Certified Christian Life Coaching Programs
“Make me to know your ways, O LORD; teach me your paths”.
Psalm 25:4
Which Christian Life Coaching Program is Right for You?
Whether you’re looking to become a Coach or you’re already a Coach, the Center for Christian Coaching provides training and certification for those who are seeking to serve God by serving others as a Certified Christian Life Coach.
Center for Christian Coaching trainings are based on Christian values, biblical principles, and reflect what we learn from Jesus about the coaching process. We provide all the skills training, resources, and tools necessary to build a thriving coaching practice – all in a Christian training environment and based on faith in God and the truth of His Word.
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Certified Christian Life Coach
Accredited Christian Life Coach Training
Find the Program That’s Right for You
Option 1: Christian Life Coach Certification
Our Foundational Live Online Certification Program
- Complete your training
- Receive your Certified Christian Life Coach Certification and Badge
- Begin coaching
Option 2: Pathway to ICF Level 1/CCNI Credentialing
For those planning to pursue credentialing
In Our ICF-accredited Programs You Will Learn:
- 9How to keep Christ at the center of your coaching
- 9The eight Cornerstone Coaching Skills essential to your long-term success
- 9The ICF Core Competencies and Ethical Standards
- 9How to use coaching assessments, tools, handouts and resources
- 9The difference between coaching, ministry, counseling, and mentoring
- 9How to help your client hear and discern God's Voice
- 9How to cultivate trust and safety with clients
- 9How coaching from a Christian perspective can provide healing and release from fear, limiting mindsets and other barriers
- 9The Christ-Centered Coaching Model
- 9The value of creating a Christ-centered vision and S.M.A.R.T. goals
- 9And so much more...
Christian Life Coach Certification Program Details
- 978 Hours of Christ-Centered ICF-Accredited Training
- 9Weekly Live 2-hour virtual classroom
- 9Private Student Learning Center
- 9Small Class Size - Individualized Attention
- 9Regular Feedback & Support
- 960+ Coaching Tools and Resources
- 9Marketing & Business Building Module
- 9One-on-One Strategy Session for Building Your Business
- 9Alumni Support Community
You will also learn how to prioritize God’s calling in your daily life and work.
A Christian life coach is a powerful instrument in God’s hands, guiding others to discover their purpose, grow in faith, and make biblically sound decisions.
Whether providing encouragement, wisdom, or accountability, they help individuals align their lives with God’s greater plan. Through Christian Coaching, lives are transformed, not just for personal fulfillment but for the glory of God.
People assume that becoming a Christian life coach means launching a coaching business, but coaching is a skillset and there are numerous other ways to use this calling for God’s glory.
A Christian life coach is ultimately a servant of God, equipped to guide, encourage, and uplift others in their spiritual and personal journeys. God may use you where you already have influence and relationships, or He may lead you to start a Christian Life Coaching practice or ministry. It might be a combination of both!
Whatever your calling is, He will lead and provide you with the knowledge and resources needed to serve in His kingdom and fulfill His purpose.
This training will focus on a Christ-centered approach to discovering and fulfilling God’s plan for your life. This model emphasizes integrating Biblical principles into every decision and coaching relationship.
Learn the Business of Coaching
You may be led to integrate faith with entrepreneurship.
This may include starting a Christ-centered business that is rooted in a purpose that goes beyond profits and is focused on serving others, glorifying God, and reflecting His values in every business practice.
At the Center for Christian Coaching, we provide training and resources to support you in this endeavor including:
- A Business and Marketing 101 video series (see details below).
- A 1:1 one-hour consultation with your instructor following your training to review your next steps.
- Videos and written resources to assist you with Christian entrepreneurship.
- Valuable resources to support you as a Christian Life Coach.
Business and Marketing 101 – You will learn:
- 9Create a vision for a Christ-centered business.
- 9Identify your "Who" - your ideal client and decide which coaching services you will offer.
- 9Learn how to perform marketing research.
- 9Follow a business checklist to create the foundation of your coaching business.
- 9Find clarity around God's design for your business.
What We Provide at CCC & What Sets Us Apart
Learn Coaching Skills Based on Biblical Principles
Our program integrates coaching skills with biblical principles, providing you with a solid foundation that aligns with your faith and values. This approach ensures that your coaching is both effective and spiritually enriching.
Unique Class Experience
Experience dynamic classes that go beyond traditional lectures. Our live training in a Christian environment ensures you engage deeply with the material and develop practical skills you can immediately apply.
Resources & Tools
You will receive 60+ Biblically-based tools and handouts to become a successful Christian Life Coach, as well as on-going student support to start and continue your coaching practice.
Impact on Your Own Personal Growth
Joining our program is not just about acquiring new skills; it’s about experiencing spiritual growth yourself. Our curriculum is designed to promote deep personal development, helping you develop into a more confident and effective Christian Coach.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the program, the Center for Chistian Coaching will issue you a Certificate as a Christian Life Coach (C.C.L.C). As a Certified Christian Life Coach you can fulfill God’s calling in life, ministry, or business.
Thriving Alumni Community
Become part of a genuine Christian Community. Our alumni network offers ongoing coaching support, networking within the alumni group, and opportunities to share experiences and successes online, ensuring you remain connected and inspired long after completing the program.
Content & Monthly Schedule
- Christ-Centered Coaching: Preparing to Coach
- How to Anchor your Heart and Mind on Christ
- Developing Discernment
- Listening to God
- The Christ-Centered Coaching Model
- Establishing the Coaching Relationship
- Establishing Clear Coaching Agreements
- 2025 ICF Code of Ethics
- 2025 ICF Core Competencies
- Cornerstone Coaching Skills
- Getting Rid of Judgement
- Standing on Holy Ground
- Active Listening
- Asking Powerful Questions
- Direct Communication
- Raising Self Awareness
- Breaking Down Barriers
- Accountability
- Getting Started with The Client
- The Pre-Coaching Session
- Assessments
- Practicing the Discovery Session
- Applying The Coaching Model
- Christ-Centered Vision
- Creating the Vision – God’s Way
- Setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals that align with God’s Vision
- Live the Dream
- Moving Into Action
- The Coaching Session
- Establishing the Coaching Agreement
- Facilitating Learning and Results
- Coaching Practice
- Identifying Barriers and Obstacles
- Biblically-Based Ways to Overcome Barriers and Obstacles
- Victory in Jesus
- Steps to Building a Thriving Coaching Practice
- Continued Coaching Practice
- Marketing 101: Filling Your Practice!
- Final Recorded Coaching Session for Certification
- Final Online Exam