Codevelopment

What is codevelopment?

Codevelopment (professional codevelopment) is a structured peer-learning method in which a small group of people help one another improve their practice by working through real challenges together. In each session one member presents a real situation as the “client”, and the others act as “consultants”, asking questions and offering perspectives, following a defined set of steps. The approach was formalised by Adrien Payette and Claude Champagne.

It combines peer support with a clear process, sitting alongside group coaching and peer coaching as a way to develop people together.

Why codevelopment matters

Codevelopment turns a group’s collective experience into a structured development resource. Participants get practical help with real problems, learn from each other’s situations, and build reflective and questioning skills, all at a low cost per person. It also strengthens trust and networks across a group, which makes it valuable for cohorts of managers or peers.

How a codevelopment session works

A facilitated session typically follows defined steps: the client presents a real situation; consultants ask questions to understand it; the client clarifies what help they want; consultants share reactions, ideas, and suggestions; the client draws conclusions and an action plan; and the group reflects on what everyone learned.

Codevelopment vs group coaching

Both develop people in a group, but codevelopment follows a specific, structured method built around one member’s real problem per session, with peers acting as consultants. Group coaching is broader and coach-led, focused on each participant’s own goals. Codevelopment is more peer-driven and process-defined.

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FAQs

Where does codevelopment come from?

The professional codevelopment method was formalised by Adrien Payette and Claude Champagne, and is widely used in French-speaking and international management development.

How big is a codevelopment group?

Usually small, often around six to eight people, so everyone can take part and the group can meet repeatedly over time.

How is codevelopment different from group coaching?

Codevelopment follows a defined method centred on one member’s real problem per session, with peers as consultants. Group coaching is broader and coach-led around each person’s goals.