Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate

Effective leaders lead the way for others. 

Whether a leader by choice, by necessity or simply by nature, a good leader – an effective leader – can change lives. And the best leaders know that part of leading means leading the way for others to grow.

The Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate is in partnership with CAST (Coach Approach Skill Training) and through this foundation, the program will teach future coaches how to successfully facilitate relationships that help others transform lives and careers. Additionally, our Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate course is ICF approved meaning that when you earn your Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate at Huntington University, you will — upon completion of the coursework — have met the International Coaching Federation’s coach-specific training and mentor coaching requirement. Post-certificate requirements and full ACC eligibility requirements can be found on the ICF website: CoachingFederation.org.

By combining the established methods and training of the CAST team and the historied success and rigorous curriculum of Huntington University, HU has developed a Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate designed to prepare the next generation of leadership coaches.  

Time Commitment

Certificate students will complete three separate seven-week courses. Each course includes a synchronous class that meets one time per week for two hours and forty-five minutes. Students must attend synchronous classes in person or via Zoom.

Completion of the coursework includes the coach-specific training and mentor coaching hours  required to pursue International Coaching Federation (ICF) certification. Most students complete the individual Mentor Coaching hours within six to eight weeks of the final class.

Cost

The cost of the Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate is $600 per credit hour for a total of $5400, plus fees totaling $220. The certificate does not qualify for federal financial aid. However, Huntington University will accept any outside scholarships, work reimbursement, and possibly other sources of funding upon review. Students can also explore third-party loan options by contacting the Huntington University Office of Financial Aid at FinAid@huntington.edu or (260) 359-4326

Earning Your ACC

When you earn your Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate at Huntington University, you will — upon completion of the coursework — have met the International Coaching Federation’s coach-specific training and mentor coaching requirement. You must accumulate 100 hours of  coaching individuals, groups, and teams prior to applying for the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) certification through the ICF. The Huntington University Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate, in partnership with the Coach Approach Skill Training (CAST), provides the 60 hours of coach training and 10 hours of mentor coaching required by ICF. Post-certificate requirements and full ACC eligibility requirements can be found on the ICF website: CoachingFederation.org.

College Credit

When you earn your Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate at Huntington University, you will also earn nine graduate-level college credits that can be a springboard for you if and when you do decide to take your next step toward an MBA.

Apply

1. Completed online application

2. Official transcript from the institution of your highest obtained degree

3. A professional résumé, summarizing life and work experiences

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About the Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate

Huntington University has partnered with Coach Approach Skill Training LLC (CAST) to create a curriculum that is geared toward the leader who is ready for the next step. Whether you are just out of college, employed in a company or not-for-profit organization, or are retired, if you have the passion to lead people, this certificate can empower you to reach your potential.

By combining the established methods and training of the CAST team and the historied success and rigorous curriculum of Huntington University, we have developed a Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate that will prepare you to lead well.

Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate Courses

OL 600 Personal Development Skills Process Group  (3 credits)

Students learn the five basic skills of coaching and come away with a written plan for how to use those skills in life and work. This experience is highly participatory with heavy emphasis on the integration and practice of each basic skill. It provides 20 hours towards a Coach Approach Skill Training (CAST) Certificate approved by the International Coaching Federation (ICF.)

OL 612 Developing the Leadership Coaching Relationship (3 credits) 

Students deepen their use of the basic skills of coaching while introducing advanced skills and group and team coaching skills incorporating them in a written plan. This highly participatory course utilizes a variety of learning styles including guided meditation, coaching demonstrations, physical movement, and peer learning. Each person will discover their own coaching style. It provides 20 hours towards a Coach Approach Skill Training (CAST) Certificate approved by the International Coaching Federation (ICF.)  

OL 614 Leadership Coaching and Character Development (3 credits) 

Students explore a variety of topics including the ICF Core Competencies and Code of Ethics and further development of a plan for how to use coaching in life and work. Participants will receive verbal and written feedback in both group and individual mentoring sessions with a certified coach. It provides 20 hours towards a Coach Approach Skill Training (CAST) Certificate approved by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and 10 hours of mentor coaching required for ICF certification.