In this online course, participants discover and experience the theory, practice and tools underlying Appreciative Coaching, a positive, strengths' based approach to individual change. Appreciative Coaching is rooted in the highly successful organizational change model called Appreciative Inquiry, a philosophy based on the assumption that inquiry into and dialogue about strengths, successes, hopes and dreams are transformational processes. Participants come away with new ways to flourish in their practices and with their clients by affirming a generative approach to change, facilitating a positive view of change, and supporting a spirit of inquiry that brings forth the best in others.

Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is one of the most successful change efforts currently used in business and organizations. Based on AI concepts, authors Ann Clancy and Jacqueline Binkert (Orem, Binkert, Clancy, Appreciative Coaching: A Process for Change) are offering a certificate in Appreciative Coaching through Fielding Graduate University. Appreciative Coaching not only adapts the theory of Appreciative Inquiry to a coaching context, but also offers a positive, unique change process to help clients transform their professional or personal lives.

• What is the goal of the course?
• Why is this course unique?
• What's in it for you?
• Why Fielding?

What is the goal of the course? [back to top]
To learn and apply a positive, life-giving approach to individual change that includes five principles, four stages and numerous tools and practices.

Why is this course unique? [back to top]
This course weaves theory with practical, hands-on knowledge, including tools and concrete steps for incorporating this proven method into any new or existing coaching practice. Based on the research and experience of the course leaders, Appreciative Coaching is filled with illustrative stories that clearly demonstrate how this method works.

What's in it for you? [back to top]
This program offers participants the opportunity to learn theory, experience appreciative exchanges, and experiment with new applications before applying their learning with clients or in the workplace. Participants will engage in practice sessions to more deeply grasp the theory of appreciative change and experience the power of positive inquiry and language.

Completion of this course grants participants certification from Fielding Graduate University in Appreciative Coaching and 3 CEUs. Participants in this course are eligible to apply to receive 31 Continuing Coach Education Units (CCEUs) toward ICF core competencies from the International Coach Federation (ICF) upon completion.

Why Fielding? [back to top]
Fielding is an established leader in networked education. We have been delivering online graduate education for over a decade and are experienced in working with adult learners who bring their own unique ideas and experience to the classroom.