496 Users Enrolled

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)Diploma Course

What is solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)? It is a forward-looking, conversational approach that emphasises client strengths and solutions rather than analysing problems. This course offers a journey into the world of solution-oriented methods and offers practical tools to support positive change through goal-orientated conversations. Learn how to apply techniques such as the Miracle Question, scaling questions, and solution-focused goal setting within a non-clinical coaching, educational or personal development context.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Diploma Course Thumbnail

Course overview:

Certified

Study Group Access

Accredited

Printed and PDF version of course available

10 Modules

Earn reward points

What Will You Learn?

You’ll begin by exploring the core principles of SFBT, including its origins, key figures, and strengths-based approach. From there, you’ll develop communication skills that foster solution-building conversations and future-focused thinking. Learn how to set SMART goals, uncover strengths, and apply powerful techniques like the Miracle Question, exception-finding, and scaling to measure progress, within the scope of coaching, education, or other supportive roles. You'll also examine how these principles are used across various settings, including schools, workplaces, and wellness or care-based environments.

By the end of the course, you’ll have gained a strong understanding of how to apply SFBT techniques in non-clinical contexts and confidently support others in exploring their own solutions, building on their strengths, and setting meaningful goals.

By studying this course, you will:

  • Understand core SFBT techniques like the Miracle Question, exception-finding, and scaling.
  • Develop communication skills to support solution-focused, future-orientated conversations.
  • Learn how to set SMART goals that help individuals identify strengths and create actionable steps.
  • Explore how SFBT principles are applied in coaching, education, and wellbeing-related environments.
  • Gain confidence in using SFBT approaches.

Accredited CPD courses trusted by
millions worldwide

FAQs

||
Woman smiling while learning on a laptop
Grow with CoE

Introducing our NEW

Grow Access All Membership

All courses. All audio. One membership.

Get instant access to our full library of courses and audio courses, plus entry to our Member Hub, exclusive benefits and member-only discounts.

Sign up today for our lock-in limited price of just £16.00 per month (billed annually)

Subscribe and Save

Discover more hand-picked courses tailored to your learning journey

Stories from theCommunity

The determination and enthusiasm of our students never ceases to impress us and there is nothing better than seeing our graduates go on to succeed in further education, work, business or just life in general!

Connect with us and join our 2.3 million followers on facebook

Success Stories

Inspiration straight to your inbox

Sign up to receive additional learning content, complimentary resources and updates on our latest courses.

Centre of Excellence

Get more from CoE and share with your friends on your favourite social media platforms