Based upon over 20 years of training more than 4,000 Christians throughout the world, the majority of our students consistently secure paying clients on their caseloads before this introductory course is finished.
Our curriculum is designed around Dr. Gary Collins’ foundational book, Christian Coaching, and 2 other outstanding texts. The course is aligned with the standards of both the International Coach Federation (ICF) and the Christian Coaches Network International (CCNI).
All classes are taught live, via high-definition Zoom videoconference, and supplemented with home study as well as interactive peer coaching groups meeting by Telebridge each week. In this class you will:
Required Texts:
- Christian Coaching (2nd Edition) by Dr. Gary Collins
- Co-Active Coaching (4th Edition) by Laura Whitworth et al
- Becoming a Professional Life Coach (2nd Edition) by Dr. Patrick Williams & Diane S. Menendez
How This Course Relates to Certification & Credentialing
The Essentials of Life Coaching is the FIRST STEP toward CPLC Certification and earning the ICF Level 1 and ICF Level 2 certificates. See the image below for the full path for each, and where this course is on that path. Click here for more information about certification and credentialing.
Upcoming Courses
August 2023
DAY: Wednesdays
TIME: 12:00 – 2:00 PM Eastern
DATES: August 30 – December 13, 2023 (NOTE: Class will NOT meet on 11/22)
INSTRUCTORS: Andrew Gorter, MCC & Cindy Schmelzenbach, PCC
October 2023
DAY: Tuesday
TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 PM Eastern
DATES: October 24, 2023 – February 13, 2024 (NOTE: Class will NOT meet on 12/19, and 12/26)
INSTRUCTORS: Steve Cromer, PCC & Cindy Schmelzenbach, PCC
NOTE: Indicate your desired course date during registration and checkout.
Tuition & Fees
Full Payment
- NO monthly payments
3 Payments
- $2,295 total investment
6 Payments
- $2,340 total investment
9 Payments
- $2,385 total investment
All payment plans include a $15 monthly service charge.
“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.”
“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!”