{"id":5671,"date":"2021-09-16T23:39:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-17T04:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/clone-of-the-ultimate-introduction-to-coaching-certifications-page-1"},"modified":"2022-02-01T15:57:49","modified_gmt":"2022-02-01T20:57:49","slug":"types-of-certifications","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-certifications\/types-of-certifications\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Introduction to Coaching Certifications page 2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[tcb-script src=&#8221;\/\/load.sumome.com\/&#8221; data-sumo-site-id=&#8221;42e89c242667299241070873ced823e1070b07c4fcc29785a85dc5217e88f80a&#8221;][\/tcb-script]<span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5689\" width=\"55\" data-init-width=\"55\" height=\"78\" data-init-height=\"78\" title=\"chapter2Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter2Icon.png\" data-width=\"55\" data-height=\"78\" style=\"\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">CHAPTER 2<\/h4>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\"><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" style=\"\">Types Of Coaching Certifications<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5692\" width=\"47\" data-init-width=\"47\" height=\"1\" data-init-height=\"1\" title=\"chapter2Underline\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter2Underline.png\" data-width=\"47\" data-height=\"1\" style=\"\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Now that we\u2019ve talked about both sides of the \u201c<em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">should I get a coaching certification?\u201d <\/em>question, we\u2019ll get into various elements you need to think about if you are seriously considering online certifications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: 'nova reg';\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">First things first\u2026<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">When it comes to coaching certification programs, such as a life coach certification, there\u2019s no such thing as a \u201cone-size-fits-all\u201d situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5690\" width=\"458\" data-init-width=\"458\" height=\"170\" data-init-height=\"170\" title=\"chapter2Image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter2Image.png\" data-width=\"458\" data-height=\"170\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h5 data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" style=\"\" data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\">The truth is, there\u2019s a ton of coaching certifications and programs that claim to be the \u201cbest\u201d in the industry, but the reality is most of these programs fall way short.<\/h5>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;; font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">They fail to equip coaches with the tools, techniques, and skills they need in order to become extraordinary coaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: 'nova reg';\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">So, when you\u2019re ready to choose a certification program, it\u2019s absolutely critical that you give yourself enough time and space to consider the benefits and drawbacks of these programs.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;; font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Just about every single coaching certification program out there can be categorized into 2 overarching types of certifications:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5700\" width=\"103\" data-init-width=\"103\" height=\"129\" data-init-height=\"129\" title=\"coachOrientedIcon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/coachOrientedIcon.png\" data-width=\"103\" data-height=\"129\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"color: rgb(91, 169, 186); font-size: 26px; font-family: &quot;nova bold new&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Coach-orientedprograms<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5698\" width=\"105\" data-init-width=\"105\" height=\"130\" data-init-height=\"130\" title=\"clientOrientedIcon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/clientOrientedIcon.png\" data-width=\"105\" data-height=\"130\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"color: rgb(91, 169, 186); font-size: 26px; font-family: &quot;nova bold new&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Client-orientedprograms<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">There are strengths behind both types of certifications and you need to know how to tell the difference between the two so you can pick an option that\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5701\" width=\"57\" data-init-width=\"57\" height=\"71\" data-init-height=\"71\" title=\"coachOrientedIconSmall\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/coachOrientedIconSmall.png\" data-width=\"57\" data-height=\"71\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"color: rgb(91, 169, 186);\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: &quot;nova bold new&quot;; font-size: 27px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Coach-oriented programs<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;; font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">are generally designed to support a professional coach in a formal setting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">At the core, many coach-oriented certifications are designed around \u201cwhat\u201d a coach does during a session. This often means student coaches are taught to follow specific rules and structures based on traditional coaching methods. They mostly focus on coaching through asking questions, and do not encourage offering counseling, consulting, or advice in a client session.<\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5699\" width=\"58\" data-init-width=\"58\" height=\"72\" data-init-height=\"72\" title=\"clientOrientedIconSmall\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/clientOrientedIconSmall.png\" data-width=\"58\" data-height=\"72\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"color: rgb(91, 169, 186); font-family: &quot;nova bold new&quot;; font-weight: 400; font-size: 27px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Client-oriented programs<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">are geared toward\u2026 you guessed it\u2026 the client!<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">This type of program is designed to guide coaches to work with a wide spectrum of clients in their zone of genius. Client-oriented coaching programs give students the skills they need to customize coaching tools and techniques so they can maximize results for every single client they work with.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: 'nova reg';\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">So, if you happen to be an Executive Coach, you can work with brand, new CEOs and also experienced CEOs who\u2019ve been doing what they do for years or even decades.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: 'nova reg';\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Client-oriented programs are designed around \u201c<em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">how<\/em>\u201d a coach works with a client and usually includes a business-based segment so student coaches can reach their goals as a coach and as a business owner.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Keep in mind that these categories are general guidelines that work for most certification programs and there are some programs that are both client and coach-oriented.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"a screenshot of a computer\" data-id=\"4840\" width=\"610\" data-init-width=\"610\" height=\"73\" data-init-height=\"73\" title=\"chapter1TakeAction-min\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter1TakeAction-min.png\" data-width=\"610\" data-height=\"73\" style=\"\" data-uw-rm-ima-original=\"a screenshot of a computer\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The following questions will help you find clarity on the different types of certifications, and how to choose which program is right for you at this time in your coaching journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5685\" width=\"22\" data-init-width=\"22\" height=\"27\" data-init-height=\"27\" title=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/1.png\" data-width=\"22\" data-height=\"27\" style=\"\" mt-d=\"-1\" mt-m=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">What would feel like a great foundational platform for your coaching work\u2026 a certification program that\u2019s based on rules or something that\u2019s a lot more flexible? <em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">(note: coach-oriented programs are based on rules, whereas client-oriented programs are usually more flexible)<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5686\" width=\"29\" data-init-width=\"31\" height=\"25\" data-init-height=\"27\" title=\"2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2.png\" data-width=\"29\" data-height=\"25\" style=\"\" mt-d=\"0\" mt-m=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Would you like to have business insights, guidance, and strategies around starting and growing a professional coaching business? <em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">(note: if your answer is yes, look for client-oriented certification programs. Coach-oriented programs are less likely to provide any business training.)<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5687\" width=\"29\" data-init-width=\"30\" height=\"26\" data-init-height=\"27\" title=\"3\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3.png\" data-width=\"29\" data-height=\"26\" style=\"\" mt-m=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">&nbsp;Do you like the idea of experimenting with coaching tools and techniques in your client sessions or finding new ways to work with established coaching techniques?<em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">(note: if your answer is yes, look for client-oriented certification programs. Coach-oriented programs tend to teach and follow coaching techniques that are proven and effective, yet not flexible to experimentation.)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-certifications#Chapter1\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\"><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"4\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Chapter 1<\/span><\/h5>\n<h4 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Get A Coaching Certification\u2026 Yes or No?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#tve-jump-1749bcfa884\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\"><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Chapter <\/span>2<\/span><\/h5>\n<h4 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Types Of Coaching Certifications<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#Chapter3\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\"><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Chapter 3<\/span><\/h5>\n<h4 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">What Are Accredited Coaching Certification Programs?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-certifications\/how-to-choose\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\"><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Chapter 4<\/span><\/h5>\n<h4 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Before You Sign Up For A Coaching Certification Program\u2026<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-certifications\/how-to-choose#Chapter5\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\"><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Chapter 5<\/span><\/h5>\n<h4 style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-mod=\"\">What About Life Coaching Certifications?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><\/a><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5693\" width=\"55\" data-init-width=\"55\" height=\"78\" data-init-height=\"78\" title=\"chapter3Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter3Icon.png\" data-width=\"55\" data-height=\"78\" style=\"\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">CHAPTER 3<\/h4>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\"><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" style=\"\">What Are Accredited Coaching Certification Programs?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5697\" width=\"47\" data-init-width=\"47\" height=\"1\" data-init-height=\"1\" title=\"chapter3Underline\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter3Underline.png\" data-width=\"47\" data-height=\"1\" style=\"\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">At the time of this writing, just about any coach can create his or her own certification program from the ground up and many experienced coaches do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: 'nova reg';\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">How this works is these established coaches share their principles, philosophies, and some of their coaching techniques with a large audience of brand new coaches or coaches who want to expand their knowledge.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Then these experienced coaches invite people to join their certification program to learn their unique coaching methodology which is usually based on hundreds of hours of work they\u2019ve done with real-world clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5694\" width=\"323\" data-init-width=\"323\" height=\"287\" data-init-height=\"287\" title=\"chapter3Img\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter3Img.png\" data-width=\"323\" data-height=\"287\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">These types of certifications are generally not accredited.<\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><strong data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Accredited programs have been approved by a recognized authority in the coaching industry.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5705\" width=\"283\" data-init-width=\"283\" height=\"110\" data-init-height=\"110\" title=\"icfLogo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/icfLogo.png\" data-width=\"283\" data-height=\"110\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">One of the most popular coaching authorities in the world is the <a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"International Coaching Federation - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/$internationalcoachingfederation\" style=\"outline: none;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\" rel=\"noopener\">International Coaching Federation<\/a> or ICF and it\u2019s often considered to be the gold standard for formal, professional coaching.<\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5703\" width=\"280\" data-init-width=\"280\" height=\"122\" data-init-height=\"122\" title=\"emccCCElogo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/emccCCElogo.png\" data-width=\"280\" data-height=\"122\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Other global coaching bodies include the European Mentoring &amp; Coaching Council (EMCC) and the Continuing Coach Education (CCE).<\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><strong data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Benefits of accredited certification program<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">One of the best things about choosing an accredited certification program is that potential clients who are thinking about working with you know that they are connecting with a trained coach. In other words, an accredited coaching certification can boost your credibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: 'nova reg';\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Another benefit is that many accredited certification programs offer additional support such as a community of professional coaches you can turn to if you have a question or feel stuck in your work with clients.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: 'nova reg';\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Accredited certification programs are also known to be formal in their delivery and teaching materials and, if this is something that\u2019s important to you, an accredited program might just be the right fit.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Plus, the coaching tools and techniques you\u2019ll come across in most accredited programs have been tested-and-proven to benefit clients. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><strong data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Downside of accredited certification program<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5695\" width=\"989\" data-init-width=\"989\" height=\"749\" data-init-height=\"749\" title=\"chapter3Infographic\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter3Infographic.png\" data-width=\"989\" data-height=\"749\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5696\" width=\"610\" data-init-width=\"610\" height=\"73\" data-init-height=\"73\" title=\"chapter3TakeAction\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chapter3TakeAction.png\" data-width=\"610\" data-height=\"73\" style=\"\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The following questions will help you find clarity on whether an accredited certification program is right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">1.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"> If you\u2019re a new coach or if you\u2019re thinking about becoming a coach, is it important to you to start working with clients as soon as possible?<\/span><em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">(note: if your answer is yes, an accredited program might not be a good fit at this time)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-family: &quot;nova bold new&quot;; font-size: 40px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">2<\/span><span style=\"font-family: &quot;nova bold new&quot;; font-size: 40px;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">&nbsp;Is being part of an international community of professional coaches a major priority for you?<em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">&nbsp;(note: if your answer is yes, look for an accredited program that offers additional support with a global community of trained coaches. <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/courses\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"You can also look for respected online coaching courses that include a community experience. - opens in new tab\" uw-rm-external-link-id=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/courses$youcanalsolookforrespectedonlinecoachingcoursesthatincludeacommunityexperience.\" style=\"outline: none;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"na\" rel=\"noopener\"><em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">You can also look for respected online coaching courses that include a community experience.<\/em><\/a><em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">)<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">3.<\/p>\n<p style=\"\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px; font-family: &quot;nova reg&quot;;\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"> Do you want to begin working with paying clients right away? <em data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">(note: if your answer is yes, you can look for an accredited program that allows you to charge for all your client coaching hours. Alternatively, sign up for a recommended and respected coaching program where student coaches can immediately implement what they learn in paid coaching sessions.)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><a href=\"\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-certifications\" aria-label=\"www.mindvalley.com\" title=\"www.mindvalley.com\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5688\" width=\"124\" data-init-width=\"124\" height=\"43\" data-init-height=\"43\" title=\"backButton\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/backButton.png\" data-width=\"124\" data-height=\"43\" style=\"\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/a><\/span><span data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><a href=\"\/ultimate-guide-to-coaching-certifications\/how-to-choose\" aria-label=\"www.mindvalley.com\" title=\"www.mindvalley.com\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"false\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"5702\" width=\"161\" data-init-width=\"173\" height=\"40\" data-init-height=\"43\" title=\"continueButton\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mindvalley.com\/coach\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/continueButton.png\" data-width=\"161\" data-height=\"40\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[tcb-script src=&#8221;\/\/load.sumome.com\/&#8221; data-sumo-site-id=&#8221;42e89c242667299241070873ced823e1070b07c4fcc29785a85dc5217e88f80a&#8221;][\/tcb-script] CHAPTER 2 Types Of Coaching Certifications Now that we\u2019ve talked about both sides of the \u201cshould I get a coaching certification?\u201d question, we\u2019ll get into various elements you need to think about if you are seriously considering online certifications. 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