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At Sonder Training Group, we specialise in experiential learning that builds capability where it matters most — in practice. Our trainers are award-winning practitioners with our lead trainer the co-author of the sector-leading handbook Creative Career Coaching (2018:2026).

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"Where strategy meets empathy."
verified OCR Accredited Qualification
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Creative Career Coaching by Liane Hambly and Ciara Bomford
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Career Coaching
The Definitive Handbook

Creative Career Coaching:
Theory into Practice

★★★★★ 4.8 · 119 reviews · #1 Amazon Bestseller

Our lead trainer Liane Hambly is the co-author of Creative Career Coaching: Theory into Practice (Routledge 2018:2026) — currently the #1 bestselling book on Amazon for career coaching. The expertise that wrote the book — now in your training room.

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Our Edge

Why Choose Sonder?

Our ethos is simple: we train practitioners who are confident and grounded in their guidance practice, and everything about the programme flows from that. All our assessors are current practitioners — active in freelance or salaried career roles. The practice you're learning is live, not remembered.

  • explore Experiential Learning: Dedicated workshops on career guidance skills (3x3 hours online plus an optional full day in-person masterclass), and 3x3 online workshops focusing on the practical application of career theory — putting theory into practice is what produces credible practitioners. This is in addition to other online, in-person modules that create a real learning community.
  • auto_stories The Book: Our lead trainer is the co-author of the bestseller Creative Career Coaching — when you train with us, you learn from the person who literally wrote the book.
  • check_circle Beyond the Minimum: We go beyond OCR's requirements — candidates must achieve two competent career guidance observations, with detailed developmental feedback between each.
  • groups Small Cohorts: Capped at fifteen candidates per cohort for maximum contact time, individual support, and the kind of discussion that makes learning stick.
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Two Pathways

Find the right programme for you

Whether you're pursuing a full qualification or focused CPD, we have a pathway designed for you.

CPD & Short Courses

CPD Career Coaching Mini Award

From £995

For practitioners who want to deepen their skills. Accredited OCR Unit pathway (Units 3, 4 and 5) and unaccredited routes available.

  • Understand career guidance theories and models
  • Explore the career guidance needs of clients
  • Learn how to apply career information in guidance meetings
  • Suitable for professionals with genuine career guidance clients
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Our Trainers

Meet the Team

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Liane Hambly

Liane Hambly

MA · ILM7 · PGCHE · DCG · BA · Lead Trainer

Co-author of Creative Career Coaching (Routledge 2018:2026) — the #1 Amazon bestseller. 35+ years as a coach, trainer, and university lecturer.

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Louise Goodman

Louise Goodman

DipCG · RCDP · Assessor & Trainer

29+ years in career guidance with deep expertise in workforce development across Level 3, 4, and 6.

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Becky Marshall

Becky Marshall

QCG · ICF ACC · Assessor & IQA

Qualified careers adviser and ICF accredited coach with experience across secondary, college, and higher education.

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Reasons to Join Us

Straight from us — why our candidates choose Sonder Training Group.

1. Highly Experienced Trainers & Assessors
2. Blended Delivery for Flexibility & Community
3. We Are Forward Facing
4. Neurodiversity & Inclusion as Key Themes
5. We Go the Extra Mile
6. Exclusive Free Access to Innovative Resources
7. A Variety of Assessment Methods
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What Our Graduates Say

The kind of training people recommend for life

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"Thank you so much for everything you have all done for me. Am forever grateful that I crossed paths with Sonder."
Samantha Dawes
Level 6 Graduate
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"I really enjoyed the programme on a personal and professional level. From my first conversation with Sonder, I was reassured that I would be learning from the very best. Liane's experience and enthusiasm ensures that the content delivered is inspiring, empowering and hugely enjoyable."
Kim Atkinson
Level 6 Graduate
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"Becky is incredible in her thoroughness with her feedback as well as just being very available for questions — as was Liane. I felt like everyone went out of their way to adjust the system around my needs."
Lanna Breetzke
Level 6 Graduate
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Limited Spaces Per Cohort

Interested in joining us?

Our next cohort is this September 2026, and we have a small number of places left. Drop us a line today if you are interested in learning more.