Courses

The most valuable thing was getting clarity on my desire to learn more about coaching and that the Global Center for Coaching is where I want to continue to learn more about the craft of helping others. Thank you! – Russell R., California

I’m so shocked at how effective coaching is. I learned so much from both the course content and the life quality radiated from the instructor. I’ve been in the teaching and counseling field for so many years and have been frustrated at the result in terms of bringing positive changes to people’s lives. Today I realized coaching is what I’ve been looking for. – Yaqin G., China

I really liked that there was tons of space to ask questions. I thought the course material was very insightful and delivered in a helpful way with no pressure added and gently helping us step outside our comfort zones. –  Jesse T., California

I identify as a Christian who is a coach. Truly feeling blessed that The Lord has made a way for me to explore this even just for my self-growth. So much has changed in my head that I’m so attentive to now that was not even anything I was aware of. – Jessica A., Missouri

– Well-prepared – Powerful demonstrations – Engaging, supportive, and encouraging – Timely feedback. – Grace K., California

This class provided a wonderful launching point to understand a coach approach and begin practicing these skills. I enjoyed it so much that I’m looking at taking more coaching courses to build my skills and become more effective. – April J., Canada

The class environment was great. Each person was respectful of each other. The skills practices were very helpful. – Kevin W., Texas

I experienced first hand the power that coaching brings to be transformative. That experience helps me translate the meaning of coaching for others. This class left me feeling capable of taking my first steps as a coach. It was an excellent blend of theory and practice, and for me the practice made a huge difference. – Joshua E., Florida

I feel it was foundational to any coaching work I do in the future. Gave me a good start to practice coaching even as I sign up for more courses. I loved the format, the materials and the overall environment. The practical insights were the most helpful part of the course. – Shelley S., North Carolina

They gave consistent and honest feedback. I am learning to expand my listening and taking the pressure off of asking questions. – Gabrielle S., Nevada

It allows me to be a better listener. It gave me more confidence on how to guide and support someone through them having the ownership of being capable and accountable to a new idea/strategy. – Katie B., Missouri

I really thought the class provided a good overview of coaching. I like how the instructors modeled the method and helped us students practice it. – Aaron L., Ohio

This class I think affirmed that I would like to pursue coaching as something I do on a regular basis and work towards a certification. – James H., New Jersey

I enjoyed the breakout sessions in which we could practice what we had learned right away. This gave me a greater understanding of the content. Great presentation and understanding. This class has given me greater awareness of my own thoughts and biases. As I move forward, I will practice listening more intently without judgement. – Justin P., Texas

I have the basic skills necessary to begin practicing and to be confident that I am on the right track. – Khalil B., Oregon

Intentional listening and open questions are my Easter eggs. Definitely helpful. – Barbara P., Texas

This class makes me want to coach even more. – Eric H., California

The focus on experiential learning was excellent. The content was rich, immediately put into practice, and refined over the two days. The instructors were clear, direct, concise, and shared feedback and insight from their experience. The class has changed my mindset, reset my confidence, and given me practical skills and tools that I can put into practice immediately. – Abby S., Texas

The flow of the material was especially valuable. The intentionality the instructors brought to every element to assure we connected with the material was terrific. It will ensure I am checking myself to remain a coach – not a mentor or consultant which is my leaning based on my years in my current profession. – Cindy S., Arizona

The Zoom classroom setting was better than I expected. The interactions with other students and instructors were God appointments. The skill practices really helped me see what I needed improvement on but also gave me hope and encouragement for what’s to come. – Sally R., Oregon

The practicing of the skills was super helpful. It’s one thing to learn about something, but so helpful to start applying the skills right away. – Jodi H., Colorado

Both the mindset and the skills shared and practiced in class were transformational. As a church leader in senior leadership, I have in just days adjusted the way I try to communicate with those I lead and work side by side with. I so look forward to developing my coaching mindset and skills. Wish I would have heard this years ago. Those I work with would be better off. – Robert J., Oregon

The content and peer coaching was fantastic. Practicing the skills we were learning further solidified the process. – Jacob R., California

It has already been a great influence on my conversations. I think it is a great tool in my toolbox as a pastor. – Nathan B., Minnesota

Not having any previous formal education around coaching, it has given me a solid foundation of knowledge and basic skills to coaching. – Naomi L., California

A good balance of knowledge and personal stories. Great interaction in the zoom setting. – Thomas H., California

It was insightful information with practical learning. I am just learning to be a coach so it’s giving me the tools to begin this journey. – William H., New Jersey

I am much more aware of what it means to have a coaching mindset and what distinguishes it from other relationships. – Emily C., Idaho

Great overview and introduction. It already has made me a more thoughtful listener, observer and question asker. – Jesse A., Oregon

The instructors have a lot of experience, so the content flowed naturally. I will apply this new mindset to the arenas I am currently in. I will purpose to listen without assumptions. I will begin to move into more of a partner role instead of a leading role. – Kim W., California

Loved all of it! It will influence everything! – Chris L., Washington

The power of inquiry-based models for facilitating change and ownership. The coaching examples, and the invitation to practice with the instructor guidance is crucial at this stage to help understand what is and is not good coaching. – Steve M., California