Course Overview
Build a solid foundation for professional Christian coaching that honors God and transforms lives.
This intensive 15-week course equips you with the essential coaching skills recognized by the International Coach Federation (ICF) while grounding your practice in Biblical wisdom. You’ll move beyond theory into hands-on application, developing the listening, questioning, and presence that create breakthrough moments for clients.
What sets this course apart? You’ll learn from master-level instructors with decades of combined experience who demonstrate coaching in real-time, provide personalized feedback, and create a supportive community where your faith and professional excellence intersect naturally. Our curriculum integrates Dr. Gary Collins’ renowned Christian Coaching framework with proven Co-Active and professional life coaching methodologies.
By course completion, you’ll be conducting actual coaching sessions with confidence – not just understanding coaching concepts. The majority of our students secure their first paying clients before this introductory course ends, launching sustainable coaching practices built on both ICF competencies and Kingdom purpose.
Is This Course Right for You?
This hands-on training is designed for Christians who are ready to move beyond learning about coaching to actually becoming skilled coaches who create measurable transformation.
Your Certification & Credentialing Journey
Whether you’re pursuing CPLC certification or ICF credentialing, understanding where this course fits ensures you’re building your training path strategically and efficiently.
Visit our Coaching Certification page for detailed requirements and steps for both PCCI’s CPLC certification and ICF Level 1/Level 2 certificates.
What You’ll Accomplish in This Course
You’ll develop practical coaching competencies through live demonstrations, peer coaching practice, and expert feedback – moving from theory to transformation.
Course Breakdown
The course follows a carefully designed progression from foundational skills to advanced applications, with each phase building upon the previous to develop complete coaching competency.
Required Course Materials
These three foundational texts provide comprehensive coverage of coaching theory, skills, and Christian integration – they’ll become ongoing references throughout your coaching career.
Upcoming Courses
All classes meet live via Zoom for 2 hours weekly, creating an interactive learning environment where you’ll experience lecture, Q&A, and real-time coaching demonstrations from expert instructors.
Tuition & Payment Plans
We offer flexible payment options to make this life-changing training accessible, with no interest charges – only a small monthly service fee.
All payment plans include a $15 monthly service charge.
Real Results from Real Students
Our graduates consistently launch successful coaching practices and integrate coaching skills into ministry, securing paying clients and creating measurable Kingdom impact.
“PCCI is the best coach training available with Christian values, commitment to excellence, a supportive and prayerful community, and unparalleled training. I highly recommend it!”
“I have taken 149 hours of training from PCCI and I have nothing but gratitude. Lots of money and time invested, and it was well worth it!”
“Every instructor I had was very professional; no lightweights. Christianity is a constant thread. Their goal is solidly equipping coaches to coach to the highest industry standards. And it’s not just a school; you will belong to the fellowship of PCCI for your entire career.”
“PCCI coach training is life changing and one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. The hand-on training is priceless.”
“The training I received at PCCI has been both very professional and invaluable for this season of my career.”
“I made the decision to train at PCCI after researching every Christian coaching school I could locate. Their high-quality training in alignment with ICF competencies impressed me immediately, and the personal attention of their faculty and staff is tremendously supportive!”
“I just completed The Essentials of Coaching course and already have my first official client – at $500/month! PCCI has provided me with a powerful launch.”
“The Essentials class has exceeded my expectations! I’m so impressed with the quality of instruction and with our instructor’s openness in sharing their hearts…”
“I spent $2,100 for a popular DVD training program and left with no paying clients. In just a few weeks of PCCI classes, I gained the practical knowledge I needed to land my first paying client! Hearing live demonstrations and being able to ask questions helped me to clarify coaching concepts, and our live peer groups have provided hands-on practice in a safe learning environment.”
“This course has been transformational for me!”
“I am LOVING this class. It has truly already been a transformational experience for me.”
