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COACH EDUCATION

The Most Comprehensive Path to ICF Certification

Get certified and launch your coaching career with confidence - and efficiency. The Full CEC Program is your accelerated path to ICF certification, combining our Virtual Seminar, self-paced learning, and mentor coaching to meet all education requirements. You’ll gain access to proprietary tools, business-building strategies, and bonus certifications in Business and Career Coaching. With real-world training, hands-on support, and on-going access to hundreds of resources, this program gives you everything you need to stand out - without wasting time.

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the full program

Developed for Professionals Looking to Accelerate
ICF-Certification

This ICF-accredited program is designed for professionals ready to fast-track their ICF credential while gaining real-world coaching skills and business-ready tools. Fulfill your coach education requirements by attending a live 2- or 3-day virtual seminar, followed by self-paced learning. Then, complete your mentor coaching hours to master the ICF core competencies and be ready to apply for certification. You’ll also receive ongoing access to our member site, packed with executive coaching tools, webinars, and resources to help you coach clients and get results.

What's Included in the
Full CEC Program

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Practice Live & Gain Confidence

 Our seminars are not just talking heads. We include frequent breakouts for live coaching practice, peer interaction, and applied learning in the moment. After the seminar, retain ongoing access to our member site with hundreds of coaching resources.

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A Global Network of Support

Stay connected to peers from your seminar and become part of an active community of professionals from around the world. Our Coach Connection portal and exclusive LinkedIn group connects you to like-minded peers to get advice, recommendations, and even referrals.

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Mentor Coaching & Peer Collaboration 

Complete 10 hours of mentor coaching with ICF-certified professionals and partner with peers through barter coaching to log your required practice hours. Go beyond checking the boxes - gain valuable feedback, sharpen your skills, and build lasting coaching relationships.

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A Complete Executive Coaching Toolkit

Leverage our full Coaching Solutions Toolkit, including assessments, session templates, strategy guides, and coaching methodologies designed to help your clients navigate leadership, communication, team dynamics, and performance challenges.

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Build & Grow a Coaching Business

Our proprietary business development module covers branding, website best practices, and client acquisition strategies. Learn how to price, market, and position your services, define your niche, craft your message, and attract the right clients.

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Bonus Certifications 

In addition your Executive Coaching Certification, you’ll have the opportunity to earn two in-demand specialty certifications: Business Coach Certification and Career Coach Certification from the Center for Executive Coaching, both included with your enrollment at no extra cost.
The Center for Executive Coaching program packages and delivers an entire career-in-a-box. If you’re passionate about the transformative and fulfilling nature of coaching, it gives you that as well. An extensive library of tools, excellent training, and enthusiastic support are all included in this exemplary program.
Mark E. | Co-Founder
Your Certification Roadmap

What to Expect Once You Enroll

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Confirm Your Goal

Choose your ICF certification path - whether you're pursuing your ACC or PCC credential. Based on your selected track, we will help guide you through every step of meeting your requirements to obtain certification.
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Enroll in the Full Program

Purchase the Full CEC Program to accelerate your path to certification through a 2- or 3-day virtual seminar followed by a blend of on demand and live learning to finish.
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Acquire & Log Coach Education Hours

Register for your 2- or 3-day virtual seminar, and gain immediate access to our ICF-accredited curriculum and member site. Post-seminar, complete your remaining hours through a blend of live webinars and on-demand content.
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Acquire & Log Coach Practice Hours

Coach clients or fellow coaches to log your required practice hours. We’ll help you connect with other coaches through our barter coaching network to simplify the process.
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Complete Mentor Coaching Hours

Fulfill your ICF-required mentor coaching hours in parallel with earning coach education and practice hours, and experience growth through our high-impact, mentor coach program.
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Submit Hours to CEC for Validation

Once you’ve met all requirements, submit your logged hours to CEC for review. After validation, you’ll receive a certificate of completion to include in your ICF application.
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Apply for the ICF & Pass the Exam

With your certificate and required documentation, you’re ready to apply - we’ll guide you through the process of applying for ICF certification and completing the exam.

Your Full CEC Program

The Full CEC Program gives you more than training - it’s a launchpad for a successful coaching career. While the ICF grants your official credential, we equip you with everything to get there and thrive afterward. From live intensives and personalized coaching to business-building tools and specialty certifications, this is the all-in-one program for serious coaches looking for the quickest and more interactive route to certification.

Download the Curriculum

Format:

  • Virtual, 100% online
  • Self-pace & self-study

Length:

  • Complete in 4 months depending on your pace and schedule
  • Chose a live 2-day or 3-day seminar
  • Includes a 3-month structured mentor coaching phase and self-study to earn the remainder of training hours

Certification Earned:

  • CEC Executive Coaching Certification

Bonus Certifications (additional steps required for completion):

  • CEC Business Coach Certification
  • CEC Career Coach Certification
  • Board Certified Coach Certification

Pricing & Enrollment:

  • One-time payment: $10,780 (save $220)
  • Monthly plan: 10 payments of $1,100
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October In-Person Executive Coaching Seminar – San Mateo, CA

Seminar Facilitator: Michael Neuendorff, PCC

Certified Coach Credentials: ICF Professional Certified Coach, Certified Mentor Coach

Michael is an executive coach and faculty member at CEC with over 15 years of coaching experience. He specializes in leadership development, communication, team building, and helping executives succeed in new roles. A seasoned facilitator, Michael brings real-world insight, deep assessment expertise, and coaching mastery to every seminar. He's certified in Conversational Intelligence, Genos Emotional Intelligence, Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, and DiSC. A former Oracle marketing director, Michael, also gives back through pro-bono coaching via Nasdaq’s Milestone Makers program.

Event Details

October 16–18, 2025

Day 1: 9:00am–5:00pm PT
Day 2: 8:45am–5:15pm PT
Day 3: 9:00am–5:00pm PT

Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
2000 Bridgepointe Circle, San Mateo, CA 94404

Additional Information: Business casual attire recommended. Materials and light refreshments provided.

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October 16

2025

In-Person Seminar | San Mateo, CA

Day 1: Coaching Foundations

Highlights: Methodologies, assessments, coaching process, and client conversations

9:00am - 5:00pm

October 17

2025

In-Person Seminar | San Mateo, CA

Day 2: Advanced Coaching Techniques

Highlights: Frameworks, strategy coaching, developing coaching plans

8:45am - 5:15pm

October 18

2025

In-Person Seminar | San Mateo, CA

Day 3: Business Coaching + Networking Reception

Highlights: Sales, pricing, marketing, business models, and proposals

Reception: Meet CEC alumni, receive mentorship, and build professional connections

8:45am - 5:15pm

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions on our
ICF Path to Certification

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Not sure which path is right for you? Attend a live info session to meet a CEC program expert, get your questions answered, and see how our certifications work in the real world. No pressure, just real insight to help you move forward with confidence..

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