Continuing Professional Development

Cognitive Behavioural Coaching Micro-certification

Enhance your coaching practice with the cognitive behavioural approach and evidence-based cognitive frameworks. This ICF-accredited micro-certification helps experienced coaches integrate cognitive behavioural principles into their work and earn 13 ICF Continuing Coach Education (CCE) credits that can support your credential renewal and professional development.

Format

100% Online

Duration

4 half-days

Price

€500

Group size

Maximum 9 people

ICF accreditation

13 ICF CCE units

9.7 / 10

Our students recommend the Level 1

NPS score of the Level 1 programme

Why choose our programme?

This ICF-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Coaching (CBC) Micro-certification is designed for coaches who want to strengthen their ability to work with clients’ thinking patterns, beliefs, and behaviours using an evidence-based approach. It offers practical tools you can integrate immediately into your coaching practice while supporting your ongoing professional development.

Evidence-based coaching approach: Learn how cognitive behavioural coaching principles can be applied ethically and effectively within a coaching context.
Practical tools and techniques: Develop confidence using CBC tools to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and support meaningful behavioural change.
Application to real coaching conversations: Practice CBC techniques during live sessions and explore how to adapt them to different client contexts.
Professional reflection: Use guided reflection to strengthen your coaching when working with cognitive and behavioural themes.
Interactive learning environment: Engage in small-group, highly interactive classes with opportunities for discussion, practice, and feedback.
Professional recognition: Earn 13 ICF Continuing Coach Education (CCE) credits that support credential renewal and ongoing coaching development.

Who is this training for?

This course is for qualified, experienced professional coaches who have a solid foundation of coaching practice.

It is for coaches who:

This is to make sure that all participants can engage in the course meaningfully and contribute to the learning of the group with questions, observations, and insights.

Fully accredited by the ICF

The Cognitive Behavioural Coaching Micro-certification is approved by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) as a Continuing Coach Education (CCE) programme.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive 13 ICF CCE credits (10 in Core Competencies and 3 in Resource Development).

Upcoming training dates

February 2026 Full

Online

February 17th, 19th, 24th & 26th, 2026

1pm to 5pm (UK time) / 9am to 12pm (ET)

Full

April 2026

Online

April 8th-9th and 15th-16th, 2026

1pm to 5pm (UK) / 8am to 12pm (ET)

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Course Content

Complete the Cognitive Behavioural Coaching Micro-certification to strengthen your ability to work with clients’ thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours within a coaching context. You will explore evidence-based CBC principles and apply practical tools during live sessions, supported by guided reflection on your coaching interventions.

The programme follows a structured, practice-led approach that helps you integrate cognitive behavioural coaching techniques into your existing coaching practice. By the end of the course, you will have increased confidence using CBC tools ethically and effectively, and a clearer understanding of how to apply them across a range of coaching sessions.

1. Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Coaching

This module introduces the foundations of cognitive behavioural coaching and explains how it differs from therapy. You’ll learn why CBC is such a powerful framework for coaching, and explore how the core principles can support client growth and your own professional practice.

The origins of the cognitive behavioural approach.
Key differences between cognitive behavioural therapy and cognitive behavioural coaching.
Benefits of CBC for both coaches and clients.
Core principles of CBC.
Understanding self-efficacy and its role in coaching.

2. CBC Tools & Interventions

In this section, you will explore practical tools and interventions that form the backbone of CBC. You’ll learn techniques to help clients explore, challenge, and change unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns in a coaching context.

Socratic questioning to guide client self-discovery.
Cognitive interventions to help clients reframe limiting thoughts.
Behavioural interventions to support new patterns and actions.
The PRACTICE model for structuring effective coaching sessions.

3. Working with Core Beliefs

Core beliefs often underpin client behaviours and challenges. This module teaches you how to identify, explore, and work with core beliefs in a coaching session, using structured, evidence-based approaches.

Understanding what core beliefs are and how they influence behaviour.
Using the ABCDEF model to map thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
Techniques for identifying limiting or unhelpful beliefs.
Approaches to challenging and reframing beliefs safely and effectively.

4. Coaching Practice

This module focuses on applying what you’ve learned in a safe, hands-on environment. You’ll practice CBC techniques with peers and observe demonstrations to deepen your understanding.

Participate in coaching sessions with fellow participants.
Engage in group discussions and reflective exercises.
Observe the trainer demonstrate a CBC coaching session.
Receive guidance on integrating CBC tools into your real-world coaching practice.

How you will learn

The Cognitive Behavioural Coaching Micro-certification is designed to be highly practical and interactive. You’ll explore evidence-based CBC techniques through live discussion, hands-on practice, and observation, supported by comprehensive course materials. The focus is on applying tools in real coaching scenarios and reflecting on your practice to deepen your skills.

Live Interactive Classes: Participate in small-group sessions with an experienced trainer, combining slides, demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities for discussion.
Hands-on Practice: Apply CBC techniques in coaching activities with your peers, and receive feedback in a safe, supportive environment.
Observation and Reflection: Watch the trainer demonstrate CBC in action, reflect on your learning, and discuss insights with the group.
Course Handbook: Download a detailed handbook to guide your learning, consolidate key concepts, and support ongoing practice beyond the classes.

Advance Your Coaching with CBC Skills

Choose the start date of that suits you during registration.

Groups are limited to 9 participants. Enrolment closes once the cohort is full, so early registration is recommended.

€ 500

4 half-days
Practice cognitive behavioural coaching
Includes a digital handbook
Earn 13 ICF CCE units

€1500

€ 1200

Pick the courses and dates that suit you
Choose the topics most relevant to your work
Deepen your practice with new tools
Earn 40 CCEs to renew your ICF credential

Your fellow students deliver transformational coaching

"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."

""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 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!"

"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."

"Would 100% recommend. 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."

"Perhaps the most impactful personal growth I've experienced in years."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"Excellent instruction. Excellent resource. Excellent value for money. Excellent sessions. 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 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."

"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!"

"Attending the Coach Certification training was such a great experience. I enjoyed that we were 6 participants and we got to know each other and support each other. I enjoyed the combination between theory and practice. I can see the difference that practicing coaching during the training did, I gained the confidence that I can coach and changing my career from IT to being a coach."

Frequently Asked Questions

More questions? Visit our extended FAQ, send us an email or schedule a call with an Advisor.

In what language is the course delivered ?

The course is delivered in English.

Who is this course for?

This programme is designed for professional coaches who want to deepen their practice using evidence-based cognitive behavioural coaching techniques. It is ideal for ACC- or PCC-level coaches seeking practical tools for working with clients’ thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours.

Do I earn any ICF credits?

Yes. This is an ICF-approved Continuing Coach Education (CCE) programme. You will earn 13 CCE credits (10 Core Competencies and 3 Resource Development) that can support ACC, PCC and MCC credential renewal.

How are the sessions delivered?

The programme is delivered online on Zoom. Each class combines short presentations, demonstrations, practice exercises, and group discussions in a small, supportive cohort.

How long do I have access to the course materials?

The course handbook you will be sent ahead of the first class is yours to keep forever.

Do I need prior experience in CBC?

No prior formal CBC training is required, but you should have professional coaching experience to get the most out of the practical exercises and discussions.

Can I do this course if I’m not pursuing ICF credential renewal?

Yes. Even if you are not currently renewing or applying for credentials, the course is a practical way to expand your coaching toolkit and integrate evidence-based cognitive behavioural methods into your practice.

Is this course for me?

If you are a professional coach looking to expand your toolkit and apply evidence-based cognitive behavioural techniques in your practice, the Cognitive Behavioural Coaching Micro-certification is the right choice. This programme focuses on practical application, discussion, and reflective learning to help you confidently integrate CBC methods into your coaching sessions.

Choose this course if…

You want to deepen your coaching practice by working effectively with clients’ thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours.

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Send us an email or schedule a call if you have any questions.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

Beate Raabe - von W.

I participated in 10 hours of online mentor coaching to renew my ICF ACC certificate. 7 hours were held in a small group and 3 hours one on one. Marion talked us through the core competences in an interesting way, using concrete examples and involving us all along. We coached each other live, discussing together what went well and what could be developed. There was ample opportunity to raise questions. Marion is not only an extremely competent coach, she also knows how to make people feel comfortable and open up. The one-on-one meetings were based on coaching samples sent in beforehand and formed an excellent opportunity to address individual aspects of coaching. Thank you for the great learning, Marion!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Cognitive Behavioural Coaching Micro-certification

Why choose our programme?

Who is this training for?

Fully accredited by the ICF

Upcoming training dates

February 2026 Full

April 2026

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Course Content

How you will learn

Advance Your Coaching with CBC Skills

Cognitive Behavioural Coaching Micro-certification

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