ICF Accredited Level 1 Program
Begin Your Journey as a Professional
ICF Coach
Develop the skills, mindset, and ethical foundations of coaching through a live, experiential Level 1 Coaching Mastery Program. Designed for individuals ready to coach with confidence and integrity.
Join 500+ certified coaches worldwide
Accredited by ICF
Meets all ACC pathway requirements
Why Choose Level 1 Coaching Mastery at GCLA?
Level 1 is your foundation for becoming a confident, ethical, and
professional coach.
The GCLA Level 1 Coaching Mastery Program offers a
comprehensive, ICF Level 1 Accredited introduction to coaching,
grounded in the ICF Core Competencies, ethics, and real-world
practice. It is designed for aspiring and early-stage coaches who want to build strong skills and learn how to start coaching
professionally.
Live, Interactive Training
● 65 hours of ICF-accredited coach training, aligned with
ACC pathway requirements
● Weekly live virtual sessions led by experienced
ICF-credentialed coaches
● Interactive learning using live demos, breakout rooms,
coaching labs, and group discussions
Hands-On Coaching Practicum
● Practice coaching in real coaching scenarios from early in
the program
● Structured peer coaching, triads, and supervised practice
sessions
● Personalized verbal and written feedback aligned with ICF
Core Competencies
Comprehensive Learning Resources
● Access to GCLA templates, worksheets, tools, and
assessments
● Structured reflection assignments to deepen learning
integration
● Ongoing access to program materials throughout the
training
Mentor Coaching & Ongoing Support
● 10 hours of mentor coaching included
○ 7 hours of group mentor coaching
○ 3 hours of individual mentor coaching
● Guidance focused on competency development, ethics,
and reflective practice
● Supportive learning environment with cohort and faculty
access
Observed Coaching & Feedback
● 5 observed coaching sessions throughout the program
● Minimum 3 sessions with written feedback
● Observation and feedback aligned with ICF markers to
support skill growth
Professional Readiness & Business Building
● Guidance on defining your coaching niche and ideal client
● Designing coaching services and packages ethically
● Learning how to conduct discovery calls and onboard
clients
● Foundations for building a sustainable coaching practice
aligned with ICF standards
What You’ll Learn in Level 1 Training
Level 1 Training is designed to build strong coaching foundations
through ICF-aligned learning, live practice, reflection, and
real-world application. You’ll develop the skills needed to coach
ethically, confidently, and professionally.
Engage in Powerful Coaching Conversations
Develop the ability to partner with clients through deep listening,
presence, empathy, and powerful questioning that evoke insight
and awareness.
Structure Effective Coaching Sessions
Learn how to design and lead coaching sessions using clear
agreements, measurable outcomes, and proven coaching
frameworks aligned with ICF standards.
Cultivate Accountability and Client Growth
Support clients in setting meaningful goals, creating action
plans, and sustaining accountability while honoring client
autonomy and responsibility
Coach with Ethics, Integrity, and Awareness
Apply the ICF Code of Ethics confidently, navigate boundaries
and dilemmas, and develop ethical judgment in both simple
and complex coaching situations.
Develop Coaching Presence and Self-Awareness
Build emotional regulation, reflective practice, and awareness of
bias to show up as a grounded, trustworthy, and professional
coach.
Apply Practical Coaching Tools and Models
Use values-based coaching, Positive Psychology, PQ tools,
imagery, and goal-planning techniques to support client
transformation
Build Confidence Through Practice and Feedback
Strengthen your coaching skills through observed sessions,
mentor coaching, peer practice, and structured feedback
aligned with ICF competencies
Start and Grow Your Coaching Business
Gain clarity on your niche, services, and ethical marketing while
learning how to attract clients, conduct discovery calls, and
build a sustainable coaching practice
Comprehensive
Curriculum
Our Level 1 program is structured into 9 progressive modules,
designed to build your coaching skills step by step — from
foundations to professional readiness.
Foundations & ICF Core Competencies
Mindset, Ethics, and the ICF framework.
-
What coaching is (and is not) according to the ICF -
Overview of the ICF Core Competencies -
Introduction to the ICF Code of Ethics -
GCLA coaching philosophy and mindset -
Coaching presence and reflective practice -
Developing self-awareness as a coach
Agreements, Coaching Frameworks & Structure
This module covers:
-
Establishing and maintaining coaching agreements -
Roles, responsibilities, and boundaries in coaching -
Defining session goals and success measures -
GROW Model and GCLA Coaching Framework -
Ethical contracting and expectation management -
Peer coaching partnerships and practice logs
Presence, Listening & Evoking Awareness
This module covers:
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Building trust and psychological safety -
Coaching presence and emotional regulation -
Active listening levels and functional empathy -
Identifying assumptions, bias, and filters -
Powerful questioning techniques -
Direct communication that supports awareness
Facilitating Growth & Observed Coaching
This module covers:
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Facilitating client growth and accountability -
Introduction to PCC Markers -
Agreements vs. expectations in coaching -
Strengths-based coaching approaches -
Observed coaching sessions -
Group mentor coaching and feedback integration
Values-Based Coaching & Developmental
Feedback
This module covers:
-
Values exploration and alignment -
Wheel of Life and reflective tools -
sing imagery, metaphor, and visualization -
Coaching for meaning and motivation -
Observed coaching session -
Using mentor feedback for self-development
Positive Psychology & Saboteur Awareness
This module covers:
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Introduction to Positive Intelligence (PQ) -
Identifying saboteurs and limiting patterns -
Strengths-based and resilience coaching -
Goal planning and progress tracking -
Observed coaching session -
Group and individual mentor coaching
Ethics, Advanced Tools & AI in Coaching
This module covers:
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Advanced ethical decision-making -
Navigating complex coaching scenarios -
Ethical use of AI and technology in coaching -
Reflective practice and supervision -
Boundaries, referrals, and scope of practice -
Case studies and ethical discussions
Business Building & Coaching Professionally
This module covers:
-
Defining your coaching niche and ideal client -
Designing coaching services and packages -
Pricing, positioning, and value communication -
Ethical marketing and representation -
Discovery calls and client onboarding -
Building a sustainable coaching practice
Certification Preparation & Graduation
This module covers:
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Final observed coaching session -
Review of ICF Core Competencies and Ethics -
Preparation for the ICF Credentialing Knowledge Assessment (CKA) -
Understanding the ICF credentialing pathway -
Reflecting on growth and readiness -
Graduation and next steps planning
Foundations & ICF Core Competencies
Mindset, Ethics, and the ICF framework.
-
What coaching is (and is not) according to the ICF -
Overview of the ICF Core Competencies -
Introduction to the ICF Code of Ethics -
GCLA coaching philosophy and mindset -
Coaching presence and reflective practice -
Developing self-awareness as a coach
Agreements, Coaching Frameworks & Structure
This module covers:
-
Establishing and maintaining coaching agreements -
Roles, responsibilities, and boundaries in coaching -
Defining session goals and success measures -
GROW Model and GCLA Coaching Framework -
Ethical contracting and expectation management -
Peer coaching partnerships and practice logs
Presence, Listening & Evoking Awareness
This module covers:
-
Building trust and psychological safety -
Coaching presence and emotional regulation -
Active listening levels and functional empathy -
Identifying assumptions, bias, and filters -
Powerful questioning techniques -
Direct communication that supports awareness
Facilitating Growth & Observed Coaching
This module covers:
-
Facilitating client growth and accountability -
Introduction to PCC Markers -
Agreements vs. expectations in coaching -
Strengths-based coaching approaches -
Observed coaching sessions -
Group mentor coaching and feedback integration
Values-Based Coaching & Developmental
Feedback
This module covers:
-
Values exploration and alignment -
Wheel of Life and reflective tools -
sing imagery, metaphor, and visualization -
Coaching for meaning and motivation -
Observed coaching session -
Using mentor feedback for self-development
Positive Psychology & Saboteur Awareness
This module covers:
-
Introduction to Positive Intelligence (PQ) -
Identifying saboteurs and limiting patterns -
Strengths-based and resilience coaching -
Goal planning and progress tracking -
Observed coaching session -
Group and individual mentor coaching
Ethics, Advanced Tools & AI in Coaching
This module covers:
-
Advanced ethical decision-making -
Navigating complex coaching scenarios -
Ethical use of AI and technology in coaching -
Reflective practice and supervision -
Boundaries, referrals, and scope of practice -
Case studies and ethical discussions
Business Building & Coaching Professionally
This module covers:
-
Defining your coaching niche and ideal client -
Designing coaching services and packages -
Pricing, positioning, and value communication -
Ethical marketing and representation -
Discovery calls and client onboarding -
Building a sustainable coaching practice
Certification Preparation & Graduation
This module covers:
-
Final observed coaching session -
Review of ICF Core Competencies and Ethics -
Preparation for the ICF Credentialing Knowledge Assessment (CKA) -
Understanding the ICF credentialing pathway -
Reflecting on growth and readiness -
Graduation and next steps planning