ICHWC EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Prior to coaching session:
The coach reviews materials, eliminates distractions, and takes time to become mindful
and present. The coach's state helps the client become calm and receptive, which
fosters self-awareness and self-discovery.
First coaching session:
The coach's aims for the initial session, or intake session, are to describe the coaching
process, review information and assessments provided by the client, and determine if
the client is an appropriate candidate for coaching. The coach clarifies roles and
expectations; e.g., the coach will not diagnose or prescribe, nor give unsolicited advice;
the client will self-determine his/her vision, goals, and action steps; and the client will be
actively engaged in trying new behaviors as planned with the coach. Logistics and
responsibilities (client vs. coach) are confirmed in a written Coaching Agreement.
Early (typically in the first, second or other early session)
In the initial stages of coaching, time is spent exploring the client's values, vision,
purpose, and priorities. The coach refers to these in subsequent sessions to elicit
motivation. During early sessions, the coach also spends adequate time exploring the
client's understanding of his/her health and wellness, so goals are not set prematurely.
Note that when choosing a focus, the coach is not the "expert" deciding what is most
,appropriate; instead, the client is empowered to select an area that feels important,
motivating, or timely.
Routine Follow-Up Sessions
A coaching program starts with an initial phase, followed by routine (follow-up) coaching
sessions for a pre-determined period of weeks or months. At the opening of each
session, the coach asks about the client's current state (e.g., energy, mood); throughout
the session, the coach refers to shifts in the client's state. The coach facilitates review of
previous action steps, uses other processes as appropriate (Section 2: Coaching
Process), and supports the client in defining new action steps. The coach reflects the
client's understanding, perspectives, and learning. At the end of each session, the client
articulates new personal discoveries.
Coaching Program Termination
In the final coaching session, the coach's focus is on recognition of progress, learning,
and closure. The client articulates successes and looks back at what s/he has learned.
The coach helps the client to establish a plan for how s/he will maintain or continue
progressing toward goals, with an emphasis on support and resources.
PERMA
Positive emotion
Engagement
Relationships
Meaning
Achievement
Fredrickson's top 10 positive emotions
,Inspiration
Hope
Pride
Interest
Love
Awe
Amusement
Joy
Gratitude
Serenity
5 principles of appreciative inquiry
1. Poetic principle
2. Anticipatory principle
3. Simultaneity principle
4. Constructionist principle
5. Positive principle
Poetic principle
Positive anticipation of the future stems from positive attention in the present. (Step 1 of
AI) Using stories, narratives, metaphors and images to make dreams come alive.
Anticipatory principle
Positive questions and reflections stem from positive anticipation of the future. (Step 2
of AI)
Simultaneity principle
, Positive conversations and interactions stem from positive questions and reflections.
(Step 3 of AI) Asking appreciative questions is not a prelude to the work of coaching, it
is the work of coaching.
Constructionist principle
Positive energy and emotion stem from positive conversations and interactions. (Step 4
of AI) "words create worlds"
Positive principle
Positive actions and outcomes stem from positive energy and emotion. (Step 5 of AI)
5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry
1. Define
2. Discover
3. Dream
4. Design
5. Destiny
Define (5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry)
Step 1. "What is the focus?" (Affirmative topic choice). Clarifying. Securing an
agreement between coach and client as to what the client wants to learn and how the
client wants to learn it.
Discover (5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry)
Step 2. "What gives life?" (The best of what is). Appreciating. Assist clients in
discovering promising examples of their desired outcomes, both past and present. Use
the AI protocol. Elevates self confidence and lays the foundation for all that follows.
Dream (5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry)
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Prior to coaching session:
The coach reviews materials, eliminates distractions, and takes time to become mindful
and present. The coach's state helps the client become calm and receptive, which
fosters self-awareness and self-discovery.
First coaching session:
The coach's aims for the initial session, or intake session, are to describe the coaching
process, review information and assessments provided by the client, and determine if
the client is an appropriate candidate for coaching. The coach clarifies roles and
expectations; e.g., the coach will not diagnose or prescribe, nor give unsolicited advice;
the client will self-determine his/her vision, goals, and action steps; and the client will be
actively engaged in trying new behaviors as planned with the coach. Logistics and
responsibilities (client vs. coach) are confirmed in a written Coaching Agreement.
Early (typically in the first, second or other early session)
In the initial stages of coaching, time is spent exploring the client's values, vision,
purpose, and priorities. The coach refers to these in subsequent sessions to elicit
motivation. During early sessions, the coach also spends adequate time exploring the
client's understanding of his/her health and wellness, so goals are not set prematurely.
Note that when choosing a focus, the coach is not the "expert" deciding what is most
,appropriate; instead, the client is empowered to select an area that feels important,
motivating, or timely.
Routine Follow-Up Sessions
A coaching program starts with an initial phase, followed by routine (follow-up) coaching
sessions for a pre-determined period of weeks or months. At the opening of each
session, the coach asks about the client's current state (e.g., energy, mood); throughout
the session, the coach refers to shifts in the client's state. The coach facilitates review of
previous action steps, uses other processes as appropriate (Section 2: Coaching
Process), and supports the client in defining new action steps. The coach reflects the
client's understanding, perspectives, and learning. At the end of each session, the client
articulates new personal discoveries.
Coaching Program Termination
In the final coaching session, the coach's focus is on recognition of progress, learning,
and closure. The client articulates successes and looks back at what s/he has learned.
The coach helps the client to establish a plan for how s/he will maintain or continue
progressing toward goals, with an emphasis on support and resources.
PERMA
Positive emotion
Engagement
Relationships
Meaning
Achievement
Fredrickson's top 10 positive emotions
,Inspiration
Hope
Pride
Interest
Love
Awe
Amusement
Joy
Gratitude
Serenity
5 principles of appreciative inquiry
1. Poetic principle
2. Anticipatory principle
3. Simultaneity principle
4. Constructionist principle
5. Positive principle
Poetic principle
Positive anticipation of the future stems from positive attention in the present. (Step 1 of
AI) Using stories, narratives, metaphors and images to make dreams come alive.
Anticipatory principle
Positive questions and reflections stem from positive anticipation of the future. (Step 2
of AI)
Simultaneity principle
, Positive conversations and interactions stem from positive questions and reflections.
(Step 3 of AI) Asking appreciative questions is not a prelude to the work of coaching, it
is the work of coaching.
Constructionist principle
Positive energy and emotion stem from positive conversations and interactions. (Step 4
of AI) "words create worlds"
Positive principle
Positive actions and outcomes stem from positive energy and emotion. (Step 5 of AI)
5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry
1. Define
2. Discover
3. Dream
4. Design
5. Destiny
Define (5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry)
Step 1. "What is the focus?" (Affirmative topic choice). Clarifying. Securing an
agreement between coach and client as to what the client wants to learn and how the
client wants to learn it.
Discover (5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry)
Step 2. "What gives life?" (The best of what is). Appreciating. Assist clients in
discovering promising examples of their desired outcomes, both past and present. Use
the AI protocol. Elevates self confidence and lays the foundation for all that follows.
Dream (5-D Cycle of Appreciative Inquiry)
