Organisations of various sizes are increasingly asking for coaching support for various teams. It is important, therefore, for coaches to understand the challenges and complexities of working with the full range of teams that now exist within the many systems they may encounter. 

This advanced programme allows coaches to evolve, work with greater impact across the whole system, and explore complex dynamics in different types of teams. 

Who is this programme for? 

The Certificate in Team Coaching is designed for experienced (preferably certified) coaches and consultants who wish to develop their practice in coaching teams. A certification from the TIHR is not a prerequisite, and we are open to accepting diverse accreditation.

The value of taking the Advanced Professional Development Programme: Certificate in Team Coaching

This 3-day programme is an opportunity to deepen the learning about teams and acquire an identity as a team coach.

During the programme, we will work towards making sense of the lived experience both within the team, and outside it. We will consider the role of the Team in its wider systemic context, which will allow us to explore what is unknown and what is unspoken in relation to team behaviour.

Using the Tavistock approach rooted in experiential learning and considering the concept of the group-as-a-whole, this programme provides opportunities to explore strategies for working with teams, and raising awareness to Self and others.

Of essential importance in the Tavistock development programmes is using the Self as instrument for learning and hence we will be deep diving into the Self as part of this programme’s experiential learning. This deep dive into the Self offers further insight into the mirroring/shifting paradigms and parallel processes that occur.

You said we’re a team. One person struggles, we all struggle. One person triumphs, we all triumph.

Jason Lyle, Coach Carter

Outline of the programme

Day #1: What team coaching is (and isn’t)

· Contracting for the work

· Core skills

· Roles

· Valencies.

Day #2: Understanding team dynamics and hidden patterns

· Defining the work - groups vs teams

· Dealing with avoidance

· Roles

· Special relationships and guru status.

Day #3: Navigating endings, departures and legacy

· Myth busting

· Timelines and tenure

· Tools and techniques

· Rejection and eviction.

Format and Venue

This is an in-person programme in London. 

The Institute office and studio is in London. Situated between Farringdon, Barbican and Old Street, this is a welcoming, bright and flexible space, 

Please note, the programme is non-residential and participants are responsible for their accommodation / meals during each day. Refreshments will be provided; you can bring your own lunch or alternatively there is a local walking-distance market and many nearby shops/ supermarkets. 

Accreditation Process

In order to qualify for the Tavistock Institute Certificate in Team Coaching, participants will be expected to have attended all three days and to present a portfolio which we will specify in advance of the programme. You’ll be joining our international network of coaches accredited by the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations.

After the programme

Successful participants from the programme will be eligible to join the Tavistock Community of international alumni and TIHR practitioners, a peer-based network providing continuing support and professional development opportunities. The Tavistock Community is a place for alumni to connect with others, to further the learning, exchange ideas, to develop practice and work together, all underpinned by Tavistock methodologies.

Next steps

Please make your application via the large Apply button above. If you wish to make an enquiry, please contact Hafija Bibi, Professional Development Administrator at: H.Bibi@tavinstitute.org