Program Comparisons

We know that choosing a coach training program can feel like an overwhelming decision.

We decided to research three recognized programs in the industry to see how their offerings compare.

These programs are Thriving Coach Academy, iPEC (Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching) and The Life Coach School.

We delve into eleven program features and compare them.

From our research, you will see how Thriving Coach Academy offers the most value compared to any other program on the market.

A Look Inside Our Program

ICF Accreditation?

Thriving Coach Academy

Fully accredited by the International Coach Federation. Students are also prepared for ICF Credentials (ACC/PCC/MCC).

iPEC

Fully accredited by the International Coach Federation. Students are also prepared for ICF Credentials (ACC/PCC/MCC).

The Life Coach School

Not accredited. Students do not receive training hours that make them eligible for ICF credentials.

A Robust And Simplified Curriculum

Flexible Training Hours

The Academy requires about 5 hours per week of live training calls. Most certification requirements can be completed at your convenience. Our training calls accommodate students from around the world.

 Accelerated Learning

The Academy is 130 hours, and it is accelerated to help you become a confident coach as fast as possible. Other programs include 300+ training hours and require long 30-hour weekend trainings, which can feel rushed and overwhelming. The Academy is robust and simplified so that your timeline for success is collapsed.

Fast Results

The average time it takes our students to get paying clients is 2 months. The average time it takes our students to earn certification is 6 months. We only teach what you need to know so you can launch your business right away.

 ICF Credentials

We will make sure you have all the requirements necessary to be eligible for ACC, PCC or MCC credentials, if you choose to receive them from the International Coach Federation.

Flexible Tuition Payment?

Thriving Coach Academy

Offers payment options as low as $300 per month with no payment required the first 30 days.

iPEC

Offers payment options.

The Life Coach School

Requires a $3,000 per month payment until the $21,000 tuition is paid off.

Business Support?

Thriving Coach Academy

Provide comprehensive business support and lifetime access to business coaching and mentorship.

iPEC

Provide basic business support, but most students require further business training beyond certification.

The Life Coach School

Provide comprehensive business support that lasts for six months.

Flexible Schedule?

Thriving Coach Academy

Requires about five hours per week with the training calls spaced out. The entire program lasts about six months.

iPEC

Require three intense 30-hour weekend trainings where the bulk of the curriculum is taught. The entire program lasts about nine months.

The Life Coach School

Requires about five hours per week with the training calls spaced out. The entire program lasts about twelve months.

In-Person or Virtual?

Thriving Coach Academy

The entire program is virtual with the option to attend an in-person annual retreat (pending COVID restrictions).

iPEC

Students can choose virtual or in-person.

The Life Coach School

The entire program is virtual.

No Hidden Fees?

Thriving Coach Academy

Program is all-inclusive and has no hidden fees.

iPEC

Students are taught how to to use a proprietary assessment tool with clients, but they are only told at the end of the program that they must pay iPEC a fee each time they intend to use this.

The Life Coach School

Program is all-inclusive and has no hidden fees.

Small Classroom Size?

Thriving Coach Academy

Maximum of 10 students per class to create an intimate container for all students to get get their questions answered.

iPEC

Classes tend to vary from 10 to 60+ students depending on location.

The Life Coach School

Maximum of 10 students per class.

One-on-One Mentorship?

Thriving Coach Academy

One-on-one mentorship is included.

iPEC

One-on-one mentorship is included.

The Life Coach School

No one-on-one mentorship included. All training is done in a group format.

Tech Support?

Thriving Coach Academy

Provide tech support for setting up your website, social media platforms and marketing channels.

iPEC

No tech support provided.

The Life Coach School

No tech support provided.

Commitment to Diversity?

Thriving Coach Academy

Include a DEI training for students. About  ~50% of student body is LGBTQ or BIPOC.

iPEC

No DEI training provided.

The Life Coach School

Include a DEI training for students.

Post-Certification Support?

Thriving Coach Academy

Students and graduates get lifetime access to our membership site, training modules and business mentorship calls. 

iPEC

Students and graduated are not permitted to re-attend modules.

The Life Coach School

Students and graduated are not permitted to repeat the program.

Step 5: Advanced Coaching Training

In this module, you will dive deeper into high-level coaching techniques that will allow you to remove the biggest blocks that hold people back. 

  • ​How to challenge and release deep-seeded thought and emotional patterns that get in the way of leadership
  • ​​The best practices in assessing and coaching emotional intelligence
  • ​How to communicate in the most effective way during coaching sessions
  • ​How to integrate personal stories into a coaching session
  • ​How to stay present and mindfully handle strong emotions during a coaching session
  • ​How to incorporate metaphors to create high-level awareness with clients
  • ​​The best practices in assessing and coaching emotional intelligence

This module is delivered live over a Saturday and Sunday (half-days). Our training hours are accommodating to the Americas and Europe.

How To Apply To Thriving Coach Academy

  • Step 1: Watch our Coaching 101 training (where we also go over tuition)
  • Step 2: Book a call with an Admissions Coach
  • Step 3: Complete your registration over-the-phone and get started immediately

Coaching Mastery Webinars

Our training does not teach you how to become a generic “life coach.” We support you in having specialized skills for different areas within coaching. As a student, you’ll also get access to our weekly Coaching Mastery Webinars, which are group trainings delivered live.

These webinars dive deeper into various different focus areas of coaching: Health & Wellness, Relationship & Couples, Executive & Leadership, Career & Life Purpose, Group and Entrepreneurship.

As a student in our program, you may choose to specialize in one area of coaching and grow a business around that topic. And for that, we give you the tools in these webinars to stand out and succeed. 

One-On-One Mentorship & Peer Coaching

In between our live training modules, you also get weekly Mentor Coaching and Peer Coaching sessions where you will practice your coaching skills and receive supportive feedback.

There is no other program that offers the high level of support we do with this training. You will have everything you need if your goal is to launch a thriving coaching practice.

We are committed to raising the quality of coaching in our industry and have a rigorous standard that we hold our coaches to as they go through our program. When you complete all of our certification requirements, the last step will be to complete a final exam. Upon completion, you are certified as a Certified Professional Coach.

Ongoing Support Post-Certification

After you complete your certification, you will still have access to a growing archive of coaching tools and resources that will keep you equipped with up-to-date material that will ensure your continued success.

You will also have opportunities to stay connected with our coach community so you can continue growing your network.

Note: Our training program is currently delivered in English.

Portland

 Dates to be announced. Please contact our Admissions Team to be added to our wait-list.

Sacramento

 Dates to be announced. Please contact our Admissions Team to be added to our wait-list.

“I joined having no prior experience in coaching, and I didn’t really know where my coaching skills could lead to. Within a few weeks into the program, I signed on several paying clients. It was so easy because Thriving Coach Academy gave me the tools to know exactly how to find clients!”
- Brandon F.

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