What are the components of the course?

The course includes The Essentials Course (Part 1: Inspiration, Part 2: Implementation) and The Advanced Course (Part 1: Integration, Part 2: Completion), each focused on key coaching principles and client transformation.

How can I register or get more information?

You can download the course brochure, explore scheduled classes, or speak to an advisor via the Erickson Coaching International website.

The Art & Science of Coaching: Renowned ICF Coaching Certification

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As the award-winning flagship coach training program, The Art & Science of Coaching™ is globally recognized as the global gold standard for life, executive, and professional coaching certification.

The program is structured to equip you with the most comprehensive coaching skills and opportunities to succeed in dynamic coaching environments. With unmatched flexibility, train online, onsite in beautiful cities worldwide, or in a hybrid format, choosing from global schedules that fit your timezone—including fast-track options. Erickson’s Level 1 and Level 2 accredited programs, based on neuroscientific principles and our world-renowned Solution-Focused methodology, equip you to become a professional coach who partners with your clients in transformative change.

The Art & Science of Coaching program consists of two courses, The Essentials Course and The Advanced Course. Each course consists of two parts.

The Essentials Course Part 1 - Inspiration

Skills and approaches organized around the core
essential question: “What do you want?”

This covers the essential coach mindset, the elements that form a coaching relationship, Erickson’s Coach Position, and the step-by step process of Erickson’s Coaching Arrow. In Part 1, the emphasis is shifting from problem oriented to Solution-Focused.

The Essentials Course Part 2 - Implementation

Skills and approaches organized around the core
essential question: “How might you accomplish it?”

This has an additional focus on implementation and execution of the desired outcome. This part provides an improved relationship with strategizing, planning, prioritizing and using time effectively.

The Advanced Course Part 1 - Integration

Skills and approaches organized around the core
essential question: “Why is that important to you?”

In this part , we advance our coaching by developing the skill to uncover the client unique motivational structures. We deepen our ability to handle and overcome objections. We also leverage the power of values in enabling commitment and follow through.

The Advanced Course Part 2 - Completion

Skills and approaches organized around the core
essential question: “How would you know you’ve achieved it?”

In this part, we focus on how people experience success. We move through completion, including testing of skills and competencies in which the topics of all Parts fall into place to complete the bigger picture of integrated Solution-Focused Coaching

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* This course is FREE for all Erickson+ members. Coaches from other schools can also join this transformative journey, however, for just $200 CAD.

What our GRADUATES SAY

It took me almost 6 months to decide which coaching school I would attend. Now that I am a certified coach with the ICF, I can say that Erickson International was the right choice. The quality of teaching coupled with rich content, made it easy in the end.

Daniel Sigouin

The one year Erickson learning journey was amazing and helped me to develop the competencies and skills that I wanted to learn. I established a network of awesome people around the world. 2 sessions per week and homework were on one side challenging, on the other side the professional facilitators and the efficient learning platform supported the fast personal growth. The atmosphere in the class was open and positive and the facilitators inspirational and great to learn from. The learning approach was very professional and a good mix of theory, practical demonstration and own experimentation. I highly recommend Erickson!

Dr. Katharina Gnirke

I've been through coaching training programs outside of Erickson and many other training programs. After completing Erickson, I recommend this program to anyone looking to further their ability to lead, parent, coach, or just work on themselves. The way the program is structured layers in understanding in an integrated way that had me leave with confidence and excitement at my new capabilities. The training program is dialed in to give coaches the best abilities to truly support their clients and make an impact.

Tracy L Thibodeau

10 months that will change the way you view yourself. 10 months of commitment but also lots of fun. It is definitely worth each and every minute.

Alessia Poletti

Erickson comes highly recommended, the learning journey has made me a better person and I think that is the highest praise for a coaching school. It has also provided me with the best possible foundation as I embark on this exciting adventure of serving people through coaching.

John Ahern

What a unique transformational journey. Learning with Erickson is truly engaging and inspires you to become solution-focused. The offering provides diversified tools and connects to the coaching model in a logical flow to enable coaches to continue their learning journey with the key principles and ICF competencies in mind!

Mayada Elkordy

I found Erickson after searching for local coaching courses on Google. I've consistently been pleasantly surprised and satisfied with my coach journey since beginning my coaching education last year. I've loved the philosophy behind the Erickson coaching model, all the facilitators have been passionate, knowledgeable and experienced. Also, the global network of Erickson coaching has been such a welcome support in my coaching journey!

Brian Kingston

I learned so much about myself and others! I was able to develop skills I thought I already had.

Stefan Bagehorn

I spent months researching and calling coaching schools. I knew I wanted a thorough program that would offer support and I wanted the faculty to be experienced. I made a phone call to Erickson and spent an hour on the phone with an administrator. After I hung up, I knew I had found excellence. My time at Erickson was exactly that. Excellent. From the faculty to the learning platform to mentorship every step was interesting, fun, exciting. It might be the best educational experience I have ever had. Because of this program I know that I am well positioned to be a great coach. I can't wait to help people achieve.

Charles Marroni

An amazing experience of successive stages of enlightenment. I was fortunate to be in a truly amazing group of 16 throughout the almost one year of training. We are still a tight group and still meet occasionally online. I believe coaching does appear to attract a certain type of individual, committed to changing the world, one coaching session at a time.

Richard Gaechter

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Deciding to become a credible, qualified
coach is a considerable investment in
yourself.

You’re embracing a role in which you can support others
in reaching their potential- what could be more rewarding? Once you’ve made the decision, the next step is to select the institute from which you will receive professional training.

To assist you in making the right decision for your unique
needs, we have broken down 8 important questions you should consider when choosing a coach training provider to partner with.

OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Art & Science of Coaching™?

The Art & Science of Coaching™ is Erickson Coaching International’s ICF-accredited, award-winning coach training program. It offers comprehensive training that follows a solution-focused coaching approach, equipping learners with invaluable skills, tools and techniques to launch coaching careers and improve both their personal and professional lives.

Is The Art & Science of Coaching™ ICF-accredited?

Yes, Erickson’s program is accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) at Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3, meeting professional global coaching standards.

How is the course delivered?

The course is available online (in various different global time zones and at various frequencies), including in fast-track versions; in person in a multitude of global locations; and in a hybrid format, where attendees have the option to complete part of their course in person and the remainder online.

What does the course Curriculum look like?

In summary:

The Art & Science of Coaching™ program is comprised of two courses: The first course is called Essentials (Part 1: Inspiration, Part 2: Implementation) and the second course is called Advanced (Part 1: Integration, Part 2: Completion).

Every part of every course is focused on key coaching principles and client transformation, and adheres to the ICF’s Core Competencies, Ethics and Standards.

Both Level 1 and Level 2 offer attendees the chance to sign up for group and one-on-one Mentoring Bundles. These individualized and customized Mentoring Bundles are designed to support you in further developing and deepening your coaching skills with the 8 ICF Core Competencies. Erickson’s mentors are dedicated to ensuring your progress and assisting you in fine-tuning your demonstrable coaching skills. During your mentorship, they will support you to improve your coaching skills by highlighting what is working well with current coaching and by providing suggestions for your improvement.

More detailed information:

The Essentials Course

The Essentials Course covers the basic coach approach, what coaching is and isn’t, Coach Position, the importance of holding Coach Position, and the coaching process step-by-step. Part 1 is known as the ‘inspiration’ element of the course and seeks answers to the question, “What do I want to achieve?”

Part 2 has an additional focus on implementation and processes. It provides a new relationship with strategy, planning, execution, and time. Part 2 seeks answers to the question, “How might I achieve it?”

The Advanced Course

The Advanced Course includes commitment and values, raising awareness of how values enable us to commit to following through on a project. In Part 1, we address how to handle objections that may arise. Here we seek answers to the questions, “How can I continue with commitment?” and, “Why is it important for me to be doing this?”

Part 2 is the completion and integration part of the program. Here we focus on how people experience success, finding answers to the questions, “How do I complete?” and, “How will I know when I’ve achieved it?” At the same time, we move through completion of both The Essentials and Advanced Courses, including testing of skills and competencies in which the topics of all four Parts fall into place to complete the bigger picture of integrated Solution-Focused Coaching.

Erickson-approved Mentors

Erickson-approved Mentor Coaches are trained in both the principles and philosophy of Erickson Solution-Focused Coaching and the ICF Core Competencies. In addition, all Erickson-approved Mentor Coaches hold either a PCC or MCC credential by the ICF. As your champion and partner for success, each Mentor Coach is dedicated to your development as a PCC level coach using a Solution-Focused framework.

Do I need any prior experience (coaching or otherwise) to join The Art & Science of Coaching™ program?

No formal coaching or educational experience is required. The program is suitable for professionals looking to become certified coaches and individuals who are interested in learning coach training skills to upskill and develop advanced communication and leadership skills.

How can I get more information and/or register for the program?

You can download our course brochure to learn more, explore our scheduled classes in the Course Finder page, or connect with an advisor in a language and time zone of your preference for a virtual coffee chat. Our advisors will be able to answer your questions about which pathway would best suit your goals, course pricing and enroll you.

Is there a payment plan available for the program?

Yes there is. To find out more, please connect with an advisor in a language and time zone of your preference.

Can I become a specialized coach with The Art & Science of Coaching™ program training, or is this program only for life coaches?

Yes, you can become a specialized coach in any coaching niche after graduating. In fact, many of our The Art & Science of Coaching™ program graduates have graduated and established successful careers as life coaches, executive coaches, leadership coaches, career coaches, wellness coaches, and the list goes on.

As a coach, your job is not to be a subject matter expert. Rather, you are there to partner with your coachee to help them find their own solutions. With a solution-focused coaching approach, you will learn the Ericksonian principle that your coachee has all the resources they need to find the right solution and move forwards. Therefore, once you have a strong coaching foundation in place, you will feel confident to coach in any niche you choose as you will be equipped with numerous tools, techniques and theories to help you partner with coachees from all walks of life.

Can I motivate that my company covers the fees to complete The Art & Science of Coaching™ program as part of my professional learning and development?

Yes, absolutely. Our flagship, award-winning The Art & Science of Coaching™ Level 1 course is accredited with The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). As an SHRM Recertification General Provider, Erickson is authorized to award 64 recertification professional development credits (PDCs) for all SHRM certification holders who complete our program.

Professionals and leaders across numerous disciplines, particularly leaders in the field of Human Resources/Learning & Development stand to gain hugely from the skills that coaching can equip them with. Not only will The Art & Science of Coaching™ help them to unlock potential in their teams, but also to help them in guiding individuals to surpass their role’s expectations and contribute to the company's vision.

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Curriculum breakdown

The Essentials Course Part 1 - Inspiration