Professional Coach Training Pathway

(ICF-Aligned)

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Level 1

Coaching Foundations

Level 2

Professional Coaching Skills

Level 3

Advanced Coaching + Mentoring

ICF

ICF Credential Preparation (ACC/PCC/MCC)

Features:
Hands-on training, direct mentoring, practice labs, personal signature development.

LEVEL 1Coaching Foundations

Course Duration and Overview

Duration: While the International Coaching Federation (ICF) requires a minimum of 60 hours for coaching programs, Time Coach Academy offers over 70 hours of blended online and offline training. The learning style is flexible and designed for busy professionals. (Course calendar available)

Time Commitment: If you can dedicate about 5 hours per week (approximately 1 hour per day) for coaching study and practice, you are ready to enroll in this course.

Course Platform: Online classes are held via Google Meet or Zoom, and all students gain access to Time Coach Academy’s dedicated learning platform upon registration.

Session Recordings: All sessions are recorded and shared via our Telegram channel for your convenience.

Course Modules

Da Vinci Code Program

Phase 1
Phase 2

Coaching DNA → ICF Core Competency 2 – Cultivating the Coaching Mindset
Coaching Biology → ICF Coaching Competency 3 – Establishing and Maintaining the Coaching Agreement
The Heart of Coaching → ICF Coaching Competency 4 – Cultivating Trust and Safety
Coaching Meditation → ICF Coaching Competency 5 – Maintaining Presence
The Art of Coaching → ICF Coaching Competency 6 – Active Listening
Thinking Squared → ICF Coaching Competency 7 – Evoking Awareness
Organic Planning → ICF Coaching Competency 8 – Facilitating Client-Directed Learning

ICF Core Competency 1 & Professional Ethics

Coaching Hub → A café-style coaching experience including reading selected books to strengthen coaching skills, and summarizing at least fifteen ISI-indexed research articles to enhance evidence-based coaching practice.
Assessment & Practice → Participants complete coaching exercises, record coaching sessions with transcripts, and receive individual mentor coaching based on recordings. Upon successful completion of assessments, participants are awarded a certificate of achievement.

LEVEL 2Professional Coaching Skills

Course Duration & Structure

Duration: The minimum required hours set by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for the comprehensive level (Level 1 + Level 2) is 125 hours. At Time Coach Academy, you will receive over 140 hours of blended online and offline training, designed flexibly for busy professionals

Your Commitment: If you can dedicate around 5 hours per week (approximately 1 hour daily) for learning and coaching practice, you are ready to enroll.

Session Recordings: Yes, all sessions are recorded and shared through our Telegram channel.

Course Modules

Module 1: Coaching Terminology – Foundational Concepts

Introduction to basic coaching concepts and terminology.
Understanding the fundamental principles and language of coaching.

Module 2: Picasso in Coaching – The Art of Coaching

Exploring the role of creativity and art in coaching practice.
Live coaching demonstration by Iman Abrishamchi.
Deep dive into ICF Competencies 4 (Cultivating Trust and Safety) and 7 (Evoking Awareness).

Module 3: Engineering Thought – ACT Approach in Coaching

Application of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles in coaching.
Live coaching demonstration by Iman Abrishamchi.
Advanced learning of ICF Competencies 2 (Coaching Mindset) and 3 (Establishing and Maintaining the Coaching Agreement).

Module 4: Constellation of Change – Gestalt Coaching

Applying Gestalt coaching techniques to facilitate change.
Live coaching demonstration by Iman Abrishamchi.
Advanced focus on ICF Competency 8 (Facilitating Client-Directed Learning).

Module 5: The Circle – Team and Group Coaching

Fundamentals and practices of team and group coaching.
Application of ICF competencies in team coaching scenarios.

Module 6: Net of Change – Narrative Coaching Approach

Integrating narrative coaching to support client transformation.
Live coaching session with Iman Abrishamchi.
Deepening ICF Competencies 5 (Maintaining Presence) and 6 (Active Listening).

Module 7: Anatomy of Change – Integrating Approaches

Combining different coaching approaches in practical exercises.
Developing your personal coaching style.
Review of the 2025 Coaching Code of Ethics.

Group Mentoring

Three group mentoring sessions with Iman Abrishamchi.

Coaching Hub

Coaching Café: Reading selected books to enhance coaching skills and summarizing at least fifteen ISI-indexed research articles.
Coaching Lab: Peer coaching exercises with fellow participants.

LEVEL 3Advanced Coaching + Mentoring

Master Coach (MCC) Preparation

Course Components:

Online Training & Group Mentoring: Structured around MCC markers.

ICF-Compliant Session Recordings: Approved sessions for MCC credentialing.

Focus Learning: 1000 minutes of self-paced offline learning.

Research Integration: 10 ISI articles presented as Persian podcasts.

Self-Directed Study & Practice: Continuous personal and professional growth.

Why This Course Is Different?

Emphasis on hands-on, practical learning.
Personalized, future-focused learning pathway.

The fastest proven route to achieving MCC credentials.
Level 3 Class Structure – Hands-On Learning Approach

Phase 1
Phase 2

Advanced Mastery (Live Online Sessions)

Session 1: Mastery of Presence & MCC Coaching Competencies
Session 2: Mastery of Powerful Questioning & Silence
Session 3: Advanced Coaching Flow & Session Structure for MCC
Session 4: Managing Complexity & High-Risk Coaching Sessions
Session 5: Mastery in Leadership & Executive Coaching

Practical Sessions & Feedback (MCC Level)

Session 6: Orientation & Recording Strategy
Sessions 7–11: Submission & detailed feedback on recorded coaching sessions.
Sessions 12–14: Designing learning interventions based on common MCC-level challenges.

Final Submission

Students submit their final recorded coaching session with a
complete transcript for one-on-one mentoring by
Iman Abrishamchi, following the
ICF MCC evaluation process.

Focus Learning – 1000 Minutes

Expert Coaching Skills

Achieve the highest level of coaching competency recognized by ICF, including 2500+ coaching hours (200+ at PCC level) and rigorous evaluation.

Global Recognition

MCC credential symbolizes excellence, enhancing credibility and client trust.

Higher Earning Potential

MCC-certified coaches earn higher annual income compared to other ICF credential holders.

Continuous Professional Development

Stay updated with coaching trends and best practices.

Elite Status

With only ~1600 MCC-certified coaches globally, joining this elite community distinguishes you in the field.

Why Pursue MCC Beyond PCC?

Innovation, AI & the Future of Coaching: Integrating AI, technology, and deep human connection.
Ethics & Cultural Sensitivity: Navigating gray areas and cross-cultural paradigms.
Neuroscience & Somatic Coaching: Embodied coaching, energy alignment, and habit change science.
Systems & Organizational Coaching: Advanced strategies for team, organizational, and systemic coaching, including power dynamics and resistance management.