COACHING QUALIFICATIONS

As determined by the International Coach Federation, an Associate Certified Coach has completed at least 60 hours of training through an accredited training programme. Candidates must prove they thoroughly understand the ICF’s Code of Ethics and apply the ICF’s core competencies to their client’s goals.
They are required to document at least 100 hours of coaching experience with at least eight clients.
This training and experience are crucial to writing the required Coach Knowledge Assessment (CKA) to demonstrate their competencies.

Qualified Mental Health First Aiders have completed a qualification which provides:-

practical skills to spot the signs of mental illness
The confidence to step in and support a person who needs assistance.
An in-depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing.
Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues.
Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening.
Knowledge to help someone recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s self-help resources, through their employer, the NHS, or a mix.