The Certified Professional Life Coach course teaches the Core Competencies of the International Coach Federations (ICF). ICF is the leading organization dedicated to advancing the coaching profession through high standards, independent certification, and a worldwide network of trained coaching professionals. You will learn ICF-recognized protocols and use these to build your own distinctive coaching style.
This course also incorporates the International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC) Code of Ethics, used to enhance the lives of individuals impacted by addiction. You will learn strategies for applying the IAPRC Code of Ethics, ICF Core Competencies, and other recognized coaching concepts. Upon course completion of the final exam within the course, you will receive the Certified Professional Coach (CPC) certification. This credential is issued through the International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC). Finally, you will have gained the industry-recognized skills needed to become a certified life coach and establish a successful coaching business.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
- 1 GB of RAM
- 1 GB of free disk space
- Broadband Internet connection (DSL or cable recommended)
Software Requirements:
- This course is preferred with the latest versions of Windows and Mac OS. Although the versions listed below are compatible, it's strongly recommended to have the latest operating system for an optimal experience.
- PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems.
- Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Applications:
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
- Sound card with speakers or headphones
- Printer
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Jean LaCour, Ph.D., is a Certified Prevention Professional, author, and a trainer with extensive experience in the addiction recovery field. She is the co-founder of the NET Training Institute Center for Addiction and Recovery Education, a 501(c)(3) tax exempt nonprofit corporation offering online training in addiction counseling, peer specialist support, and recovery support services.
1. Can I register for
courses if I am an international student?
Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never
have to
actually travel to the school. Most
schools
offer telephone or online registration.
2. How long does it
take to complete a course?
All of our programs are self-paced and open
enrollment, so
you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. When you register, you’ll receive six (6)
months to complete the program.
3. What if I don't
have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?
The time allotted to complete your program has
been
calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't
worry too
much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you
are still
unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a
suitable
completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for an extension.
4. Can I get
financial
assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do
not qualify
for federal aid. In some states,
vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified
students to take our courses.
Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance
when
they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.
5. What happens when
I complete the course?
Upon successful completion of the course, you will
be
awarded a certificate of completion.
6. Am I guaranteed a
job?
ed2go programs will provide you with the skills
you need to
obtain an entry-level position in most cases.
We don’t provide direct job placement services, but our
facilitators and
career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to
give
advice on finding your first job.
Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional
reference
upon completion of the program.
Potential students should always do research on the job market
in their
area before registering.
7. Who will be my
instructor?
Each student is paired with a facilitator for
one-on-one
interaction. The facilitator will be
available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to
provide
feedback on your performance. All of our
facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in
which they
teach.
8. What software or
hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the
system
requirements?
In order to take ed2go courses, you need access to
a
computer and the Internet. You can access the course contents from any
web-enabled computer. We recommend that you have a word-processing
program
(Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet
Explorer.
9. Can I use a Mac?
Yes
10. How can I get
more information about this program?
If you have questions that are not answered on our
website,
please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button above). If you are visiting us during non-business
hours, please feel free to send us a question using the “Contact Us”
form to
the right. You may also call us at
1-877-221-5151. We will answer your
questions promptly.
11. When can I start
the course?
Our courses are open enrollment. You can register
and start
the course as soon as you are ready. Please note that once the course
curriculum
is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment
confirmation,
refunds cannot be issued.
12. Does this course
prepare for a certification?
Yes. The Certified Professional Coach (CPC)
credential is
issued through the International Association of Professional Recovery
Coaches
(IAPRC).