Coaching Mastery
Join our flagship Coach Training Programme and graduate equipped with advanced coaching skills, enhanced leadership capabilities and the tools to build stronger professional relationships. Through this transformative experience you’ll learn to inspire, develop, and empower individuals to reach their full potential, all while strengthening your own ability to lead and influence effectively.
Upon completing Coaching Mastery, you’ll hold a diploma accredited by a globally recognised body, plus we’ll personally guide you through every step toward earning your accreditation. This means you’ll step confidently into the coaching world as a fully qualified and accredited professional, backed by the Association for Coaching.
Who is Coaching Mastery for?
Whether you’re a leader seeking to enhance your professional skill set or looking for a purposeful career change by becoming a certified coach, Coaching Mastery offers a powerful path forward.
We recommend that you have experience at a senior management level or that you’re on a fast track to a leadership position.
Alternatively a background in HR, psychology related professions or people development would be suitable.
Coaching Mastery may be the right fit if you’re:
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An accomplished professional wanting to expand your coaching skills to become a more effective leader and manager
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An organisational leader seeking a recognised coaching qualification to elevate your leadership capabilities
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An experienced professional considering a purposeful career transition into coaching
Not sure if it’s right for you? Book a no-pressure, informal chat with one of our facilitators to explore how Coaching Mastery aligns with your goals.
How does the Coaching Mastery programme work?
Face-to-face learning
We believe that the most profound learning happens through connection and shared experiences with your peers. That’s why all Coaching Mastery modules are taught face-to-face, creating a truly experiential and transformative learning environment.
Our programme takes place across a range of inspiring locations:
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The renowned academic setting of Cranfield University in Bedfordshire
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A coastal retreat in Norfolk, where optional early-morning sea swims add a unique touch to your experience!
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A private residence with stunning views over the rural Bedfordshire countryside
A modular approach
Each module spans 2 to 4 days. Between modules, you’ll have opportunities to apply your new skills by coaching volunteer clients, reinforcing what you’ve learned. We also provide group and one-to-one supervision sessions to help you reflect, discuss challenges and track your progress.
All course materials are available on our dedicated online portal, accessible anytime during the programme and for a year after completion, so you can revisit and deepen your learning.
The programme is limited to just 12 participants, fostering close connections among learners. Many of our alumni stay in touch long after completing the programme, forming lasting professional and personal networks.
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Our Norfolk Retreat
We’re particularly proud of our Norfolk retreat. This is a recent addition, created 3 years ago, and makes our programme stand out from the coach training crowd.
In a beautiful setting, less than 5 minutes from the coast, it allows a rare opportunity to unplug and reset, while delving deep into your own personal development.
The retreat gives a unique opportunity to focus on the ‘being’ as a coach, rather than the ‘doing’.
What you'll learn
The Coaching Mastery course material is grounded in the latest neuroscience and psychological research. All of our facilitators are experienced coaches, each with over a decade of experience. You’ll also receive an unmatched level of supervision in Coaching Mastery, allowing you the space to absorb your learning and reflect on your own coaching practice.
Module 1
Coaching Foundations
1st - 3rd July 2025
Ridgmont, Bedfordshire
The aim of this module is to prepare you to have your first coaching session with confidence. We’ll cover topics such as the foundations for effective coaching, understanding neuroscience of change, practicing core coaching skills, contracting for coaching, barriers to coaching and ethical dilemmas.
Module 2
You as a Coach
12th – 15th September 2025
Retreat in Trunch, Norfolk
This module is about the importance of self-awareness when coaching others. It will help you understand how you may show up in the coaching space – the importance of ‘being’ as a coach rather than just ‘doing’ coaching. You’ll be able to explore your own back story, patterns of behaviour, emotions and the role of identity, purpose and values in coaching.
Module 3
Digging Deeper
3rd- 4th December 2025
Cranfield University
This module helps you to get to the heart of the real issues your coachee is facing, supporting them get to sustainable outcomes. We’ll help you develop deeper listening skills, how to challenge and give feedback, better understand difference and the perspectives of others and help your client navigate conflict and limiting beliefs.
Module 4
Impact on the wider world
4th – 5th March 2026
Cranfield University
In this module we’ll consider the broader, systemic impact of coaching in an organisation and wider system. You’ll learn about coaching through change and transition, building resilience and how to bring coaching contracts to an end. You’ll also start to develop your own philosophy and signature coaching approach.
Group Supervision
22nd January and 2nd April 2026
2 hrs online
Think of supervision as coaching for coaches. We’ll explore the importance of supervision as a coach and engage in meaningful coaching reflections with peers and an experienced faculty coach. These sessions are a chance to reflect on what you've learned, tackle challenges, and work through areas where you feel stuck.
Module 5
Integration of Learning
14th May 2026
Ridgmont, Bedfordshire
Integration is a celebration of how you've woven your learning into your coaching practice and how you can take your journey forward as an accredited coach. You’ll be assessed on your coaching competence, present your coaching philosophy, reflect on your ongoing development and how you’ll advocate for the coaching profession.
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Book your free place on our Q&A webinar to find out more
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Book a 30 minute call with one of our trainers to find out if it's for you.
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Can't make the dates? Join our waiting list.
What makes Coaching Mastery unique?
Coaching Mastery offers a truly distinctive experience, setting you apart in the coaching world. Here’s what makes us different:
With Coaching Mastery, you’ll graduate not only with an accredited diploma but also as an Accredited Foundation Coach, recognised by the Association for Coaching. In an unregulated profession where anyone can claim to be a coach, holding both an accredited diploma and a personal accreditation from one of the world’s top three coaching bodies is essential for your credibility. We are among the first to offer this option through the Association for Coaching.
We’re particularly proud of our Norfolk retreat. This is a recent addition, created 3 years ago, and makes our programme stand out from the coach training crowd. In a beautiful setting, less than 5 minutes from the coast, it allows a rare opportunity to unplug and reset, while delving deep into your own personal development. The retreat gives a unique opportunity to focus on the ‘being’ as a coach, rather than the ‘doing’.
Our fully face-to-face modules allow us to create a highly immersive learning experience across inspiring venues designed to deepen your learning and personal development. We emphasise hands-on practice in a safe, non-judgmental space, enabling you to apply tools and techniques directly. Between modules, you’ll also gain a minimum of 40 hours of real coaching experience with volunteer clients, helping you hone your skills and build confidence.
Our course material draws on the latest neuroscience and psychological research, equipping you with cutting-edge techniques and insights to enhance your coaching practice.
Supervision is vital for all credible coaches and is required by the Association for Coaching as an accredited member. You’ll benefit from supervision throughout your journey with us. We provide two online group supervision sessions where you can reflect on your experiences with peers and an experienced facilitator. Additionally, you’ll receive two one-to-one supervision sessions, offering dedicated time to explore your own progress and tackle any challenges.
Our face-to-face courses foster real connections with like-minded peers, and many alumni form lasting friendships and peer support networks that extend well beyond the course.
Forget scrambling to take notes. All course materials are digital and easily accessible on our user-friendly course portal, exclusively available to your cohort. You’ll have access to the portal for two years after completing the course, allowing you to revisit and refresh your knowledge whenever you need.
Book your free place on our Q&A webinar to find out more
Who are the facilitators?
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it, hear from a few of our previous delegates about how they found the Coaching Mastery Experience:
“A deeper level of self-awareness and development that has had a direct and positive effect on my work and me as a person”
“The Coaching Mastery Programme exceeded all expectations for its quality and breadth of learning. I have graduated with a whole host of advanced coaching skills, a deeper sense of self and the most rewarding self-development experience which has enhanced my coaching expertise and practice.”
“A life changing journey: not only because of the range of coaching tools that we learn and practice, but for the self-reflection Coaching Mastery triggers and for the warm and enabling space that the facilitators create for the participants. An immense thank you!”
“The training offered me space to structure my coaching skills and reflect on what it meant to be coach. We have received a huge amount of knowledge and tools. But it is not only about hard skills; we have had the opportunity to consider who we are and what we bring into coaching. A wonderful journey that leaves a lifelong mark.”
“The fact this course is hugely experiential was important for me, as well as the core models we were taught to add to the tool kit – I valued the opportunity to take my self directed learning in a way that really worked for me.”
Investment
The investment is £5,750 plus VAT
This does not include the cost of your personal accreditation which you will be responsible for individually. This is £160 + VAT, paid directly to the Association for Coaching and is valid for three years.
We can arrange payment plans to spread the cost of the course over the length of the programme – please email us at info@ambitopartners.com us if this would be of use to you.
You get free student membership of the Association for Coaching while you are enrolled on the programme.
Want your employer to pay?
Let us help you.
Coaching skills are vital for modern leadership. We’re confident that Coaching Mastery will boost your leadership and management skills. If you’d like to request that your employer funds your training, we’ve pulled together the below document which may help you build a business case. If we can be of any further help, email us at info@ambitopartners.com.
Frequently asked questions
Coaching isn’t a regulated profession (like a lawyer, doctor or nurse) – so anyone without qualifications can claim to be a coach. Having both an accredited diploma AND being accredited by one the world’s top 3 recognised coaching bodies is hugely important for your credibility as a coach. We are one of the first training providers to offer this option with Association for Coaching.
Module 1 – 1st and 3rd July in Bedfordshire
Module 2 – 12th-15th September in Norfolk
Module 3 – 3rd and 4th December in Bedfordshire
Group Supervision – 22nd January (online)
Module 4 – 4th and 5th March 2026 in Bedfordshire
Group Supervision – 2nd April (online)
Integration – 14th May 2026 in Bedfordshire
Accommodation and travel are not included in the cost of the programme. We do ask that you organise this yourself, although we can recommend local places to stay. The exception is the accommodation for the Norfolk Retreat module (module 2) which is included in the cost.
It’s important you can attend all the modules. If you can’t make the dates this year but would like to be added to the waiting list for the next programme in 2026, please email us at info@ambitopartners.com and we’ll keep you posted.
Yes – we’ll ask you to complete:
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A case study of 1000 words
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A 2 page summary of your learning
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A reflective journal of your learning experience
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Recorded, transcribed coaching session with your self-reflection on your coaching
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No, you will be assessed on your competence at Integration which will involve marking of the assignments, a supervisor review of your observed coaching sessions and a 10-15 minute presentation of your coaching philosophy.
Integration is a celebration of how you've woven your learning into your coaching practice and your journey forward as an accredited coach. It’s about reflecting on your ongoing personal development and how you advocate for the coaching profession as you continue to grow.
The investment is the same for all participants but you can pay in instalments to spread the cost or we can help you with some materials to persuade your employer to fund you.
We recommend that you have experience at a senior management level or that you’re on a fast track to a leadership position. Alternatively, a background in HR or talking therapies would be suitable. One of our course facilitators will talk with you and put you in contact with a graduate of the programme before you make the commitment.
We believe that the best learning experience is face to face for coach training so only the supervision is online, everything else is in-person.
The course is run over 11 months from July 2025 to May 2026. In addition to the modules, you’ll need to dedicate 2-3 hours per week. This is a combination of 40 hours of coaching with time for reflection after each session, 50 hours of CPD, 6 hours of online triad peer coaching (4 x 90 minute sessions) and the assignment work will take approximately 10 hours.
The investment is £5,750 plus VAT
This does not include the cost of your personal accreditation which you will be responsible for individually. This is £160 + VAT, paid directly to the Association for Coaching and is valid for three years.
We can arrange payment plans to spread the cost of the course over the length of the programme – please ask us if this would be of use to you.
A nutritious lunch is provided but accommodation, travel, breakfast and evening meals will need to be funded by delegates. The exception is the Norfolk retreat where accommodation will be provided.
The cost of your personal accreditation is extra - this is £160 + VAT, paid directly to the Association for Coaching and is valid for three years.
A nutritious lunch is provided but accommodation, travel, breakfast and evening meals will need to be funded by delegates. The exception is the Norfolk retreat where accommodation will be provided.
We can arrange payment plans to spread the cost of the course over the length of the programme – please ask us via email at info@ambitopartners.com if this would be of use to you.
No we ask that your source your own coachees from your network.
Supervision is like coaching for coaches. All credible coaches will regularly see a supervisor to keep their skills sharp and check in on their ethical practices. We believe that student coaches should be no exception so you can bring your own challenges to supervision as part of the course and it can help in areas you feel stuck.
We have a maximum of 12 to keep the learning experience intimate but enable peer learning and support.
Book your free place on our Q&A webinar to find out more
"The course remains an exemplary Accredited Diploma in Coach Training (ADCT)...the hours have increased to include, in particular, more observation and reflection. This has had the impact of strengthening the course and ensuring that the learners have the opportunity to engage in deep reflection which enhances their growth and development as coaches. The course continues to be supported by excellent tutors, bringing a diverse range of skills and experiences and the inclusion of a graduate coach is an excellent approach to provide and elicit feedback. There is also an excellent group of new and recently appointed assessors, bringing fresh eyes to the programme and supporting the provider’s desire to continuously look for ways to develop and improve.”
Association for Coaching
Sign up
If you’d like to sign up, please fill in the form below and one of our facilitators will be in touch to book a call with you. There’s no commitment at this stage.
Webinar
Not sure if Coaching Mastery is for you? Want to understand more about the time commitment or how it differs from other coaching courses? Come along to our next Q&A webinar on 5th March at 12.30pm to meet the facilitators, get a taste of the course content and ask any questions you have.
A recording will be sent if you can’t make the live date.
Waiting list
Love the idea of Coaching Mastery but can’t make the dates this time?
Give us your name and email below and we’ll add you to the waiting list.
You’ll be the first to know the details of the 2026 course.
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1st – 3rd July 2025
The aim of this module is to prepare you to have your first coaching session with confidence. We’ll cover the theory and then give you time to practice what you’ve learned. We’ll cover topics such as:
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What is coaching?
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The business case for coaching
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The coaching continuum
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The brain and the neuroscience of change
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Curbing our Advice Monsters
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Core coaching skills – listening and questioning
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OSCAR coaching model
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Association for Coaching competencies
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Life pie
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Identity coaching
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Barriers to coaching
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Ethical Dilemmas
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Coaching Difference
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Negotiating a chemistry session
Contracting and paperwork for first coaching session
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12th-15th September 2025
This module is about deepening your self-awareness and understanding how you may show up in the coaching space – the ‘being’ as a coach rather than ‘doing’. We’ll cover topics such as:
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Emotions in coaching
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Transactional Analysis – key drivers
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Attachment Theory
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Taking a history
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Creativity in coaching
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Identity, purpose and values
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Developing resourcefulness through coaching
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3rd-4th December 2025
This module is about digging deeper and helping your coachee get to the real issues behind their outcomes. We’ll cover the theory and then give you time to practice what you’ve learned. We’ll cover topics such as:
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Deeper Listening
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Time to Think methodology
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What are you listening for?
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Iceberg narrative presentations – process vs content
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Reframing limiting beliefs
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Maps of the world
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Perceptual Positions – stepping into other’s shoes
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Different thinking patterns
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Drama Triangle in coaching
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Feedback and challenge in coaching
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Coaching practice
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22nd January
Supervision is an essential part of any credible coach's journey and as a Coaching Mastery student, you’ll experience it firsthand. Think of it as coaching designed specifically for coaches. Together, we’ll explore the theory behind supervision and engage in meaningful discussions with your peers and an experienced facilitator. These sessions are a chance to reflect on what you've learned, tackle any challenges, and work through areas where you may feel stuck.
Additionally, you’ll receive two one-to-one supervision sessions, offering dedicated time to explore your own progress and tackle any challenges. We’ll arrange one-to-one sessions at a time that suits both you and the supervisor.
4th-5th March 2026
This module develops an awareness of understanding the impact of coaching in an organisation or other wider system. We’ll cover the theory and then give you time to practice what you’ve learned. We’ll cover topics such as:
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Coaching through change
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Resilience coaching
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Coaching in a system
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Using your coaching in the wider world
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Coaching philosophy
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Endings in coaching
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Coaching practice
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2nd April 2026
Supervision is an essential part of any credible coach's journey and as a Coaching Mastery student, you’ll experience it firsthand. Think of it as coaching designed specifically for coaches. Together, we’ll explore the theory behind supervision and engage in meaningful discussions with your peers and an experienced facilitator. These sessions are a chance to reflect on what you've learned, tackle any challenges, and work through areas where you may feel stuck.
Additionally, you’ll receive two one-to-one supervision sessions, offering dedicated time to explore your own progress and tackle any challenges. We’ll arrange one-to-one sessions at a time that suits both you and the supervisor.
14th May 2026
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Coaching Philosophy presentations
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Outdoor coaching
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Presentations and Accreditation
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