NOTE: The book Foundations of Professional Coaching is required for successful completion of this exam but is not included with this purchase. Purchase this Online Course Without Book only if you already own the book or ebook.

This package includes the following:

• Online study guide
• Online continuing education exam 

This study guide reinforces the content from the book, Foundations of Professional Coaching (which is not included with this package). It helps you prepare for the 125-question exam that tests your understanding of the concepts presented. 

Once you pass the exam, you can print a certificate for continuing education credits.

Learning Objectives

• List the four key components in the International Coaching Federation’s definition of coaching.
• Compare the four types of learning and their effectiveness.
• Describe the importance of neuroscience and its application to coaching.
• Describe the methods that best help clients establish their goals.
• Explain the importance of the International Coaching Federation’s code of ethics for coaches.
• Discuss the importance of the coach–client contractual agreement and the critical components of such a contract.
• Explain transference and its importance in the coach–client relationship.
• Summarize the factors necessary to develop trust and safety in the relationship with a client.
• Explain how coaches can best develop presence in order to focus intently on client communication.
• List the multiple ways in which coaches can carefully communicate their own ideas, opinions, insights, hunches, and information to clients.
• Discuss the importance of humility when serving clients.
• Summarize the International Coaching Federation’s description of a coaching mindset.

Audience

A continuing education course for personal trainers, fitness instructors, health and wellness coaches, sport coaches, and strength and conditioning professionals.