Coaching and Mentoring in Education

Entry requirements are a Level 8 degree, minimum of Second Class Honours, Grade 2 or equivalent. SETU Carlow operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPL) scheme whereby applicants may be considered, based on relevant work and other experience, for exemptions from course modules and advanced entry.

As critical reflection on teaching and learning practices is an integral part of this programme, applicants should be currently involved in (or envisage being involved in) an active teaching role.

All applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. SETU Carlow reserves the right to require applicants to attend for an interview to determine their suitability for the programme.

What will I be able to do when I finish this programme?

On completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of coaching and mentoring processes and theories and how they might apply and be deployed in an educational setting.
• Demonstrate a critical awareness of coaching and mentoring processes to support learning and performance development.
• Assess the influence of a coaching mindset in fostering a high-performing organisational culture.
• Select, implement and evaluate coaching and mentoring styles to support learner assessment feedback processes.
• Identify and articulate key ethical considerations in coaching and mentoring practices.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the need for a high degree of professionalism when acting in the role of coach or mentor.