COURSE PQ

Powerful Questioning

“If I had one hour to solve a problem and my life depended on the solution, I would spend the first 55 minutes determining the proper question to ask, for once I know the proper question, I could solve the problem in less than five minutes.” – Albert Einstein

This class is designed to delve deeply into the art of Powerful Questioning and build on the student’s existing knowledge and experience. The topics covered will include:

• Definition and components of Powerful Questioning
• Uses and benefits of Powerful Questioning
• Establishing the coachin agreement
• Different methodologies for questioning – including
  • Traditional
  • Strength-based
  • Appreciative Inquiry
  • Solution Focused
  • Clean language
  • a Neuroscience Coaching Tool

The course includes instructor presentations, coaching demonstrations, in-class exercises, homework assignments, class discussions, as well as two coaching practicums. 

Course Requirements

1. Participation in Class Discussion and exercises: Contribute actively to the class discussion – speak up at least once during each class and volunteer to be coach or client when opportunities arise
2. Homework: weekly assignments including practice and documentation of the use of Powerful Questions
3. Compilation of Powerful Questions for personal use

Frequency:  This course is offered twice a year.

Course Prerequisites

Some coach training

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