Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the coach training?
- The program is self-paced and designed to be completed within 8 weeks. However some people complete the program sooner and some take longer. Everyone is different.
How do I access the training?
- You will access in the training center.
- The training video, audio, and notes.
- We do not mail books or videos.
How do I complete the program?
To complete the program, you must:
- Complete and submit all assignments and quizzes.
- Complete one session as the final exam.
What's the timeline for completion?
- You have unlimited access to the coach training and certification course.
- If you have not completed the program after one year you will have to pay $47 for your certification.
- When you join, you have a one-year membership to the rest of the student center. This includes the Business & Marketing training, The Coach’s Success Path, Tools, Exercises, Library, Live Calls, and more.
- After one year, you can renew for $197 a year.
What's the weekly time commitment?
If you would like to complete the program in the recommended 8-weeks we suggest 3-4 hours per week.
- Up to 2-hours of video watch time per week
- 1-2 hours of homework, most weeks.
What kind of computer or software do I need?
- Nothing fancy!
- You just need a computer with access to the web, of course.
- You should be able to stream videos and download/upload materials like photos and documents.
What if I change my mind halfway through the training? Can I quit?
- If your are passionately drawn to coaching, starting a coaching business, assisting people to change their life, this program is for you.
- It is for the most committed individuals.
- If leaving the door open to quit is a strong concern for you, we invite you to take it as a sign that the program is not right for you.
- When you sign up for the self-paced program, you are also getting access to our materials that you can download to your computer to keep.
- Therefore, we do not offer refunds for the program.
- If you choose the payment plan option, we will cancel your remaining payments.
Is this program approved by the ICF?
- MBS is not an ICF CCE provider.
- The ICF only accepts live or live-online training.
- Therefore, the self-study program is not approved by the ICF.
Do I need to have ICF credentials to become a coach?
- No. The coaching industry is not regulated.
- There is no official certification or license for you to become a professional coach (life coach, business coach, etc.) in the USA.
- There are many educational programs like MBS that will award you with a certificate upon completion. This means that you have been trained as a coach and have successfully completed a training program. With training and certification, you will be more credible to clients as a coach.
- The ICF is a voluntary organization that attempts to govern and regulate coaching. Although legally, they have no power to do this, within the coaching profession, they are viewed as the strongest of organizations.
- Keep in mind that over 95% of clients will not have heard of the ICF and thus care more about certification titles and training then governing bodies.
Do clients check to see if I am ICF accredited?
- Clients generally do not know who the ICF is and what they do. Clients are most often only concerned that you are trained and certified.
- However, if you are seeking employment with large organizations, they often look for ICF accredited coaches when hiring.
What certificate will I get when I complete the program?
Upon successful completion, you will receive a soft copy and logo: