Leeward Community College will host a series of free coaching workshops on Wednesday, June 10 in GT-105 (Kaʻala Room). Workshops include an introduction to coaching (informative session) and coaching for calm, and effective communication using basic coaching techniques. This workshop will be facilitated by team members of the Hoʻa Coaching Program (UHCC student success coaches).
The workshops will provide new skills for those who work in education, workforce development and service-oriented organizations. Participants will gain a better understanding of the mindsets of students/clients and learn to improve communications using that knowledge.
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Community College and Career Training grant and Leeward CC, these workshops are free of charge.
Workshop details
Participants can choose to sign up for all sessions or for specific sessions.
- Introduction to Student Coaching information session, 9–9:30 a.m.
This workshop will provide an overview of how UHCC Hoʻa Coaching team came to be, what academic coaching is, the elements and structure of coaching and the topics used as focal points of communication between students and the coach. Participants will gain an idea on how to incorporate coaching in different student services settings. - Effective Communication Using Basic Coaching Techniques, 9:40–11:30 a.m.
This workshop will provide an overview to basic coaching and share methods to improve communication in the classrooms or working with students/peers one-on-one. Participants will gain a better understanding of effective communication using techniques such as active listening and open-ended questions. Participants will gain skills through role play and interactive activities. - Coaching for Calm workshop, 1–2:30 p.m.
Using Mindset Coaching techniques this workshop offers an understanding and hands on experience of “stress” and how the brain, body and mind are affected. Participants learn how feeling optimistic, hopeful and confident about their ability to surmount challenges in their lives increases overall health, vitality and ability to learn. Participants discover the relaxation response and other techniques to use.
To sign up, please contact Sabrina Sullivan via email or at (808) 455-0318.
