Certificate in Executive Coaching – Professional Accreditation – Individual Pathway

Overview

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Certificate in Executive Coaching – Professional Accreditation – Individual Pathway
A Self-Paced Accredited Programme for Managers and Aspiring Internal Coaches

This self-paced version of our professionally accredited coaching programme offers maximum flexibility for busy professionals. Designed for those who prefer to learn independently, it provides a structured progression through ten interactive modules, combining recorded lessons, guided practice, and personalised feedback. Recognised by EMCC Global and the Association for Coaching, the course leads to Practitioner-level accreditation and supports learners in developing a confident, professional coaching practice at their own pace.

Full Programme Details: https://coachaccreditation.org/individual_pathway

Delivery Format
A self-paced digital programme with recorded lessons, guided practice tasks, and personalised online faculty feedback. Modules unlock on a pre-defined schedule, providing structure and pacing for learning and reflection.

Programme Purpose
• Build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to coach effectively in any setting.
• Achieve EMCC Practitioner-level accreditation upon completion.
• Develop a coaching mindset and adopt a coaching style of leadership.

Who Should Attend?
• Those joining an internal coaching faculty or aiming to offer coaching as a professional service.
• Experienced managers and leaders with five or more years in roles involving team leadership or staff development.
• Individuals seeking to develop coaching skills to a professional standard.

Programme Components
• Complete 30 hours of live coaching practice.
• Submit two recorded sessions for personalised faculty feedback.
• Engage in a structured series of assignments including: preparatory reading, pre-work, reflective journals, online quizzes, and a final personal statement.

The Ten-module Programme
1. Introduction to Coaching – Principles, definitions, and ethical foundations
2. Asking Powerful Questions – Form, intention, and impact
3. Structuring the Coaching Session – Frameworks and flow
4. Listening at a Deep Level – Attentive presence and active listening
5. Creating a Coaching Culture – Everyday coaching and coachable moments
6. Positive Psychology – Strengths, motivation, and hope
7. Constructive Challenge – Use of self as instrument
8. Contracting in Depth – Complex and multi-stakeholder agreements
9. Interpersonal Dynamics – Working with TA in coaching relationships
10. Practising Professionally – Supervision, ethics, CPD, and sustainability

Programme Awards and Accreditation
This programme is recognised by both EMCC Global and the Association for Coaching, offering two professional pathways for accreditation:

EMCC Global
Accredited at Practitioner level (EQA), this programme embeds all individual accreditation requirements into its design. Successful graduates are awarded EMCC Practitioner Individual Accreditation (EIA) upon completion—no separate application is required, subject to EMCC membership.

Association for Coaching
This course is accredited under the ACCT scheme, qualifying it as an AC Accredited Coach Training programme. Successful graduates are eligible for the fast-track process to individual accreditation at Coach or Executive Coach level. A separate application and AC membership are still required on completion.

Graduates leave this programme with enhanced coaching capability, stronger professional identity, and internationally recognised credentials with two leading coaching bodies. It is a valuable next step for practitioners applying coaching skills within their organisations.

Successful completion of this course requires access an external online assessment. The online assessment platform may not be accessible from Civil Service department IT due to security restrictions. If you have any questions or believe you may be impacted by these restrictions, please contact support@governmentcampus.co.uk.