Coach Training Programmes Built on Excellence

Begin your coaching career or deepen your practice with training that meets you where you are.

We’ll support you to develop your coaching skills and confidence in a supportive learning environment.

If you are an ICF-credentialed coach ready to support other coaches in developing their practice, our new Advanced Certificate in Mentor Coaching is designed for you. Grounded in the ICF Mentor Coaching Competency Model, this eight-module programme builds all the critical skills you need to successfully mentor coaches at ACC, PCC, and MCC level.

We will be opening enrolment in the coming weeks. Register your interest to be notified when enrolment opens.

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Rogerio Da S.

★★★★★

Love it , The life coaching course was absolutely excellent! The structure was well-organized and the support was continuous. I truly appreciated how accommodating and patient they were, which was incredibly helpful for me as someone with ADHD. I felt supported throughout the entire journey.

Anand Helen Q.

★★★★★

To date I have done two trainings with the Institute of Coaching Studies, the first being the ICF Level 1 training and I know that the structure, teaching approach and practice sessions set me up to be a good coach.More recently, just a few days ago, I completed the Micro-cert in Somatic Coaching and I highly recommend it. What I found valuable was the comprehensive workbook, the focus on both the coach and the client, the practice sessions and the embodied approach. The structure of it makes learning easy. It is a 5 star course. Thank you Institute of Coaching Studies for helping me grow as a coach.

Daniela A.

★★★★★

Words alone can’t do justice to the value of the education and support that I received from the institute. Although I completed a Level 1 certification, the training I received went beyond the ACC level and truly helped me go deeper into more transformational coaching- I truly learned to coach the person and not the problem.Marion and Lucy were excellent role models and teachers - warm, supportive and nurturing - exactly what you would hope for from an educational setting. I also appreciated the small class size during the live sessions, which helped make learning more personalized and intimate. I made some great connections and still keep in touch with some of my cohorts, almost 2 years after completing the live sessions.The mentorship experience was wonderful and Jessica created a really safe learning space. I took away many tidbits from those sessions, which have helped me become a stronger coach.All in all, I would 10/10 recommend this institute and will definitely return in the future for continuing education or furthering my coach training.

Eva M.

★★★★★

The CCE CBC training was a professionally delivered training, with great support materials, a lot of peer practice in break out rooms and a great instructor: an experienced coaching psychologist. The training days are well structured so the whole day training doesn't feel overwhelming. It was all backed by scientific research.

Rachel M.

★★★★★

I have recently been mentored by Marion Tilly as part of my ICF accreditation renewal. She was really outstanding; insightful, pragmatic and supportive whilst also being honest. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her either as a mentor or as a supervisor. Thank you Marion!

Iliana D.

★★★★★

If you are looking for the best coaching course, you just have to sign up with the Institute of Coaching Studies! The quality, value, and support they provide are incomparable!Before taking the course, I thoroughly researched the available options. I can tell you that they are the best, from beginning to end!

Anand Helen Q.

★★★★★

If you want to be set on the path to become a great coach then the Institute of Coaching Studies is the place to study with to become that. I am very grateful that I did my certificate in coaching with them. I really like how they structured the sessions to get the most out of becoming a coach, and embedding the ICF ethics and standards within it. I valued the mix of theory and practical sessions each week. I highly recommend them if you are thinking of training as a coach. In particular I liked that the class sizes are capped to 8 participants, that the content is structured in a way that supported my growth as a coach and the numerous great resources we received.

Ellen D.

★★★★★

I enjoyed this course so much! Even before I enrolled, they were so supportive and made time to go through any questions I had. The course was well organised and the training itself was well paced and designed in a way to quickly build trust and get us working together as a group. Highly recommended!

Jing H.

★★★★★

Taking this coaching training course was a wonderful experience for me. The trainer was very experienced and the content was well organized. Even the slides were well designed. I really liked this course, not only gaining the knowledge about coaching, but also having some hands-on coaching experiences. And the online platform is super helpful, a lot of useful materials and resources.

Jannik Z.

★★★★★

Would 100% recommend. Both, Jessica and Marion are great personalities and coaches. The whole training was an experience I don't want to miss. Loved the atmosphere that was created in our classes. The content was practical and yet, very professionally curated. Thank you!

Lou Ann Diaz D.

★★★★★

I highly recommend Institute of Coaching Studies. At the time of my course, Marion was the sole instructor.From the very beginning, she set an atmosphere of trust, support, and professionalism while providing first class instruction. In addition, she consistently made each online class relevant, personable as well as a captivating experience. With an outstanding ability at giving clear, constructive, and supportive feedback Marion made the coaching certification course a highly motivating learning experience allowing me to finish the course feeling very well equipped as well as confident in my skills as a new coach. Since completing the course, I have had the opportunity to communicate with Jessica and Flavia through our coach community and find both very approachable and supportive. Thank you all!

Mark A.

★★★★★

Perhaps the most impactful personal growth I've experienced in years.After extensive research I chose the Certificate in Professional Coaching programme from the Institute of Coaching Studies because the method of delivery of the course best fitted my needs; small class sizes with the learning and practice delivered over the right timescale...The learning experience was intense: consistently challenging my comfort zone in different ways in a safe, supportive environment. Jessica was a fantastic coach and educator who role-modeled everything she was teaching throughout the course. Seeing & experiencing skills and behaviours role-modeled is even more valuable than the excellent materials.I have no reservations in recommending the Institute to anyone who wants to help others through coaching and is ready to step out of their comfort-zone and grow.

Diana M.

★★★★★

It was an absolute pleasure to do the professional coaching skills programme with Institute of Coaching Studies. It took me some time when selecting the course and I could not have made a better choice to start my path as a coach with a professional like Marion.

Robin G.

★★★★★

Taking the ICF accredited course at The Institute of Coaching Studies was a significant event in my career. By expanding my skill base outside pure therapy into coaching taught me techniques I now employ throughout my practice. Simultaneously fascinating, challenging and rewarding, I learnt all I needed and more for my application to the ICF for accreditation. Marion teaches, mentors and coaches her students in an engaging way that makes me want to pursue my coaching development with her Institute with the next level programme. I also have to say that the other people on the course were really great and I learnt a lot from them too.

Nick

★★★★★

I opted for both the Professional Skills Certification and Advanced Diploma and I couldn’t be happier with my experience.The small classes made it easy to connect with others in the group plus this allowed enough time to discuss the various theories, tools and foundations for a solid understanding.As for content, the included handbooks were clear, concise and organised. Other big pluses included having access to resources online and a dedicated network for other students to continue making connections, ask questions and share content beyond the course.Marion, who facilitated the classes, is incredibly knowledgeable and created a warm but engaging atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to get involved. Her insightful feedback has been invaluable for my growth as a coach.The course overall has not only blown my mind with the possibilities of coaching but it’s also been a wonderful personal journey of discovery about myself too.I would highly recommend, not only if you want to become an accredited coach, but if you want to learn more about yourself, how to connect with others and practice effective communication, as examples.I not only have the confidence to begin my career as a coach but have access to an array of tools and wonderful connections to help in my growth as a person.

Kelly F.

★★★★★

I was looking for a professional coaching training and I made the right decision by choosing this one among all the other online. Marion is very knowledgeable and kind. Her teaching goes step by step to make you feel more and more confident in coaching. The coaching training (via Zoom) is a combination of learning the coaching principles and practice with others. We were in a small group which which was perfect to learn quickly, ask questions and get constructive feedback. I highly recommend! Thank you again Marion for your support and guidance throughout the course and after.

Larry S

★★★★★

I think Marion is excellent. That's it. That's the review.Excellent instruction. Excellent resource. Excellent value for money. Excellent sessions.My experience as part of the March 21 cohort has been educational, eye-opening, enriching. My co-coaches and I developed exponentially over the course of the sessions - I personally saw dramatic change after just session 1 (worth noting here, I was coaching professionally for 6 years prior to seeking my ICF Accreditation). The course is mercifully expedient whilst covering all the ground required in order to go on and get the ACC.I have already recommended the Institute of Coaching Studies to a number of people and will continue to do so because I think it's great. I will be seeking out the coveted PCC accreditation in a year or two so I will definitely be coming back for the advanced course.Seriously, if you're thinking of doing this, do it. You won't regret it.

Mark D.

★★★★★

I came into the program with no previous experience and not sure what to expect. What I discovered was a very hands on and practical learning environment that gave me a great opportunity to learn all of the theory and models and put them into use in the same day. This is a great place to start or continue your coach education and training.

Veronika M.

★★★★★

Brilliant Life Coaching ICF accredited course. Marion was an amazing tutor, who always had an answer to all our questions. The course was full of extremely useful information but also fun and interactive so that everyone had an opportunity to practice their coaching skills. It’s the best I could do for myself to invest in this course to start my life coaching journey with some solid foundations to build on. 5 stars for me!!!

Emma T.

★★★★★

I would highly recommend this training. I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the course. Marion is an excellent and knowledgeable teacher and the classes were relaxed and yet informative. The learning I gained was second to none and I was grateful of the opportunity to apply theory into coaching practice throughout the course. I searched many trainings before deciding on this one and I definitely made the right choice!I am confident to expand my work after completing this training- Thank you 🙂

Anastasiia S.

★★★★★

I want to say thank you for helping me become a great coach. The knowledge and experience I gained during the coaching program were priceless. It was very informative, practical, and insightful. I feel very confident and empowered to continue my coaching journey. Highly recommended!

Jenny H.

★★★★★

I have thoroughly enjoyed my coaching experience with The Reflective Mind /Institute of Coaching Studies. Marion Tilly is a wonderfully patient and knowledgeable coach, her model for teaching is thorough and easy to navigate. As well as useful guidance on the ICF there are plenty of tools to study that make wonderful resources. The live sessions work particularly well as they are straight forward with structured content and offer a full explanation of how to use the tools and how ICF coaching works. I especially enjoyed working in small interactive groups learning by sharing information, asking questions and testing knowledge gained through observed coaching. I would totally recommend this course to anyone looking to up level their qualifications in this area. I'm sad to finish working together but very much looking forward to signing up for Marion's supervision services soon!

Two
training
programmes

to develop and
deepen your coaching skills

Coaching Certification

Build a solid foundation in coaching and meet high standards of coaching practice. Learn about and apply coaching skills to coach clients effectively and support their personal and professional growth.

You will receive an ICF-accredited Level 1 Professional Coaching Skills Certificate and a Certified Coach badge upon successful completion of this course.

Advanced Coach Training

The Advanced Coach Training is for coaches who have already completed an accredited coach training and/or already have their ICF ACC credential. In this programme, you will develop your coaching practice further by learning advanced techniques and aligning your competencies with the ICF PCC standards.

Upon successful completion of this advanced programme, you will receive an ICF-accredited Level 2 Advanced Diploma in Coaching and a Certified Advanced Coach badge.

Next programmes

Foundational

Level 1 Professional Coaching Skills Certification

June 2026 start (Weekend classes) Online Every Saturday between June 6th to July 11th, 2026 9am to 6pm (UK time) Only 3 left

July 2026 start Early Bird · ends Jun 14th Online July 2026: 14th, 16th, 21st, 23rd, 28th & 30th August 2026: 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th & 20th 9am to 1pm (UK time)

September 2026 start Early Bird · ends Aug 2nd Online September 2026: 1st, 3rd, 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th & 29th October 2026: 1st, 6th & 8th 1-5pm (UK) / 8am-12pm (ET)

November 2026 start Early Bird · ends Oct 4th Online November 2026: 3rd, 5th, 10th, 12th, 17th, 19th, 24th & 26th December 2026: 1st, 3rd, 8th & 10th 1-5pm (UK) / 8am-12pm (ET)

December 2026 start Early Bird · ends Nov 1st Online December 2026: 1st, 3rd, 8th, 10th, 15th & 17th January 2027: 12th, 14th, 19th, 21st, 26th & 28th 1-5pm (UK) / 8am-12pm (ET)

Advanced

Level 2 Advanced Coach Training

September 2026 start Online September 2026: 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th & 29th October 2026: 1st, 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 20th & 22nd 1pm to 5pm (UK) / 8am to 12pm (ET)

January 2027 start Online January 2026: 19th, 21st, 26th & 28th February 2026: 2nd, 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, 18th, 23rd & 25th 1-5pm (UK) / 8am-12pm (ET)

June 2027 start (Weekend classes) Online June 2027: 12th, 19th & 26th July 2027: 3rd, 10th & 17th 9am-6pm (UK time)

Advanced

Level 1 & Level 2 Bundle

Join our next Virtual Open Day

Join us to learn more about the Institute, our team, our coaching approach, and our programmes.

This will be an interactive online event where you’ll have the opportunity to not only get insights on how the Institute can help you become a coach, but also ask questions about what it is like to work as a professional coach.

CCE-accredited Micro-certifications

The Institute supports the professional development of experienced, qualified coaches who are looking to expand their coaching skills.

We currently offer micro-certifications in Cognitive Behavioural Coaching, Group Coaching, Somatic Coaching, and Mental Health Coaching. If you enrol in three micro-certifications via our bundle, you can get your 40 CCE credits and avail a 20% discount.

ICF Mentor Coaching

If you need Mentor Coaching to apply for or renew your ICF ACC or PCC credential, we have ICF Mentor Coaching groups starting every quarter.

We offer a flexible programme: you can book the full 10-hour programme, the 7-hour of group sessions, or the 3 individual sessions.

This programme is facilitated by an experienced ICF PCC-credentialed coach and mentor. You will coach, be coached, and observe live coaching sessions followed each time by a group discussion and feedback on the ICF Core Competencies.

Prepare for your ICF Exam

The ICF Exam is the final step of the credentialing process, whether you are applying for your ACC, PCC, or MCC.

To help you pass on your first attempt, we’ve created a self-paced preparation course for each exam. Each course covers how the exam works, what the ICF assesses, and the logic behind correct answers, plus a full-length mock exam with a detailed answer key explaining every question.