Since it's inception in 2001, ICA has delivered training virtually (e-learning). As a new student of ICA, you will have immediate access to our secure online learnsite with curated resources, module downloads, class schedules and forum discussions. It's up to you when you start and how many classes you take each week. Due to a recent increase in demand, we've scheduled additional classes including morning, afternoon, evening, weekday and weekend classes (across 4 time zones). We have also adjusted our fees in response to the fluctuating currency conversions (we have students in over 92 countries). All programs listed below are beginning to end solutions, and are all inclusive - meaning no hidden costs, no unexpected certification hurdles, and full access to our coaching community. Identify which program best suits your coaching goals with our Program Needs Analysis.
ADVANCED COACH PROGRAM (150 hrs)
Designation: Advanced Certified Professional Coach (CPC)
Credential Pathway: ACC or PCC via the direct ACTP track
Curriculum: Coaching Theory, Coaching Labs, FlipIt Labs, Mentor Coaching, Observed Coaching, FlipIt Group Coaching, Signature program, FlipIt License
CERTIFIED COACH PROGRAM (125 hrs)
Designation: Certified Professional Coach
Credential Pathway: ACC or PCC via the direct ACTP track
Curriculum: Coaching Theory, Coaching Labs, FlipIt Labs, Mentor Coaching, Observed Coaching, Performance Evaluation
VOCATIONAL COACH PROGRAM (76 hrs)
Designation: Certified Vocational Coach
Credential Pathway: ACC via the ACSTH track
Curriculum: Coaching Theory, Coaching Labs, Mentor Coaching, Observed Coaching
WORKPLACE COACH PROGRAM (30 hrs)
Designation: n/a
Credential Pathway: ACC via the Portfolio pathway with further study.
Curriculum: Coaching Theory, Coaching Labs
LIFE DESIGN (18 hrs)
Designation: n/a
Credential Pathway: ACC via the Portfolio pathway with further study.
Curriculum: Coaching Theory
Program Needs Analysis
Not sure which program? Complete this short needs analysis and we'll send you the programs we feel might be the best fit for your budget, timeframe for completion and coaching goals. Our programs range from short courses (18 hours) to full beginning to end solutions (150 hours).
Program Features
All learning is delivered via a blend of LIVE teleclasses, forum discussion and self reflection with many opportunities to coach, and be coached. It's up to you how many or few classes you take each week. The schedules have been timed to allow for self paced study, where the study schedule fits with your lifestyle and not the other way around. The learning process is as follows:
1. Download and read the coach training course module
2. Dial into a teleclass (facilitated by an ICA Trainer)
3. Post reflections on the forum
Flexibility
We run over 35 teleclasses a week across 4 timezones to cater for our diverse student body. This is one of the reasons our programs are so popular with Expats and people who move often. The global schedule is also great if you want to combine study with work.
Certification Choices
Our programs are accredited with the International Coach Federation (ICF). so not only do you receive a certificate from us, you are also able to apply for credential with the ICF via the ACTP path (MCC, PC, ACC)
Unique Content
All students at ICA create a body of work including a Coaching Model , a Coaching Power Tool and a Research Paper. All these are unique to you and are published on the ICA blog. They also provide you with strong marketing materials to help build your business or practice.
Multiple Niches
The coaching profession is well developed across many industries and professions around the globe and the need to specialize is increasing. The opportunity for niching is limitless, and we’ve categorised them into 4 key streams.
International Forum
ICA is host to a private student forum with coaches from over 90 countries around the world. Deepen your learning & network with coaches from all many different industries. Many of our graduates actually form business partnerships with colleagues they connected with in our forum.
Get Your Own Coach
We believe that to be a coach, its important to experience being coached. When you enrol in a program at ICA you get automatic entry to our Peer Coaching Forum. And it is a requirement of the program that you coach for a certain number of hours and be coached. This is just one of the many benefits of coach training with ICA.
Promotional Opportunities
We take every chance we get to promote our coaches. Not only do we publish all graduates Power Tools and Coaching Models on our blog, but we also publish a Graduate Yearbook profiling our coaches, their niches and their work.
Mentoring & Supervision
Mentor Coaching and Coach Supervision are increasingly popular for advanced coaches. To really develop your skills to a high level you need to be mentored by experienced qualified coaches, and in order to grow your practice you need a sounding board for client issues and challenges.
Flexible Payment Options
We want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to study to change people’s lives so we have a number of flexible payment options to make it affordable for most.
KIMBERLY DENISE DENNIS
Business Coach, UNITED STATES
Now that I have graduated I plan to:
"Help people who are growing a side business while holding down a full-time job to clarify their vision and maintain their focus."
LISA EKLUND
Equestrian Performance Coach, UNITED STATES
Now that I have graduated I plan to:
"The final observed experience was the highlight of everything. It was a fabulous group that supported one another and I am sure we will all stay connected in our journeys. "
DAVID MOSEMAN
Life and Health Coach, UNITED STATES
Now that I have graduated I plan to:
"The moment I realized that I coach others naturally. Over the years I often advised others and gave prescriptions, I would also ask question that made them look anew at things."
HEATHER SKOMP
Life Coach, UNITED STATES
Now that I have graduated I plan to:
""When I got to meet in person two of my ICA student and friends - one from Germany, and one from Vancouver, We met up in Washingston state for a weekend and had the best time ever! The friends I have met in ICA are worth their weight in gold." "