Contemporary Developments in Coaching
27 February 2027
10:00am-5:00pm
Rewley House 1 Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2JA
Event status:
Applications being accepted
Dates:
27 February 2027
Study Format:
In-person day/weekend
Fees:
£140.00
Coaching is a truly multidisciplinary subject, drawing on insights from psychology, sociology, anthropology, and education to inform its practice. Applied studies can inform both their direct use of coaching and the wider community too – insights from sports coaching, health coaching, financial coaching, and executive development are obvious examples. The committed coach knows the importance of keeping ‘up to date’ through continuous professional development. However, with so many fields to monitor, this can be a challenge – many coaches do not have access to the academic literature, let alone the time to scan such a broad range of topics. This one-day event aims to help bridge this gap.
Now in its eighth year, the course material is different every time.
At the time of writing, four key areas will be explored: learning processes, peak experiences, motivation, and impact. Should new themes emerge, we will adapt the programme accordingly. As well as providing an overview of developments relevant to coaching in specific areas there will be opportunities for participants to work together exploring these and other topics throughout the day.
Please note: this event will close to enrolments at 23:59 GMT on 24 February 2027.
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Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the price, but if you wish to stay with us the night before the course, then please contact our Residential Centre.
Accommodation in Rewley House – all bedrooms are modern, comfortably furnished and each room has tea and coffee making facilities, Freeview television, and Free WiFi and private bath or shower rooms. Please contact our Residential Centre on +44 (0) 1865 270362 or email res-ctr@conted.ox.ac.uk for details of availability and discounted prices.
Programme details
9.45am
Registration at Rewley House reception
10am
Introduction: Coaching as a Learning Process – Insights from Research in Androgogy
11.15am
Tea/coffee break
11.45am
The Psychological Contract- Understanding ‘Peak Experience’ and its Role in Coaching
1pm
Lunch break
2pm
Motivation – Autonomy, Mastery and Purpose; Updating our Understanding of the Work of Deci and Ryan
3.15pm
Tea/coffee break
3.45pm
Coaching Leaders – Applying Behavioural Economics to Optimise Impact
Summary
5pm
Event disperses
Fees
| Description | Costs |
|---|---|
| Event fee (includes tea/coffee) | £140.00 |
| Baguette lunch | £7.90 |
| Hot lunch (two-course) | £22.40 |
Funding
If you are in receipt of a UK state benefit, or are a care-leaver in the UK, you may be eligible for a reduction of 50% of tuition fees. Please see the below link for full details:
Concessionary fees for short courses
Payment
Please see the terms and conditions for our open-access courses.
Dr Graham Wilson – Tutor
A PhD in animal behaviour, and initial career in organisation development followed by psychotherapy training, led Graham to practise as an executive confidant for 20+ years. He has taught counselling, psychology and photography at Oxford and elsewhere for a decade. Recently retired as Coordinator of HE Counselling Courses at Guildford College, his research interests include the use of imagery to provoke positive behavioural change within communities. Graham currently leads programmes of therapeutic photography within Oxfordshire. He has written more than ten textbooks.
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