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Certificate in Life Coaching Course Guide

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Certificate in Life Coaching Course Guide

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This course provides an introduction to the principles of life coaching, what coaching is and what it is not. It will include but not be limited to the differences between life coaching and other similar disciplines, the traits a life coach should possess, the fundamentals of building rapport with a client and why time management is important in coaching.
This course provides an introduction to coaching skills and processes and will include but not be limited to the definition of success and how it differs from client to client, the barriers and facilitators to success and the ways a client may self-sabotage.
This course provides an introduction to Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound (SMART) goals, and will include but not be limited to how a coach can use SMART to help clients set goals and how coaches can help their clients reframe failure.
This course will provide an overview of advanced coaching techniques, including but not limited to a look at the T GROW Model and Oscar Model, how to help a client that wants to get fit and healthy develop new habits and how to develop a mind map for an area of life you want to experience progress and find solutions to.
This course will take a close look at change management including but not limited to key change management theories such as the Kubler-Ross cycle and Gestalt methods, the five stages of grief, and how socialisation can help coaches understand their clients
This course will provide an introduction to key time management and productivity principles, including but not limited to the Pareto principle, quality over quantity and how to implement productivity principles in your life and help your clients do the same.
This course will provide an overview of core coaching techniques such as vision planning and visualisation, including but not limited to how to develop a mission statement, how to write a five or ten year plan and how visualisation can help clients relax.
This course will explore how a coach can conduct the perfect coaching environment, including but not limited to how to ensure client safety and comfort, how to create a session plan and ways in which a coach can effectively manage their time.
This course will provide an introduction to the ethical boundaries that coaches must always follow, and will include but not be limited to the meaning of confidentiality and anonymity and how to protect these for clients, the term ‘safeguarding’ and the process to follow when there is a risk of harm to a client, and how to maintain professional boundaries.
This course will explore business principles and how to set up a coaching business, including but not limited to how to carry out market research and develop a business plan, researching digital media resources and social media to develop an advertising plan and how to develop a brand for yourself.
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To start your journey in life coaching, no prior qualifications are needed. Enrolment is simple: click “Enrol Now” on our website to sign up online. If you prefer personal interaction, our advisors are ready to assist you over the phone at 1800 837 550 or email [email protected]

The course fee is $1399 + GST. You can also opt for our flexible payment plan, which allows you to pay just $29 per week with no initial deposit and zero interest. Ready to start? Click here to begin your enrolment.

You should allocate approximately 100 hours to complete the course at a pace that suits you, with up to six months to finish. While we recommend completing a module a week, we understand life can get busy, so we provide the option to request an extension if needed.

Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.

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Yes, we offer a 10-Day trial period so you can experience the course fully risk-free. If you decide it’s not the right fit during this time, we provide a complete refund, ensuring your satisfaction and confidence in your educational investment.
The Certificate in Life Coaching provides you with the essential skills needed to become a professional Life Coach. It covers fundamental aspects of life coaching including business principles and techniques for establishing your own coaching practice. This comprehensive training paves the way for a rewarding career in life coaching, helping you develop the necessary skills to guide others effectively.
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