Your Path to Executive Coaching Starts Here
The Center for Executive Coaching offers multiple paths to becoming a certified executive coach, all grounded in practical tools, expert-led support, and optional ICF accreditation. Whether you want to learn at your own pace, attend live sessions, dive into a team coaching niche, or earn a dual certification with a university partner, CEC offers the right fit for your goals and lifestyle.
Choose a Certification Path That Fits
Start with the fundamentals or pursue your ICF credential with our practical, results-focused training. Whether you prefer to learn at your own pace or in a live format, each path includes the structure, tools, and expert support to help you coach with confidence.
Core Executive Coaching Certification
Start coaching right away with our flexible self-paced format and expert-led support.
Full Program to ICF Certification
Everything you need for an ICF credential - training, mentor coaching, and performance evaluations included.
Virtual Seminar Certification
Get certified in a fast-track, live virtual format. Includes our complete Core curriculum.
In-Person Seminar Certification
Immerse yourself in hands-on learning at a destination seminar.
Advanced & Niche Certifications
Elevate your expertise and expand your services with specialized certifications. These programs include deep dives into team coaching, academic-backed credentials, and advanced ICF pathways like the ACTC designation, ideal for coaches looking to stand out with niche expertise or dual credentials.
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CEC Team Coaching Certification
Specialize in coaching teams with frameworks, supervision, and tools to navigate group dynamics.
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ICF Advanced Certification in Team Coaching (ACTC)
For experienced coaches pursuing ICF's advanced team coaching credential. Includes coaching supervision.
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University-Backed Dual Certification
Earn your certification through our academic partnerships with respected institutions.
Continuing Coach Education
Workshop Series
Stay sharp and maintain your ICF credential with CCE-eligible sessions led by top faculty. These 3-hour virtual workshops give you fresh tools, real-world strategies, and optional credentials to grow your coaching practice and stay ahead in the field.
Expand Your Skills. Maintain Your ICF Credential
Join our 2025 Workshop Series for practical, CCE-eligible training delivered by world-class coaching faculty.
Session Topics Include:
- Create Leverage & Grow Your Business
- Agile Coach Certification
- Consulting Skills for Coaches
- Emotional Intelligence in Coaching
- Coaching with Metaphors
Earn up to 24 CEUs through single sessions or discounted bundles.
| Program | Best For | Credential Path | Format | Time to Complete | Key Features | Price | Learn More |
| CEC Core Program | Independent learners who want flexibility with live faculty support | CEC Executive Coach Certification | Hybrid (On-Demand + Live Virtual) | 3–6 months (varies by pace) | Weekly training webinars, business development tools, access to faculty | $5,490 | View Program |
| CEC Virtual Seminar Program | Coaches who want a fast-tracked, live training format | CEC Executive Coach Certification | Live Virtual | Immediate certification | Live sessions, virtual breakouts, certification issued at completion | $8,350 | View Program |
| CEC In-Person Seminar | Coaches who learn best in a hands-on, immersive environment | CEC Executive Coach Certification | In-Person | Immediate certification | Peer interaction, real-time feedback, post-event member access | $9,350 | View Program |
| CEC Team Coaching Certification | Coaches who want to specialize in team coaching | CEC Team Coach Certification | Hybrid (On-Demand + Live Virtual) | 3–6 months | Team-focused tools, live group labs, flexible progression | $3,900 | View Program |
| University-Backed Certifications | Professionals seeking academic recognition alongside coach training | Dual CEC + University-Issued Certification | Online or In-Person | 5–6 months (online) / 3 days (seminar) | Weekly live labs or 3-day immersive, academic and CEC credential | $9,350 – $12,330 | View Program |
| Full Program | New and experienced coaches who want an accelerated program | ACC & PCC | Hybrid (On-Demand + Live Virtual) | 3–4 months | Includes all required training and mentor coaching hours acceleration by virtual seminar. | $10,780 | View Program |
| ICF Program: Path to Certification | Professionals seeking a certification experience that fits their schedule | ACC & PCC | Hybrid (On-Demand + Live Virtual) | 3–6 months | Structured curriculum, flexible pacing, peer support, mentor coaching | $8,350 | View Program |
| BCC Program | Professionals seeking a certification experience that fits their schedule | BCC | Hybrid (On-Demand + Live Virtual) | 2-4 months | Available select times each year, multi-hour live webinars, tools to keep | $5,490 | View Program |
| Upgrade from ACC to PCC | ACC-certified coaches ready to level up | PCC | On-Demand + Live Optional | 2–3 months | Pathway to earning all coach training hours | $5,390 | View Program |
| ICF Advanced Certified Team Coaching Program | Coaches pursuing ICF ACTC credential | ACTC | On-Demand + Live Optional | 3–6 months | Advanced team coaching training, coaching supervision hours, tools and practicum | $4,080 | View Program |
| Continued Certified Coaching Series | Coaches seeking to earn CCE hours for recertification & deeper skillsets | CEUs (Coach Education Units) | Live Virtual | 3-hour sessions | Available select times each year, multi-hour live webinars, tools to keep | $150 | View Program |
Why Coaches Choose the Center for Executive Coach Certification
Multiple Format Options
Self-paced, live virtual, in-person intensives
ICF-Accredited Programs
Self-paced, live virtual, in-person intensives
ICF-Accredited Programs
Self-paced, live virtual, in-person intensives
Real-World Training
Practical tools you can apply immediately
Recognized & Trusted
Thousands of coaches certified worldwide
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