Path to Certification

Professional Coaching Certification

One Program. One Path. One Price.

Next Training

March 5-9, 2026
10am-6pm EST

Mentor Coaching Dates:

Thursdays, 12pm-1:30pm EST

  • March 26, 2026
  • April 2, 2026
  • April 16, 2026
  • April 23, 2026
  • May 7, 2026
ICF certification

This 60 hour ICF Accredited training equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and ethical framework to earn the Professional Coach Certification awarded by the Academy for Coaching. The curriculum is grounded in the core competencies of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and includes theoretical foundations, experiential learning, and practical application. 

What you can look forward to:

Tuition: $6995

Certified Expert Instructors

Learn from ICF-Certified instructors with over 30 years of experience in leadership and coaching.

Class Delivered Via Zoom

Courses are offered face to face in real time via Zoom for flexible learning.

AI Coach Practice Lab

Gain a competitive edge with our AI Coach Practice Lab, offering live immersive client simulations and on-demand mentor feedback for a deeper, faster path to coaching excellence.

Certification Badge

Upon completion, you will receive a certification badge giving you a powerful way to highlight your coaching skills across your social and professional networks.

Program Features

  • 60-Hour Training: Facilitated by our expert ICF-Certified instructors.
  • Live Coaching Practice: Regular practice sessions with feedback from certified coaches.
  • AI Coach Practice Lab: Train using our AI-driven Coach Practice Lab, featuring realistic client scenarios, reflective skill development, and ICF-based performance insights to support professional-level growth.
  • Assessment: Quizzes, reflective essays, and live coaching evaluations.
  • Peer Collaboration: Group discussions and peer coaching to build a learning community.
  • Capstone Project: Develop a personalized coaching plan, including ethical guidelines, contracts, and client engagement strategies.
  • Certified Professional Coach: Participants who successfully complete the training will be awarded certification by Academy for Coaching with the option to apply for ICF’s Level 1/ACC certification once they complete mentor coaching.

Program Outcomes

  • Professional Coach Certification awarded by Academy for Coaching.
  • Comprehensive understanding of ICF Core Competencies.
  • Extensive knowledge of coaching ethics, mindset, and practices.
  • Enhanced interpersonal skills for building strong coaching relationships.
  • Practical experience through supervised coaching and feedback.
  • Empowerment to launch a professional coaching practice.
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Who is This Training for?

  • Professional Coaches looking to refine their practice with an action-driven, high-impact methodology.
  • Leaders & Executives seeking to inspire teams, foster engagement, and drive organizational success.
  • HR & Organizational Development Professionals who want to implement transformative leadership programs.
  • Entrepreneurs & Changemakers aiming to lead with purpose, influence others, and create meaningful change.

Pathway to Certification

One Program. One Path. One Price.

Academy for Coaching CPC Badge

5 Day Intensive Training

  • Complete the 5 Day Intensive Training.
  • Complete Capstone Project and Assessment.
  • Earn Certification and CPC Badge Awarded by Academy for Coaching.
ICF certification

Mentor Coaching

  • Complete 10 hours of Mentor Coaching (7 Group Hours + 3 Individual Hours).
  • 2 Coaching Sessions Reviewed.
  • Complete Coaching Assessment.
  • Qualify to Apply for ICF ACC/Level 1 Certification.

ICF Certification

  • Complete 100 Coaching Hours.
  • Complete ICF Application.
  • Pass ICF Coach Certification Exam.
  • Earn ICF Certification.
ICF Coach Certification Training Map

FAQs

Our coaching certification program is a training designed to equip aspiring and experienced coaches with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to coach effectively and ethically. The program follows The Ignite Method, integrating engaged leadership, positive psychology, and collaborative coaching.

This program is ideal for:

  • Aspiring coaches seeking professional certification.
  • Leaders, executives, and HR professionals who want to integrate coaching skills into their leadership.
  • Entrepreneurs and consultants looking to enhance their ability to guide and support clients.
  • Therapists, educators, and facilitators interested in expanding their professional toolkit.

No prior coaching experience is required. Our program is designed to support beginners while also providing advanced techniques for those with prior leadership or coaching experience.

The program length varies depending on the participant’s pace:

  • Training: Completed during the 5 Day Intensive.
  • Assignments: Generally completed and submitted within one week of end of training.
  • Exam: Generally completed and submitted within one week of end of training. 

We offer live virtual sessions, self-paced modules, and interactive practice groups, ensuring a comprehensive and immersive learning experience. Participants engage in real-world coaching practice, mentor feedback, and collaborative discussions.

Yes! Our program includes practice coaching sessions where you’ll work with peers and receive feedback to refine your skills and gain real-world experience.

You’ll have access to:

  • Live coaching sessions & interactive workshops.
  • Personalized feedback.
  • A community of like-minded coaches for networking and support.
  • Comprehensive learning materials & resources.

Yes! Academy for Coaching is ICF-accredited, and our curriculum meets the highest global coaching standards. Graduates can apply for ICF certification following completion of the program. This includes the 5 day intensive training + enrolling in and completing mentor coaching.

Earning an ICF-accredited certification enhances your credibility, marketability, and effectiveness as a coach. Graduates use their certification to:

  • Launch or expand a coaching business.
  • Advance leadership roles in organizations.
  • Offer professional coaching services in various industries.

Absolutely! The skills you gain—active listening, powerful questioning, goal setting, and transformational leadership—are invaluable in fields such as corporate leadership, HR, education, consulting, and mental health.

You can enroll in the program by selecting the register now button.

Currently the tuition rate for the Professional Coaching Certification program is $6995. Many participants utilize professional development funds to cover tuition costs. Academy for Coaching offers a limited number of partial tuition scholarships to support access while maintaining the integrity and sustainability of our programs. To complete the application, please click here.

Many participants utilize professional development funds to cover tuition costs. Currently there are not payment plans available. However, Academy for Coaching does offer an early bird rate.

We have a clear refund and cancellation policy. Note that no refunds will be offered once the program begins. Please refer to our terms for details.