At Professional Christian Coaching Institute, you don’t have to choose between faith-based training and professional credibility. Our certification and certificate pathways integrate biblical principles with evidence-based coaching methodologies – and every course is fully accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

What this means for you:

  • Earn our Certified Professional Life Coach (CPLC) or Certified Professional Leadership Coach (CPLC) credential – a mark of excellence in Christian coaching.
  • Complete ICF-required training hours for Associate Certified Coach (ACC) or Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credentials.
  • Gain continuing coach education (CCE) units to maintain your existing ICF credential.
  • Train within a supportive community of faith-driven pastors, ministry leaders, and Christian professionals.

Unlike other programs where training hours may not count toward ICF credentialing, our 330+ hours of ICF-accredited coursework ensure your investment builds toward the credentials that matter most.

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Choose Your Certification and Certificate Path

We offer three pathways to professional coaching certification and earning your Level 1/Level 2 certificate. Select the option that aligns with your calling and professional goals:

CPLC

CPLC Certification

Learn more about our CPLC and the pathway to becoming a distinguished Christian coach.

ICF Level 1

Level 1 Certificate

Learn more about our Level 1 Certificate Program and the pathway to earning your ACC.

ICF Level 2

Level 2 Certificate

Learn more about our Level 2 Certificate Program and the pathway to earning your PCC.

Not sure which path is right for you? Compare pathways below or connect with an Academic Advisor.

Compare Certification and Certificate Pathways

Compare the options for the various paths to professional coaching offered at Professional Christian Coaching Institute.

Credential Path

*The Essentials of Life Coaching OR The Essentials of Leadership Coaching.
**All 1:1 mentor coaching must be completed with a PCCI-approved faculty mentor.

Earn Your ICF Credential

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) credential is the gold standard in professional coaching—recognized worldwide by clients, organizations, and fellow coaches. But what does it actually take to earn your Associate Certified Coach (ACC) or Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential?

We’ve done our best to lay out exactly what it takes to earn your ICF credential so you can plan your journey with clarity and confidence.