Develop Confidence with Cultivating Coaching Courage
Deepen your self-awareness, emotional competence, and confidence with this 6-week course using Brené Brown’s best-selling book Dare to Lead. Brené refers to it as “the ultimate playbook for developing brave leaders and courageous cultures.” At Coach Approach Training Institute, we use it as a workbook for helping to develop your best coaching self.
Students at all levels are encouraged to join this enlightening journey that provides ‘a-ha’ insights and a stronger Coaching Mindset, particularly in addressing “Who” is each client.
The initial focus of Cultivating Coaching Courage is how coaching relates to creating trust and awareness. This establishes a coaching environment to ‘grow’ each clients’ greater self-knowledge. In turn, that growth empowers an authentic presence in the parts of life where it matters most (self, family, community, and workplace).
This elective is invaluable for Coach Approach students who have completed Strengths-Based Coaching (at a minimum), as well as established coaches trained through other ICF-accredited programs.
It is also an alternate for several of our coaching credentials.
Foundation Training Curriculum
The training
What You’ll Learn in Cultivating Coaching Courage
A greater understanding of human nature translates into coaching confidence. In this experiential, six-week elective course, the coach’s growing self-knowledge will ground their own authenticity and voice.
Self-Awareness
Discussions of assigned reading, and new awareness from your own coaching
A-Ha Moments
An enlightening training journey that will lead to more than a few “a-ha” moments as you move forward with courage
Credential Credits
This course is an alternate choice for our COC and CPC, and required for our CPLC and COLC credentials.
Cultivating Coaching Courage
Class Details & Frequently Asked Questions
To learn more about the Cultivating Coaching Courage course, explore scheduling information here along with responses to frequently asked questions below.
Class Format
Online, live sessions; assigned reading; class discussion.
Time Commitment
6 Weeks with 1.5 hours per week of in-class time. Students also spend roughly 1.5 – 3 hours per week in Skills Building Groups reading from the book Dare to Lead by Brene Brown (students purchase prior to course).
Course Schedule
SPRING
Dates: March 5 – April 16, 2025 on Wednesdays (skip March 26 for NAPO Summit)
Time: 6:30-8:00 pm ET
Register by: February 19, 2025
FALL
Dates: September 8 – October 13, 2025 on Mondays
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm ET
Register by: August 25, 2025
Course Fee
$450 – includes some course materials and trainer support. Students should expect to purchase their own copy of Dare to Lead.
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 Cultivating Coaching Courage trainers are 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.
Ellen Faye, PCC, CPLC, CPO
Senior Trainer
Ellen Faye
Ellen Faye, CPLC, PCC, CPO® was the first person to be credentialed by CAT Institute (formerly IAC) as a Certified Productivity Leadership Coach (2019). She began her coach training in 2009 and joined the Coach Approach faculty in 2016.
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 Cultivating Coaching Courage classes.
