Certified Life Coach | ICF Level 1 (ACC)
Program Overview
Program Overview
01 At a Glance
02 What We Believe
03 The Highest Standard
04 Make a Powerful Impact
05 Course Outline
06 Your Investment
07 Our Founder
Why Get ICF Certified?
Scott Crawford
I signed up for the Life and Wellness course and I found it personally transformative in ways I never expected. It has brought meaning and purpose to my life, which I hadn’t realized was lacking. The course material was robust, enjoyable, accessible and digestible. It’s obvious how much hard work and care has gone into creating it. The facilitator of our course was a very experienced coach and a remarkable individual, and the content was delivered with confidence, compassion and fun. Our group is like a family, and this closeness has really helped our learning. A life-changing experience and the skills I learned are already directly helping others.
At A Glance
Become an ICF Coach
80 Coach Education Hours
- 18 Weeks of part-time study.
- 2 Hours live/virtual per week on ZOOM
- 4-5 Hours coursework/ week
- 1-2 Hours of coaching per week
- 4 Hours of business mentoring (optional)
Successful Completion Criteria
- 80 Hours Course Work
- 7 Group Mentoring Hours
- 3 Individual Mentoring Hours
- 30 Practical Coaching Hours Logged
- 10 Hours Being Coached Logged
Designation(s) Earned
- Qualifies for 10 ICF Mentoring Hours
- Qualify for 80 ICF Level 1 Coach Education Hours
- Qualifies for 30 Coaching Hours
- Designation: CA Certified Life Coach
Your Financial Investment
- Tuition: $5900
- Community Membership included for the duration of the program
- $1500 Deposit at Registration (non-refundable)
- Payment Plans (up to 5 Months)
- 14-day Money Back Guarantee (minus deposit)
Your Accomplishment
- Qualify as a Professional Coach
- Earn an ICF Coaching Credential
- Global network of Professional Coaches
- Belong to a Professional Members-Only Community
Become a Certified Life Coach
Your journey to becoming an internationally certified coach starts today.
What We Believe
Coach Academy believes in igniting positive change worldwide, one conversation at a time.
We mentor world-class coaches so that together we can empower others to unlock their potential and live their best lives.
Coach Academy is made in Canada for the world.
We believe in continuous learning and pushing boundaries. Our mission is to make coaching accessible to everyone.
ICF Approved Program
USA Coach Academy is an approved partner of the International Coach Federation (ICF). All of our Certification Programs are accredited and qualify you for an ICF designation.
80 Hours | 18 Weeks
This program qualifies for 80 Coach Education Hours. It also includes 10 hours of mentoring and a global peer coaching network to help you practice and earn coaching hours.
2 Hours Live Per Week
All of our courses include a live weekly session for 2 hours on ZOOM. Class sizes are small to allow for engaged learning and discussion. Your learning is supported by a global online community accessible through mobile or desktop devices.
The Highest Standard In Coaching
40,000+ Hours of Research & Development
Backed by 40,000+ hours of coaching, mentoring, observations and research in grounded theory that supports the evidence for coaching skills.
We Partner With You
We partner with you to co-create a winning experience, and we are deeply invested in your success. Our team is committed to continuous education, improvement, and growth to ensure the highest standards are met.
Proven Coaching Model
The unique THRIVE Coaching Model is proven to deliver consistent, exceptional results for powerful conversations. Our world-class experienced facilitators all possess the passion and expertise to mentor coaches at all levels.
Testimonials From Our Alumni
Ben Husband
Coach Academy was the right choice. I learned the skills necessary to begin a new career in Life & Wellness Coaching and was already earning an income before even graduating. The community has provided me with an outlet to connect with other aspiring coaches and always feel supported and inspired. Would recommend CA to anyone thinking about becoming a Life & Wellness Coach.
Make a Powerful Impact
- Discover what it means to truly listen.
- Mirror and witness to create new possibilities.
- Self-manage judgment, relating and assumptions.
- Learn how to hold space and stay present to others.
- Break through limiting thoughts and language.
- Practice proven approaches to change and well-being.
- Adopt a directional and progressive conversation framework.
- Explore the power of intentions and visualizations.
- Discover the magic of metaphors to clarify thinking.
Tame the Advice Monster!
Learn the cycle of empowerment and the power of open ended questions.
Partner
Coaching is a partnership of equals. Learn the difference between coaching and other helping professions and communication styles.
Evoke Awareness
People can’t change what they don’t know. Learn how to walk your coachee up the stairway of consciousness in our program.
Clean Language
Language is powerful. Learn to empower others to explore their own thinking while self-managing your own bias.
Why Choose Us?
Laine Ellis
I’ve spent the last 5 months in the LW Program, and it was the best decision I’ve ever made for myself. The content is thorough and detailed and my facilitator was so engaged with the class. Not only have I evolved as a person with what I learned in the program, but I discovered that this is something I whole-heartedly want to pursue. Super thankful I joined this program.
Belong to a Global Village
Coach Academy is leading the way with an online network of coaches across the world!
Community is your guarantee on your investment.
We believe when people learn together, they grow together. Our Global Village is a place for coaches to engage in continuous learning, peer coaching exchanges, coach clinics, case studies, coaching skills labs, learn from keynote speakers, and enjoy book club and podcast club fireside chats!
Course Outline
Week 1
Introduction to Coaching
Week 2
The Difference A Coach Makes
Week 3
Connection, Trust, & Intimacy
Week 4
THRIVE Framework
Week 5
Group Mentoring 1
Week 6
Language & Beliefs
Week 7
Levels of Listening
Week 8
Clean Language
Week 9
Metaphors, Feelings, & Breakthroughs
Week 10
Self-Management
*Course outline is subject to change.
Week 11
Group Mentoring 2
Week 12
T & H in THRIVE
Week 13
R & I in THRIVE
Week 14
V & E in THRIVE
Week 15
Mission & Vision Statements
Week 16
Group Mentoring 3
Week 17
ICF Core Competencies Integration
Week 18
Closing & Next Steps
Week 19 ⭐
Group Business Mentoring 1
Week 20 ⭐
Group Business Mentoring 2
*Course outline is subject to change.
**Starred items can be added for an additional cost.
Your Investment
Coach Academy is a community before it’s a company.
It’s a global ecosystem where certified coaches connect, collaborate, and continue to grow through shared learning, mentoring, and a collective commitment to excellence.
*Prices are subject to change.
Meet Our Founder
Nathalie’ s passion for coaching was sparked in 1996 as a student in the prestigious Dan Sullivan Strategic Coach Program for Entrepreneurs. To live out her mission, she founded Coach Academy, made in Canada for the World to create a safe place for people to adopt more engaging and empowering strategies.
As CEO and Director of Training, Nathalie pours her heart into designing Coach Education programs that give people the knowledge, network, and tools to have more powerful conversations. Her mission is to multiply the impact of coaching in the world by mentoring world-class coaches.
Nathalie is a Master Certified ICF Coach, one of only 4% in the world to hold this distinguished status. She earned a BA from McGill University and an MA from Harvard University, where she graduated with distinction.
Choose USA Coach Academy With Confidence.
- Experienced, world-class facilitators.
- A passionate support team.
- Experiential and active learning.
- An all-inclusive ICF program- no hidden fees.
- We provide you with people to coach.
- Privileged access to CA Global Village & other powerful resources.