You don’t have to be great to get started but you have to get started to be great. 

– Les Brown

6-week Accredited Course

During this life coaching course you will learn about what life coaching is and why people might want a life coach, understand the process of coaching and you will understand how to conduct successful and effective coaching meetings, establish and build rapport with clients and know how to complete relevant paperwork to operate ethically and effectively as a Life Coach On completion of this course, you will be able to gain accreditation, and insurance.  We will be actively cheering you on to start your own coaching business or to work in the recovery field!  We also have a coach’s supervision package available by further subscription to meet your ongoing coaching needs.  You can find out more about this during the course.

  • 6-weeks online learning - total of 30 hours

  • One to one interactive sessions

  • Ongoing coursework assessment

  • Live final assessment

  • Fully virtual so you can take part wherever you are

  • Led by experienced trainers/coaches who can answer all your questions

  • Coach's handbook and resource pack

  • Option to join our exclusive coach's business development

  • Meets government criteria for funding

  • Hard-copy of your graded level 3, insurable and accredited diploma certificate

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Course Introduction

  • 2

    Module One - Foundations of Coaching

    • Coaching - a brief history

    • What is coaching?

    • Crossovers

    • Counselling

    • Psycotherapy

    • Psychiatry

    • Mentoring

    • What exactly is a life coach and why is it necessary?

    • Foundations of Coaching - End of Module Test
  • 3

    Module Two - Creating Coaching Relationships

    • The Coaching Journey

    • Fact finding PDF (before coaching relationship begins)

    • The initial meeting - The discovery call

    • Initial Call Checklist

    • The Coaching Contract

    • Coaching client agreement

    • How to conduct a meeting

    • Punctuality

    • Establishing and building rapport

    • Encouragement and commitment

    • Permission

    • What do I actually need to do?

    • Creating an action plan

    • Life Coaching - End of Module Test
  • 4

    Module Three - Cultivating Client Learning and Growth

    • The Life Coaching Model

    • The Coaching environment

    • Coaching and trauma

    • Coaching and addiction

    • Barriers to coaching

    • Language choices – do they matter?

    • Cycle of change

    • Beliefs and values

    • Cognitive Dissonance and coaching

    • Accountability

    • Boundaries

    • Our Coaching Model

    • GROW

    • Common Approaches

    • Group/team

    • Coaching Strategies

    • Self-sabotage

    • The Drama Triangle

    • Coaching Knowledge - End of Module Test
  • 5

    Module Four - Communicating Effectively

    • Communication skills

    • Questioning

    • Using the silence

    • Listening

    • Active Listening

    • Active Listening Activity

    • Tone

    • Language

    • Summarising

    • Chunking

    • Reframing

    • Using metaphors

    • Using different perspectives

    • Body Language

    • Coaching Skills - End of Module Test
  • 6

    Module Five - Ethical Practice

    • Coaching Ethical Standards

    • Record Keeping and Confidentiality

    • What if the relationship isn't working

    • What if your client needs therapy?

    • Fees

    • Next steps and requirements

    • Looking after me

    • Conducting Coaching and Ethics - End of Module Assessment
  • 7

    Module Six - Practice Coaching

    • Practice your coaching

    • Encouraging self-care

    • Course References

    • Practice coaching - end of module assessment

    • Congratulations

    • The live session

Instructor(s)

Coaching Instructor

Sarah Williamson

Sarah has spent the last 12 years coaching and mentoring people who've struggled with their addictions and mental health, she feels that choosing to change your relationship with alcohol before you hit rock bottom is a powerful and positive choice to make.Sarah is passionate about spreading the message that our lives can be joyful and fun on the other side of our drinking careers and there's no need to feel lonely, stressed or bored on this journey. Sarah is a trainer, public speaker, writer, podcaster, coach and is certified by The International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine

Why choose Bee Academy?

Bee Academy is committed to creating a diverse environment and therefore everyone, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status is welcome.

  • Affilate Program

    Want to do this course for free? Once you have qualified recommend a friend and for every person that you refer to us, you will receive 10% (£199.00) of your course fee back. This means if you refer 10 friends you will have trained for free.

  • Community

    Our unique Bee Academy Online Community will provide you with all the support and additional resources that you need to become an amazing Life Coach. At Bee Academy, we pride ourselves on building friendships and supportive communities.

  • Guaranteed Discounts

    By enrolling on any of the Bee Academy courses, you are guaranteed to received a discount on our other courses. Reward yourself with learning and let us reward you more!

Pricing options

Pay in full, take advantage of our monthly subscription or complete the course at a time to suit you on a one-to-one basis

Special Offer

For anyone who wishes to complete the Life Coaching Diploma Course followed by one month of coaching business development

  • £2,595.00

    £2,595.00Diploma in Life Coaching with one month of coaching business development

    Receive support, fresh ideas, updating, suggestions and perspective from other coaches in the life coaching niche and of course, your facilitator(s).
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Course Dates

  • Time or date to suit you

    Take advantage of 1:1 delivery and complete the course at a time that suits you

FAQ

  • Do I need to have a certification or degree to take this training?

    No! No qualifications or previous experience is necessary. This is for individuals who wish to train as a professional Life Coach.

  • Will I receive an official certification?

    Upon completion of the training, and practice sessions, you will receive a diploma in Life Coaching from The Bee Academy. You will also have the option to join IPHM as an accredited Life Coach.

  • How am I Assessed?

    Each module is assessed with either a 20-question multiple-choice exam or a short assignment that you will need to complete before moving on to the next module. We will also use case-studies throughout the course to help you to develop your coaching skills toolbox. The final assessment will take place in a 60-minute live session where you will demonstrate your coaching skills before becoming a fully-fledged and qualified Life Coach.

  • Will you teach me how to start a business?

    Yes the course addresses this but for more in-depth supervision and support we have a fantastic coach membership which you will have the option to join.

  • How soon can I start using what I learn?

    Right away. By the time you have completed this course you'll know what everything looks like and how to respond. In short, you’ll be integrating what you learn into your practice in real-time.

  • What if I don’t pass my exam or assessment?

    Throughout the course you will be receiving continuous feedback and support for your development therefore we do not anticipate that this will happen, however should the worst happen, you will be entitled to one resit. Additional resits will incur a £100 administration fee.

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