Life Coaching Certificate Program

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Overview

Become a Mentor to Others With a Life Coach Certificate From GCU

The Graduate Certificate of Completion in Life Coaching program at Grand Canyon University blends psychology, sociology and counseling practices that you can use to help others reach their personal and professional potential. This College of Humanities and Social Sciences program is a study of cognition, motivation, leadership theory, communication and observations so that you can help your clients build and sustain life balance while simultaneously increasing their opportunities for success.

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Locations

Online

Tuition Rate

Online: $590 per credit [More Info]

Course Information

Credits: 16

Online: 8 weeks 

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Transfer Credits

The University will accept one course of the total certificate requirements in transfer.

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Admission Requirements

  • Undergraduate Degree*
  • 2.8+ GPA
  • Or Passing Test Scores:

  • GMAT: 500
  • GRE: 300 combined**

Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).
Why GCU

Benefits of GCU's Life Coaching Certificate

The life coaching certificate is ideal for those who seek advanced education and have already earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, counseling or a related field. Courses in both individual and organizational coaching strategies can improve knowledge, skills, communication and understanding of others’ motivations to help them succeed.

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Earn Your Life Coach Certificate Online

At GCU, you can earn your life coach certificate online and gain advanced mentoring skills on a flexible schedule. As a student in this coaching certificate program, you will be taught by faculty who are knowledgeable in the coaching arena. As a working professional, you will also have access to GCU’s online learning experience, which includes resources and tools, so you can pursue the next step in your academic journey with added convenience.

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Life Coaching Certificate Program Course Topics

GCU’s graduate life coach certificate program encourages you to explore advanced cognitive theory, study individuals’ habits to help them improve personally, professionally or spiritually, and interpret assessments to help you develop efficient, ethical coaching strategies. The life coaching certificate program also places strong emphasis on the following topics: motivation, leadership theory, communication and data analysis.

This life coaching certificate program exposes you to a variety of topics, including:

Comparisons between coaching, psychology, cognition and counseling
Techniques and skills for individuals
Techniques and skills for organizations
Assessments
Careers

Career Opportunities With a Graduate Life Coaching Certificate

Employment prospects for life coaching certificate graduates include working with a range of diverse individuals, groups and professional organizations. You can work as an entrepreneur within a private organization or healthcare facility, or you may choose to work on behalf of individuals or families.

Throughout the course of the life coach certificate program, you are exposed to a variety of peer occupations and situations that may be seeking your services.

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Graduate Life Coaching Certificate Program FAQs

If you are interested in advancing your coaching skills with a life coach certificate, learn more from the frequently asked questions below.

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Courses

Course List

Credit Summary

Major16 Credits

Degree Requirements16 Credits

Core Courses

PSY-610

4 Total Credits

Introduction to Coaching

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PSY-611

4 Total Credits

Individual Coaching

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PSY-612

4 Total Credits

Business and Organization Coaching

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PSY-613

4 Total Credits

Assessment/Facilitation

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Make a Difference in the Lives of Others

Help people on their life paths. Enroll in a life coach certificate program at GCU.

  • Please note that this list may contain programs and courses not presently offered, as availability may vary depending on class size, enrollment and other contributing factors. If you are interested in a program or course listed herein please first contact your University Counselor for the most current information regarding availability.
  • Please refer to the Academic Catalog for more information. Programs or courses subject to change.