homework assignments and space for community discussion.

The platform acts as a container for the learning journey undertaken by participants.

Each module gets unlocked at the right time, and all learner requirements are made clear and visible.

Progress is indicated visually, and overdue tasks are highlighted.
Each module has a Community Discussion area where participants will share resources and reflections. Sessions are also followed up with a fun quiz.

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The Diploma in Coaching Supervision program was an intense and inspiring journey. Tom and the team provide depth at different levels, from theoretical knowledge to reflexivity in the wider context. It has enriched me as a person, coach, and supervisor!
The programme to become an ESIA accredited supervisor, has been a great experience, personally and professionally. I'd do it again. Be aware that the journey on this ship isn't a tropical, fully serviced, all-inclusive sunny cruise. You must do the work. But once you disembark, you'll have met lovely people and have had unique experiences. I'm taking home a suitcase of souvenirs to be put into practice.
The programme contains so many useful and surprising components needed to be a professional supervisor and role model! It is a huge enrichment for me as a master coach, and I look forward to applying this knowledge with other coaches and thus further professionalising the coaching profession.
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