Advanced
Level 1 & Level 2 Bundle
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ICF-accredited Level 2 PROGRAMME
Certification & Advanced Coach Training Bundle
Take your coaching from foundational to advanced level with this all inclusive ICF-accredited bundle. Complete the Level 1 Professional Coaching Skills Certification to build essential coaching competencies, then advance through the Level 2 Advanced Coach Training to refine your practice, engage in reflective supervision, and demonstrate PCC-aligned skills - all within a single, structured learning journey.
Why choose the bundle?
The bundle combines the Level 1 Professional Coaching Skills Certification with the Level 2 Advanced Coach Training to provide a complete coaching development pathway and develop your skills from the fundamentals to advanced coaching.
By completing both programmes together, you accelerate your learning, gain continuity in your skill development, and build a stronger, more integrated coaching practice.
- Comprehensive skill development:
Progress from core coaching competencies to advanced practice by deepening your presence and transformational coaching skills.
- Seamless PCC preparation:
Learn how to consistently demonstrate coaching behaviours aligned with PCC-level standards.
- Integrated psychological and coaching frameworks:
Learn foundational models in Level 1, then expand your understanding and application of advanced psychological approaches in Level 2.
- Reflective and supervised learning:
Benefit from a structured programme which classes, self-study, and mentor coaching across both modules.
- Practice in a safe environment:
Each module is highly interactive and includes coaching demos and practice in each class, so you can apply what you learn.
- Professional recognition:
The full bundle reflects your dedication to advanced coaching practice and reflects your commitment to professional, ethical coaching.
Fully accredited by the ICF
The Advanced Diploma in Coaching has been approved by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and has been granted the Level 2 programme accreditation. It will enable you to apply for an ICF ACC or PCC credential via the Level 2 path.
- Pathway to both ACC and PCC credentials:
After completing module 1, you can choose to apply for your ICF ACC credential. The full programme meets the training and mentoring requirements for the ICF PCC credential.
- Verified professional standards:
Your training hours, mentoring hours, and learning outcomes meet ICF standards.
- Quality assurance:
The programme was evaluated and approved by the ICF for its content, structure, and adherence to coaching core competencies.
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Course Content
The bundle enables you to build strong foundations in professional coaching before deepening your skills through advanced practice.
Across both modules, you apply what you learn in live coaching sessions, engage in reflective practice, and receive feedback to strengthen your coaching presence and confidence. The structured, practice-led approach supports the gradual integration of new skills into your coaching work. It prepares you to work more effectively with complex client situations and progress toward PCC-level credentialing.
Module 1 - Certification
The course starts by covering the foundation of coaching:
Definition of coaching
Coaching dos and don’ts
Difference with mentoring, therapy and consulting
Coaching philosophy and values
ICF and EMCC accreditations and credentialing paths
Structure of a coaching session and a coaching engagement
Coaching demo and practice
You will develop core competencies to become a great coach. Our competency model is based on the ICF and the EMCC competency frameworks. It includes:
Contracting
Active listening
Powerful questioning
Effective communication
Facilitating client growth
Ethical practice
Coaching presence
Trust & safety
Professional development
You will learn how to use evidence-based theorie, tools, and models in your coaching to understand your clients better and help them reach their full potential:
Positive psychology
Personality psychology
Emotional intelligence
Cognitive biases
ABC model
Metaphors
Change model
Students practice coaching with each other every time they meet.
You will be split in pairs or in triads to get confident in the coaching process and apply coaching skills in a safe learning environment. You will not do any role-play, but coach each other on real topics.
The trainer joins a group every day to observe the sessions and provide detailed, personalised, and empowering feedback to participants. The group then comes back together and a bigger debrief is made to allow everyone to share their learning and inspire each other.
The certification includes 10 hours of Mentor Coaching, which is one of the requirements when you apply for an ICF credential.
On the last two half-days of the training, you will complete the group mentor coaching (7 hours). Students will coach each other in front of the whole group, while the others will observe and learn from the coach. A discussion is then facilitated by the trainer who also gives feedback.
In the three months following the end of the course, you will complete the 3 hours of individual mentor coaching with your mentor. These 3 sessions of an hour each will enable you to ask questions, review the audio recording of sessions, and discuss your coursework.
Module 2 - Advanced Coach Training
The focus is on developing the depth, presence, and professional judgement required for advanced coaching practice. You explore what distinguishes competent coaching from consistently effective, PCC-level coaching, with an emphasis on integration rather than technique accumulation.
ICF PCC Markers: Deepen your understanding of PCC-level markers and how they are demonstrated in coaching sessions.
Coaching the person, not the problem: Learn to work beyond surface-level goals by engaging the whole person, supporting awareness, insight, and sustainable change.
Architecture of powerful questions: Refine your use of language to craft questions that invite depth, challenge assumptions, and open new perspectives without directing the client.
Reflective cycle: Use structured reflection to examine your coaching patterns, strengthen your self-awareness and engage in continuous professional development.
This section strengthens your ability to draw on established psychological approaches to inform your coaching practice, while maintaining clear professional boundaries. The emphasis is on when and how to apply these perspectives ethically and effectively in coaching conversations.
Carl Rogers’ person-centred approach: Deepen your capacity to create a coaching relationship grounded in empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard, supporting trust and client autonomy.
Cognitive behavioural coaching: Learn to work with thinking patterns, beliefs, and behaviours to support clients in creating practical, sustainable change aligned with their goals.
Mindfulness coaching: Integrate mindfulness-based approaches to enhance client awareness, emotional regulation, and presence, both within and beyond coaching sessions.
Somatic coaching: Explore how embodied awareness can support insight and change by working with physical sensations, posture, and energy as part of the coaching process.
This section develops your understanding of coaching supervision and how it supports professional growth, ethical practice, and reflective mastery. You will explore different supervision formats and learn to use supervision as a tool for continuous improvement in your own coaching practice.
Difference between coaching supervision and mentor coaching: Understand the distinct purposes, focus, and outcomes of supervision versus mentor coaching, and how each supports your professional development.
Role and purpose of coaching supervision: Learn how supervision promotes accountability, ethical practice, and deeper self-awareness in complex coaching situations.
Students practice coaching with each other every time they meet.
You will be split in pairs or in triads to get confident in the coaching process and apply coaching skills in a safe learning environment. You will not do any role-play, but coach each other on real topics.
The trainer joins a group every day to observe the sessions and provide detailed, personalised, and empowering feedback to participants. The group then comes back together and a bigger debrief is made to allow everyone to share their learning and inspire each other.
The certification includes 10 hours of Mentor Coaching, which is one of the requirements when you apply for an ICF credential.
On the last two half-days of the training, you will complete the group mentor coaching (7 hours). Students will coach each other in front of the whole group, while the others will observe and learn from the coach. A discussion is then facilitated by the trainer who also gives feedback.
In the three months following the end of the course, you will complete the 3 hours of individual mentor coaching with your mentor. These 3 sessions of an hour each will enable you to ask questions, review the audio recording of sessions, and discuss your coursework.
How you will learn
The to courses of the bundle are structured the same way. They both combine structured learning, reflective practice, self-study, and mentor coaching to help you develop your coaching competence. You will progress through a sequence of prework, interactive classes, self-directed study, supervision, and final evaluation to ensure you graduate ready to demonstrate ACC-level coaching skills after module 1, and PCC-level coaching skills by the end of the module 2.
- Prework & Preparation:
Watch video lessons and complete reflective exercises ahead of each class.
- Interactive Classes:
Participate in live sessions with an experienced ICF-credentialed trainer and practice coaching with students.
- Self-study:
Once the classes are over, work through additional lessons in your own time and assess your own coaching practice in preparation for mentoring sessions.
- Individual Mentor Coaching:
Receive detailed feedback and personalised guidance from your mentor on your coaching sessions.
- Final Performance Evaluation:
Demonstrate your coaching skills in a final recording session to receive your Level 1 certificate and Level 2 diploma.
Become a Certified Advanced Coach
Choose the start date that suits you during registration. Flexible payment options available.
Groups are limited to 9 participants. Enrolment closes once the cohort is full, so early registration is recommended.
Best value
Level 1 & Level 2 Bundle
Complete the two modules or our Advanced DIploma€7,800€6,300
Save €1,500- Add the Advanced Coach Training
- Develop your coaching to PCC standards
- Become a Certified Advanced Coach
- Pathway to ICF ACC & PCC
From coaches who’ve been there
"The learning I gained was second to none and I was grateful of the opportunity to apply theory into coaching practice throughout the course. I searched many trainings before deciding on this one and I definitely made the right choice!"
"I opted for both the Professional Skills Certification and Advanced Diploma and I couldn't be happier with my experience.The small classes made it easy to connect with others in the group plus this allowed enough time to discuss the various theories, tools and foundations for a solid understanding. As for content, the included handbooks were clear, concise and organised."
"I highly recommend this programme to anyone seeking a coaching education that is as rigorous as it is expansive. The curriculum establishes a robust theoretical foundation while offering a deep dive into specialised modalities such as somatic coaching and mindfulness. Expect abundant personal challenges and experiential learning!"
"Attending the Coach Certification training was such a great experience. I enjoyed that we were 6 participants and we got to know each other and support each other. I enjoyed the combination between theory and practice. I can see the difference that practicing coaching during the training did, I gained the confidence that I can coach and changing my career from IT to being a coach."
"The small group size was great as it resulted in a really open and safe learning environment. The course is packed with models and theories so you really feel prepared for anything your clients might come to you with. The course also provides a straightforward coach session structure which means you build confidence quickly and focus less on 'a structure' and more on coaching."
"Overall, I give the Institute of Coaching Studies training course an A* and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to get ICF accredited."
Frequently Asked Questions
More questions? Visit our extended FAQ, send us an email or schedule a call with an Advisor.
If you want to learn coaching skills and apply for your ICF ACC credential, you may register for the certification. You will still be able to complete the advanced coach training at a later stage.
If you already know you want to commit to becoming a coach and apply for your ICF PCC credential one day, we recommend you enrol for the Diploma directly and complete both modules. Instead of paying two courses at the full price, you will save more than €1,000 on the advanced course.
Both modules of the diploma are delivered in English.
The Advanced Diploma in Coaching is for anyone who wants to develop a solid foundation in coaching with an extensive knowledge in psychological theories and models.
The Advanced Diploma in Coaching comprises two modules:
Professional Coaching Skills Certification
Advanced Coach Training
Both modules are 75-hour programmes and include live classes, videos and reflections, self-study, and group and individual mentor coaching.
It can take 8 to 12 months to complete the diploma, depending on your training dates and your commitment to complete the asynchronous part of the training.
You can read more about our approach here.
Because our approach is centered on the whole person, rather than the problem clients come to coaching for, graduates of the diploma can specialise in many different areas of coaching: life, career, leadership & executive, relationships, confidence, success, well-being, business, etc.
If you are sponsored by your employer or wish to pay with an invoice/by bank transfer, please contact us by email to request a quote that you will be able to submit to your company. If you prefer to pay yourself, we will send you the invoice by email.
Is the course bundle for me?
This bundle is designed for those who want a clear, structured pathway from core coaching skills through to advanced professional practice. It is suitable if you are starting your professional coaching journey or if you have some experience and want to develop your skills in a coherent, progressive way that supports long-term credentialing.
By completing Level 1 and Level 2 together, you build strong foundations first, then deepen your practice.
Live virtual classes across both programmes
Structured self-directed study and reflection
Mentored coaching sessions with detailed feedback
Prepare for both your ICF ACC and PCC credentials
Choose this course if...
You want to develop as a professional coach over time, rather than through different courses. This bundle is ideal if you want to coach the person, not the problem, work confidently with a wide range of clients, and gradually build the depth, presence, and critical thinking required for advanced coaching practice.
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