Program Description
Develop the critical skills necessary to become successful certified life coach. Complete the course to receive the Certified Professional Coach (CPC) certification issued through the International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC). Topics to be covered include: Core Competencies of the International Coach Federations (ICF) and the IAPRC; ICF-recognized protocols; IAPRC code of ethics; awareness and mindful attention; action tools and skills; assumptions and deeper insight; shifting perspective; and launching a life coach business.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:
1. provide a dynamic coaching process to clients, and develop a personal coaching style and presence;
2. develop techniques to help clients clarify their purpose, goals, and actions; and
3. develop a comprehensive business plan.
CCBC Pathway
Business Pathway - Pathways are designed to help you meet your academic and career goals by aligning related courses and programs. Pathway students participate in a variety of activities that help explore career opportunities in their field of study. You can meet with a CCBC advisor who help align — or realign — your educational plan with the Pathway that best supports you and your goals.
Program Credentials
CCBC Credential: Students will receive a Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, and have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).
External Credential: Certified Professional Coach (CPC) certification
Certifying Organization: International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC) https://www.recoverycoachtraining.com/
Financial Aid and Payment Options
We offer financial aid by packaging public and private funding options to those who qualify, in select Continuing Education courses and programs. Additional opportunities for financial support include partial payment options through Nelnet Business Solutions and tuition waivers for those who qualify. Resources outside of CCBC may also be available through employer/sponsor paid tuition, the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), and your local office of workforce development.
Some CE Workforce Development Certificate Programs are eligible for early high school funding through Maryland Blueprint for qualifying BCPS high school students. Please check with your School Counseling Office to determine your eligibility for the BCPS Tuition Benefit Program.
Length of Training
Approximately 40 hours
Students may work up to 6 months to complete the online course work.
Program Requirements
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Chromebook, or Mac.
- Speakers or headphones
- Printer
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Application Process
To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Continuing Education Workforce Certificate program application. An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.
Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.
Prior Learning Assessment
This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning.
Program Course Sequence
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Course Number
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Course Title
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Course Hours
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Textbook Information
(approximate cost; subject to change)
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Costs
T=Tuition/F=Fees
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VOB 103
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Certified Professional Life Coach
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40
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Included with course cost
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$1,895
T:$50/F:$1,845
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Career Coach
Research your career interests, explore live job postings, take a career assessment, discover which companies in the Baltimore region are hiring, and more. View a brief tutorial video on how to use Career Coach at https://youtu.be/C7KpznbPYfA. Explore career and training opportunities at https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.