Upcoming January Programs - Mentor Coaching Group, Group Coaching Essentials

Here's a quick listing of upcoming programs of interest to coaches, and other professionals looking to launch their own group programs this year:

Group Coaching Essentials (Approved for 6.75 CCEs with the ICF) Upcoming Programs start by phone : January 2012: Thursdays 10:30 - 11:45 Eastern/New York: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2012 (4 spots available) OR January/February: Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:45 am ET: January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21 (5 spots open) OR February/March: Thursdays 10:30 - 11:45 am ET: Feb 16, 23, March 1, 15 and 22 (wide open) Click here for more info and to register. Each month I work with a small group of coaches (maximum 6-8) in the Group Coaching Essentials program. The program covers tools, exercises and resources to support coaches with the design, marketing and implementation of their own group coaching programs. We look at both in person and virtual (web and phone) based programs, as well as tips for groups from the general public and organizations. The program includes 5 x 75 minute calls, access to weekly lazer/laser(15 minute) 1-1 calls with me (at no additional cost), and an 80 page manual (delivered in weekly modules). Benefit from the accountability and structure of the program to get your own group coaching program going! Price: $375 US or $375 CDN (including HST) Click here for more info and to register for upcoming Group Coaching Essentials programs. "I love programs that give you lots of useable takeaways. By that, I mean that I can use the materials I receive immediately in my business. The Group Coaching Essentials program gave me just that. Not only has it jump started my group coaching offerings, it will pay for itself many times over in the additional revenue I will generate." Nan O'Connor, MCC, http://www.nanoconnor.com Advanced Group Coaching Practicum (By Phone) Starts Tuesdays 12 - 1:15 pm Eastern/9-10:15 am Pacific: Jan 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21 and March 6 Are you a Group Coaching Essentials alumni and want to gain further practice and get feedback on your group coaching skills? The Advanced Group Coaching Practicum provides coaches with the opportunity to gain more experience in leading a group, as well as take their knowledge base deeper. Each call will focus on an advanced group coaching issue. During each session one coach will lead us through a sample group coaching process and will receive feedback on their skills (written and verbal). Please contact me directly if you have questions. The program includes the 6 calls, lazer 1-1 with me, worksheets and an e-manual. Cost:$375 for the 6 sessions. Pre-requisite: Group Coaching Essentials. Reserve your spot in the Advanced Group Coaching Practicum here. Group Coaching Intensive (In Person Training, 15 hrs) April 13-14, 2012 - Toronto, CANADA Described by past particpants as a "Must HAVE" for any group coach" and a "fantastic incubator for group coaching practice", this two day in-person group coaching training program focuses on providing coaches with both knowledge and content as well as practice, and feedback, on their group coaching skills. The course covers core group coaching skills, along with practical tips and tools for designing, running and marketing your own programs. Both new and experienced coaches can benefit from this program, as can alumni of the Group Coaching Essentials program. Participants will leave the program with tools, resources, skills and practice in group coaching, covering key topics including core skills, tricky issues, best practices, structure, exercises/tools, and group process for group coaching. This is really an intimate look at group coaching, and space is limited to 6-8 coaches. Contact us for more info on the venue. The program includes: 15 hours of instruction and contact in an in-person environment (An application will be submitted for renewal of the program's approval of 15 ICF CCES - 13 hrs Core Competencies, 2 hrs Business Development) The Group Coaching Intensive Manual A Group Coaching Toolbox (yes! your own physical toolbox of program tools and resources) A copy of the Effective Group Coaching book A follow up call with Jenn and the group in December Venue: Toronto, CANADA. Hours: Friday April 13 (8:30 - 4:30) and Saturday April 14 (8:30 - 4:30) and group follow up call Early Bird Price: $775 plus HST = $875.75 CDN. Regular Price$950 CDN plus HST (total $1073.50). Click here to reserve your space at the Early Bird Pricing. Can't make it to Toronto in April? Join me this coming summer in Muskoka July 12-13 in Huntsville, Muskoka. National Geographic rated Msukoka once again as a top 10 Summer Getaways again this year! Make a plan to come and explore it during 2012. Mentor Coaching Group Starts January 13th - Fridays 12 - 1 pm Eastern/9-10 am Pacific (By Phone) The Mentor Coaching Group will be of interest for ACC renewals, as well as those working towards their ACC and PCC portfolio applications with the ICF. This is a 10 hour mentor coaching program, which includes 7 hours of group mentor coaching calls, and 3 hours of individual mentor coaching sessions (held monthly). We look at all 11 core coaching competencies of the ICF, and coaches have the opportunity to practice and receive feedback on their skills during the program. Each week you'll receive worksheets to support you with your learning. Click here for more info about the mentor coaching groups. The next group is scheduled to start on Fridays from 12-1 pm Eastern/9-10 am Pacific on January 13th. Group Calls will be held on January 13, 20, 27, Feb 10, 24, March 9 and April 13, 2012. Space is limited to 4-6 coaches. If you have a group of 4 of your own and want to get started earlier, please give me a call. Current pricing: $1000/10 hours program. Pricing will increase in January for other 2012 groups. Reserve your spot in the January 2012 Group here - 2 spots open! I look forward to having you join me for an upcoming program. If you have any questions, or would like to register offline, please feel free to contact me directly at (416) 996-8326 or by email. Warm regards Jennifer Jennifer Britton, PCC, CPCC Group Coaching Essentials Author of Effective Group Coaching (Wiley, 2010) Email: info{at}potentialsrealize{dot}com