Coaching at The Front Line
Coaching at the Front Line (CFL): Essential Coaching Skills for Leaders
A CPD-accredited leadership course for managers, supervisors, and professionals working at the front line of leadership.
- Format: Online (in-person options available for groups)
- Duration: 2-day course + ½ day follow-up
- Start dates: 2rd & 3rd April| 24th & 25th July | 8th & 9th September | 3rd & 4th December
- Cost: £375 + VAT per delegate
Virtual Training
Delivered online or in person for group bookings
Two Day Course
Bespoke learning options available
Experienced Coach
Professional and experienced tutor to coach you through your course
Payment Plans
Only £375 per delegate *discounts available for group bookings of 6 of more
Lead with Impact: Master Coaching Skills at the Front Line
Our Coaching at the Front Line (CFL) course equips leaders, managers, and supervisors with essential coaching skills – without the commitment of a formal coaching qualification.
This CPD-accredited programme combines practical coaching essentials with leadership expertise, empowering you to engage teams more effectively, build trust, and drive performance.
Whether you’re a manager aiming to strengthen team performance or a leader eager to create more meaningful connections, CFL will elevate your impact where it matters most.
Coaching at the Front Line course content
Develop the essential coaching skills needed to lead with confidence and impact. Coaching at the Front Line is a hands-on course designed for managers and professionals looking to integrate coaching into their leadership approach. Across two interactive days and a follow-up session, you’ll explore core coaching principles, develop practical techniques, and learn how to foster trust, engagement, and resilience within your team. Whether you’re new to coaching or looking to refine your skills, this course provides the tools to drive meaningful conversations and lasting results.
Day 1: Foundations of Coaching at the Front Line
- What coaching really is, and isn’t.
- Core coaching principles for leaders.
- Building trust and psychological safety.
- Practical coaching conversations and techniques.
Day 2: Coaching for Engagement and Impact
- Building on your practical coaching conversations and techniques.
- Managing difficult conversations and challenges.
- Embedding coaching into leadership practices.
Follow-Up Session (½ Day)
- Reflecting on coaching practice.
- Sharing insights and progress.
- Action planning for sustained coaching success.
Is the Coaching at the Front Line course right for you?
This programme is designed for leaders, managers, and professionals who want to enhance their coaching skills and support team development without committing to a full coaching qualification. Whether you’re a supervisor looking to improve team performance or an organisation aiming to embed a coaching culture, this course provides practical techniques to drive engagement, resilience, and long-term success.
Our Coaching at the Front Line programme is delivered live online, making it a flexible and accessible option no matter who you are, where you’re based or your responsibilities in life.
Please note that this course can be delivered in person for your organisation rather than online. Minimum numbers, a suitable training space and travel costs apply.
- Leaders and managers seeking practical coaching skills.
- Supervisors responsible for supporting team performance.
- Professionals aiming to deepen their understanding of workplace coaching without pursuing a full qualification.
- Organisations wanting to foster a coaching culture for long-term success.
Don't just take our word for it...
The CFL course gave me the confidence to coach my team through complex challenges. The skills I gained have made a tangible impact on team engagement and performance.
Daniel M, Team Leader, Healthcare Sector
A highly practical and insightful course that transformed how I support and develop my team.
Juliette Pearce, Senior Manager, Digital Media
Why choose Thinking Through Academy?
Learn from seasoned leadership experts who blend academic knowledge with practical coaching experience, ensuring you gain actionable skills you can apply right away.
CPD-Accredited for Career Progression:
Boost your leadership credentials with a CPD-accredited qualification, enhancing your career opportunities and credibility as a coaching leader.
Flexible & Accessible Learning:
With online delivery and flexible payment options, this course is designed to fit seamlessly around your work and personal commitments.
Dave Palfreyman
Head of Coaching and Applied Neuroscience
Dave is an experienced executive coach and coaching supervisor with a specialist interest in neuroscience. He helps individuals and teams enhance decision-making, manage imposter syndrome, and create psychologically safe workplaces.
With over 30 years in leadership and organisational development, including roles in the NHS, Social Services, and the private sector, Dave supports leaders through coaching and supervision. As an EMCC-registered coach, he ensures ethical, high-quality coaching, helping organisations maximise their leadership potential and performance.
