Program Description

The 9-hour GaPSC-approved Coaching Certificate is designed for experienced educators. Instruction will involve the use of a variety of instructional methods including, but not limited to, problem-based learning, modules, case-studies, simulation, field experiences, research, and individual projects. Application of learning to school-based issues and problems is a critical component of this applied program.  

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: 

1. Analyze the alignment between the organization’s mission, vision, beliefs, and goals and the coachee’s responsibilities and performances required; analyze strengths and opportunities for growth for the coachee based on this alignment.
2. Identify and implement appropriate assessments based on the coachee’s roles and responsibilities; analyze and use results from assessments.
3. Develop goals and a plan to achieve them in collaboration with coachee; demonstrate ability to manage progress and accountability.
4. Provide feedback based on performance criteria; use feedback to collaborate with the coachee to plan strategies.
5. Utilize effective verbal skills; use effective written skills; and use effective non-verbal skills to communicate independently of spoken or written words.
6. Establish and maintain a highly confidential relationship; recognize and address the significance of relationship building skills, maintain a professional ethical environment; and demonstrate collaboration skills.

This program is a part of the Clarice C. and Leland H. Bagwell College of Education .

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC).

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

The following are program-specific criteria beyond the general Graduate Admissions  requirements. 

• Coaching Endorsement School/District Recommendation Form. 
• Clear Renewable Georgia Teaching Certificate. 

Enrollment Criteria

This program does not have specific enrollment criteria; however, students are expected to meet the requirements of Academic Policy 4.0 ACADEMIC STANDING, DISMISSAL, & REINSTATEMENT .

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policy 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION . 

Students must finish all coursework, apply for graduation, and follow the Bagwell College of Education certification steps with GaPSC to add the Endorsement to their Teaching Certificate.

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Program Course Requirements