Program at a Glance
- 5 month program starting July 26
- Online with 3 optional in person sessions
- $9,500
- Eligible for VA Benefits
- Included on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL), as approved by Yolo County
Student Recommended
98.6% of coaching students would recommend this program to a colleague*
*Based on UC Davis CPE Class Climate Survey
Our transformative Professional Coaching for Life and Work Certificate Program prepares you to become certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF)--the only globally-recognized credential program for coaches. Whether self-employed or internal to public or private organizations, professional coaches possess the skills to make a visible, meaningful impact on the lives of others. Our program confers the credential of an academic certificate and features:
- MCC- and PCC-Credentialed Coaches as Instructors--Engaged working professionals will teach you to develop and maintain coaching relationships
- Exceptional Networking Opportunities--Interaction with faculty and a cohort of professional peers broadens and enriches the learning experience and career prospects
- Real-World, Hands-On Learning--Class work, case studies and an assignment as a student coach offer relevant, dynamic and relational learning opportunities
- ICF Accredited--Level 2 accreditation is designated to qualify for ACC or PCC accreditation
- High Standards of UC Davis--Rigorous and rewarding program will put you at the forefront of this expanding field
- Related article: Career Outlook: Professional Coaching
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We offer this five-month program twice a year, with entry points in winter and summer.
Courses take place online via Zoom, generally every-other week on Fridays and Saturdays.
ICF Accredited
This ICF-accredited coaching education program is a pathway to both the ACC and PCC credentials. Program features include 150 academic credit hours of coach specific education and 10 mentor coaching hours. Our professional mentors have over a decade of experience providing feedback to students on the development of their coaching skills. Additionally, UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education will provide you with non-paying clients to jumpstart the coaching experience and guarantee practice opportunities before the performance evaluation process.
Join us for a free information session to meet with the Professional Coaching for Life and Work Certificate Program faculty and staff. Register today!
- Opportunities for coaches exist as private practitioners and as coaches embedded in professional organizations. Many companies offer coaching as an employee benefit and/or train their leaders in coaching practices, including companies like Google.
- The 2023 ICF Global Coaching Study reports:
- Globally, it is estimated that there were approximately 109,200 coach practitioners in 2022, an increase of 54% on the 2019 global estimate.
- The estimated global total revenue from coaching in 2022 was $4.564 billion U.S. dollars, representing a 12% increase over the 2019 estimate.
This program is by application only and requires:
- five years of professional work experience in any field,
- an interest in working with people and helping others, and
- a mindset that supports success in the program, including an openness to learning through feedback and self-examination.
Program Courses
- Coaching Essentials
- Core Competencies
- Coaching Mindset
- Coaching Conversations
- Coach Mastery
Academic Credit and Certification
Students who complete the certificate program are awarded 150 quarter hours (15 units) of academic credit. In addition, they will have the education and mentor hours needed to apply for ACC or PCC certification through the ICF—a global leader and resource for professional coaching. For more information, visit coachfederation.org/.
Required Courses
The professional standardization of coaching professionals has led to certification by ICF the only globally-recognized credential program for coaches. Acquire the knowledge and expertise to apply for certification as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC).
Learn to enter into partnerships with clients and become a catalyst for accomplishing goals and objectives, and aligning values and careers. Help others identify and realize purpose, and improve their processes of performance. Managers at all levels, human resources professionals, those transitioning in their career or those wishing to expand their leadership roles benefit from coach training.
Program outline
- Coaching Essentials
- CORE Competencies
- Demo Day
- Coaching Mindset
- Coaching Conversation
- Demo Day
- Coach Mastery
Certificate requirements
Requirements to enroll in this program are five years of professional work experience (in any field); an interest in working with people and helping others; and a mindset that supports success in the program, namely openness to learning through feedback and self-examination. You are awarded a Professional Coaching for Life and Work Certificate upon successful completion of the program. Please call (530) 757-8777 for more information.
Certification
Students who complete this certificate program will have the training and mentor hours needed to apply for ACC or PCC certification through the International Coaching Federation, a global leader and resource for professional coaching. For more information, visit http://www.coachfederation.org/
Required Courses
| Required Courses | Units | Fall | Winter | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Coaching for Life and Work Certificate Program | 15 | Online | Online |
Cost of the program is $9,500, which includes tuition, online course materials, ICF-certified mentors, volunteer clients, and a professional Zoom account to use while in the program.
Ready to advance your career? Pick the option that best suits your needs and your lifestyle:
- Submit an application above. When your application is submitted, you will be contacted by a program adviser who can answer any questions and give you information about admissions timelines and tuition payment.
- Sign up for an information session. Learn more about the program by enrolling in a free information session. If an information session for this program is not currently open for enrollment, click on “notify me,” and we’ll contact you when the next one becomes available.
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Contact our Enrollment Coach. Our coach, Katie Orton, is available for 30-minute appointments. She can speak with you about our program, answer your questions and help ensure it’s the right fit for your goals. Schedule your 30-minute conversation with Katie.
You can also email us or call (530) 757-8777.
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Access free career resources. Our students have free access to tools for career planning, resume writing, interview practice and more.