Keep Your Skills Sharp with Coaching Skills Lab
New coaching skills can wane if neglected–this is the place to keep them polished.
Maintain Connection With Your Coaching Abilities
Coaching Skills Lab (CSL) provides no frills and no homework – but big learning in coaching skills training. This elective is designed specifically for those who have completed through at least Coaching Essentials, so that they can continue to work with a trainer to practice coaching skills and build coaching experience and self-assurance.
If you are continuing in the Foundation Training Program–or any training that will build on your coaching skills–this lab will provide a connection to coaching principles and methods between foundation courses. The CSL course is also a great place to gain the confidence to take your coaching beyond the classroom.
Although not required for certification, this course is highly recommended for students who have completed the Coaching Essentials training as a bridge to the next required course–Strengths-Based Coaching, or between any Foundation courses.
Foundation Training Curriculum
The training
What You’ll Learn in Coaching Skills Lab
In each class, at least one coaching session takes place with a student coach and client. The trainer and other participants serve as active observers. The trainer pauses the coaching session one or more times to realign the process – or ask each observer to offer a point of curiosity, powerful question, or possible direction. The client is often asked to comment on the most promising line of inquiry.
Real-Time Experience
Practice and observe actual coaching on authentic issues
Get Feedback
Receive feedback from your trainer and classmates, and learn about helpful ways to share observations
Be Coached
Core Competencies
Class-led discussion of specific ICF Core Coaching Competencies
Coaching Skills Lab
Class Details & Frequently Asked Questions
To learn more about the Coaching Skills Lab, explore scheduling information here along with responses to frequently asked questions below.
Class Format
Online, live sessions – no Skills Building Groups or homework
Time Commitment
4 weeks with 1 ¾ hours of class time per session.
Course Schedule
WINTER
Dates: February 4 – 25, 2025
Time: TBA
Register by: Contacting Sara directly
Note: Class size is limited to six students. Summer 2025 dates to be determined.
Continuing Education Hours
Number of credit hours earned by completing this course:
- Up to 7 Continuing Education Units (CEU); each class earns 1.75 CEUs
- Up to 7 Continuing Coach Education (CCE) Hours or Approved Coach Specific Training Hours (ACSTH)
Course Fee
$200
Class Schedules
2025 Foundation Training Schedule
To complete the entire Foundation Training program, you must complete five sequential required courses. Elective courses are optional.
Learn From the Best in the Field
Our instructors bring proven experience and expertise in coaching, productivity, and understanding neurodiversity, ensuring that you receive industry best training. Your Coaching Skills Lab trainer is committed to teaching the skills that set our students apart; ensuring that every lesson is grounded in practical, real-world insights; and providing unwavering support to help you build a fulfilling coaching career.
Sara Skillen, PCC, COLC, CNC
Director of Education
Sara Skillen
Sara is the owner and Director of Education for Coach Approach Training Institute. She earned her Certified Organizer Life Coach credential in 2022, her Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with ICF in 2023, and her Certified Neurodiversity Coach credential in 2024.
Trainers & Staff
Our Team
Our instructors are not only seasoned coaches, but also authors, content creators, award-winners, and trailblazers in their respective fields. They balance leading with a deep commitment to and knowledge of our rigorous curriculum with supportive and inclusive learning environments.
Testimonials
Success Stories from Our Students
Hear from students who’ve transformed their careers and clients’ lives through Coach Approach Training Institute’s Coaching Skills Lab classes.
