Why Coach Training Alliance?
Why Coach Training Alliance?
Choosing coach training means choosing how you’ll learn, practice, and prepare to use your skills. The right fit depends on what matters to you.
Here’s a closer look at CTA’s approach—and what it could mean for your learning experience.
A partnership built on curiosity.
CTA’s coaching philosophy recognizes clients as creative, resourceful, and whole. You learn to listen closely, ask useful questions, and help clients explore their own choices and actions.
You don’t need to have all the answers. You develop the skills to support someone else’s thinking, decisions, and follow-through.
Live learning with a small, consistent group.
The 22-week Certified Coach Program brings together a cohort of 10–12 students for weekly live audio classes, supported by study and coaching practice between sessions.
- Learn alongside the same group throughout the program.
- Participate in discussion, coaching demonstrations, and practice.
- Develop your listening and presence through an audio-based learning format.
Classes meet at scheduled times. Consider both the live sessions and the work between classes when deciding whether the format fits your life.
Learn, discuss, and experience coaching.
The Coach Training Accelerator provides readings, audio, exercises, and practical resources. Live classes give you space to discuss the material and connect it with coaching conversations.
Coach-the-Coach sessions add direct instructor feedback on your coaching. You can recognize what’s working and identify what to practice next.
Explore the 22-Week Program Journey →Prepare to use your skills with real people.
Coaching skills and practice-building work develop together. You’ll explore who you want to help, how to communicate the value of your coaching, and how to connect with potential clients.
Students are supported in beginning to work with fee-based clients during training. Your progress will depend on your practice, participation, and outreach. You can also consider how coaching fits into your existing work.
Certification and the optional ICF pathway
Students who successfully complete CTA’s program requirements earn the CTA Certified Coach (CTACC) certification.
An International Coaching Federation (ICF) credential is a separate professional credential with additional requirements. Completing the CCP does not automatically award an ICF credential.
You can decide whether to pursue that pathway as your coaching experience develops. Ask Lisa to clarify the education pathway, mentor coaching, and other requirements.
Tuition, materials, and what to ask before enrolling
Review current tuition and payment options for the class you’re considering. Ask what is included and whether any additional costs apply to your goals.
- What are the live class dates and attendance expectations?
- How much time should I allow for study and practice?
- What materials, certification, and graduate resources are included?
- If I pursue an ICF credential, what additional steps and costs should I plan for?
Meet the people and explore graduate opportunities
Learn more about the people who teach at CTA, hear graduates’ experiences, and explore opportunities for continued learning.
Want to get a feel for coaching?
Join the free Becoming A Certified Coach workshop to see coaching demonstrated, ask questions, and learn more about the training. You don’t need to have made a decision.
Attend the Free Workshop →Have a specific question? Email Lisa in Admissions