Life Coaching Courses, Training & Certification

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Why professionals choose The Coaching Academy

Accreditation and Certification

Train on programmes accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the Association for Coaching (AC), providing a recognised pathway towards professional coaching certification and alignment with established industry standards.

Assessment and Professional Standards

Our diplomas are assessed through a combination of observed coaching practice, written assignments, and ongoing tutor feedback. This structured approach supports the development of professional coaching competence in line with recognised industry standards.

Practical Hands-On Training

We combine the theory of coaching with extensive practical learning, including practice coaching sessions, supervised coaching, and real-life case studies, helping learners develop the confidence and experience required for professional coaching practice.

Access to Expert Trainers and Mentors

You’ll learn from qualified professional coaches with extensive training and client experience, delivering structured teaching, supervised practice, and practical guidance throughout your diploma. Our mentors provide ongoing support to help learners refine their coaching skills and professional approach as they progress.

Ongoing Support and Resources

We provide continued access to learning materials through our regularly updated online learning platform (OLP), alongside ongoing professional development opportunities to help learners stay informed about industry developments and support effective coaching practice.

Who Our Training Is Designed For

Our coaching programmes are designed for individuals seeking professional training in life coaching, including career changers, professionals adding coaching skills to existing roles, and those aiming to develop a formal coaching practice. Suitability depends on individual goals and commitment to training requirements.

Online Learning Platform

Access learning materials anytime through our dedicated online learning platform, designed to support flexible and interactive study alongside live training.

The platform provides clear guidance on course requirements, progress tracking, and learning resources to support learners throughout their certification journey.

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TCA Values & Beliefs Live Training

This 6 hours (3 x 2hr sessions) training really uncovers what drives us and our decisions, actions and behaviour. This gives a deep understanding of not just what motives ourselves, but also how to work with clients to help them understand themselves. I learned so much about myself in these sessions and it really is transformational and am now looking forward to using this to help others.

James B 52 minutes ago

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A great academy that provides…

A great academy that provides flexibility and opportunities to develop and grow. The course is interactive with knowledgeable instructors that allow an opportunity to ask questions and have a go in a safe environment from the comfort of your home.

Kay 1 hour ago

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Values and Beliefs online training for…

Values and Beliefs online training for coaching was the best yet! It's the magic in the art of coaching and all other modules make even more sense after this one. I loved the psychology in the training and the opportunities to work with peers to explore the taught skills.

Natasha 3 hours ago

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Always so inspiring!

The last three evenings, I attended the classes on Values & Beliefs. One of the things I like the most @TCA is that we can find the best time schedule for us, to keep on learning.

Jenn 3 hours ago

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Coaching to rewire subconscious limiting beliefs and grow empowering beliefs

Pam Lidford is phenomenal. As a coach and as a person. As a coach in training, I found it challenging to deal with limiting beliefs clients have and wasn’t clear on to help them find a way through And equally important, to help them anchor and act on their empowering beliefs to achieve their goals. Pam shared her practical experience, and a live recording that she had of her coaching a client with permission to share the recording, to show us how to coach clients in a way that they can achieve their goals, overcome subconscious blocks and bring their real positive drivers and values to the surface. I found it particularly interesting that consciously people want something but they can only achieve what is real and rooted in their subconscious mind. And that is why many people are not able to take action on the things they want I am grateful to be training as a coach at The Coaching Academy, to help people overcome these hurdles, obstacles and difficulties, so they can live a life of sustainable satisfaction. Not just happiness, which is transient and goes up and down, as Pam shared with us - but DEEP satisfaction that goes beyond superficial happiness that comes and goes. I also appreciated that she shared her personal story of growth, openly and honestly. It reminded me that the growth of coaches and clients is not linear. It is messy, imperfect and difficult at times because we are all human, though we do have the ability to go on a journey of transformation for a life with more fulfilment. I think sharing our story as coaches also adds to our authenticity and makes us relatable in a genuine way based on lived experience not just theoretical textbook knowledge. Thank you Pam, and the TCA. Highly recommend your trainings to aspiring coaches. Sonal

Sonal 3 hours ago

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High quality training

The quality of the trainers and the course material is consistently high. Always came away from the training with lots of practical information, learning and opportunities for more research if you wish to. The support team are always professional, helpful and quick to respond which is also much appreciated.

Ruth 1 day ago

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Whether you’re researching accredited life coaching courses, comparing professional training options, or looking to understand how coaching qualifications work, you can explore our programmes or attend a free introductory webinar to find the right route for you.

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Why professionals choose The Coaching Academy

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Access to Expert Trainers and Mentors

Ongoing Support and Resources

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TCA Values & Beliefs Live Training

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Always so inspiring!

Coaching to rewire subconscious limiting beliefs and grow empowering beliefs

High quality training

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