An introduction to coaching for the health and social care sectors

"An Introduction to Coaching Skills for the Health and Social Care Sectors" focuses on coaching as a way of motivating and developing the skills and expertise of people on an everyday basis for the benefit of the person concerned and for the organisation.

Coaching is best seen in the organisational context as a useful tool that can be used as an adjunct to a number of other tools and approaches.

It can be carried out by a line manager or other colleagues trained in coaching skills or by coaches who are contracted by the organisation.

This unique training resource covers the background to coaching in the health and social care sectors, the uses and benefits of coaching, and how it can be used to improve and enhance the existing performance of individuals, teams and organisations.

By examining the evidence in relation to coaching, practical cases and scenarios, this invaluable resource sets out what skills are required and how to coach as a line manager.

The resource also examines other applications of coaching and how to set up a coaching approach in an organisation, as well as how to measure success.