Leader as Coach
ICF Level 1 Pathway Module for Leadership Coaching.
At a glance
Learning objectives:
- Develop coaching capability aligned to ICF Level 1 standards
- Build confidence using core coaching skills and frameworks
- Practise ethical, reflective coaching conversations
- Strengthen listening, questioning and presence
- Apply coaching skills in leadership and professional contexts
- Complete the first accredited module of the Certified Leadership Coach Programme
- Progress toward full ICF Level 1 coach accreditation
Who it’s for:
- Existing coaches seeking ICF Level 1 accreditation
- Coaching students completing professional training hours
- Leaders embedding coaching into their leadership style
- Individuals transitioning into coaching as a profession
- HR, L&D and leadership professionals developing coaching capability
- Leaders and educators beginning their journey toward ICF Level 1 accreditation
Coaching is no longer a specialist skill. Leaders and aspiring coaches who can coach well build trust, accountability and performance. This programme is the first accredited module of our Certified Leadership Coach Programme, designed to build core coaching skills and confidence. It provides a clear pathway toward full ICF Level 1 coach accreditation through continued learning and practice.
Programme Overview
This ICF accredited coach training programme builds core coaching capability through practice, reflection and feedback. Participants develop essential coaching skills aligned to ICF competencies, gaining practical experience and a clear pathway toward professional coaching accreditation.
This module forms the first stage of the Certified Leadership Coach Programme and must be completed alongside further modules to achieve full ICF Level 1 accreditation.
Coaching Skills
Develop core coaching skills aligned to ICF competencies, including listening, questioning and presence.
Practical Practice
Build confidence through live coaching practice, feedback and reflective learning.
Professional Pathway
An ICF Level 1 accredited pathway supporting coaching hours and professional development.
Our programme is fully accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
This programme is ICF-accredited as part of our Certified Leadership Coach Programme and meets the requirements for the first module toward ICF Level 1 accreditation. Participants must complete the full programme pathway to gain Level 1 credential eligibility.
We offer flexibility
With small class sizes, personal tutor support, observed coaching, and mentoring built in, quality is at the heart of everything we do.
Leader as Coach / Ignite
Live facilitated workshops
Supervised coaching practice
Mentor coaching sessions
Self-directed learning
Assessment and feedback
Progress toward ICF Level 1 coaching accreditation
Got a question?
We also have lots of FAQs that might help you answer your questions on this programme.
Key Outcomes
Confident coaching conversations
Strong listening and questioning skills
Ethical coaching practice embedded
Improved leadership impact
Greater self-awareness
Practical tools for daily use
Coaching mindset adopted
FAQs
This programme is suitable for leaders, managers, aspiring coaches and coaching students who want to develop professional coaching capability and achieve an ICF accreditation.
No. The programme is suitable for beginners as well as those with informal coaching experience.
Yes. Leader as Coach is fully aligned to ICF Level 1 standards and includes required contact hours, mentor coaching and assessment.
The programme is delivered through a blend of live workshops, supervised practice, mentoring and self-directed learning.
Yes. The programme works well for organisations building internal coaching capability or leadership coaching cultures.
Director of Consulting – Iain.Robertson@beinspirational.com, or
Client Service Manager – Ellie.Couchman@beinspirational.com
Available Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00 (UK) Phone: +44 (0)20 7798 2848
All registrations are secured on a first-come, first-served basis.
Your registration on a course is dependent upon receipt of full payment.
Part payments are accepted and must be agreed, in writing, with the Course Co- Ordinator – admin@beinspirational.com
We accept payment by bank transfer or credit card, including online (stripe). All payment will be in the currency to be agreed.
Cancellation of a course must be made a minimum of thirty (30) business days prior to the course to be eligible for a full refund.
Cancellations made less than ten (10) days before the course are not eligible for a refund.
Written notice of cancellation shall be effective on the date the withdrawal is received by Inspirational Group.
Refunds will be made within ten (10) days following receipt of cancellation or withdrawal requests.
Registration Modifications
Modifications to registration, including substitutions of participants or transfer of course dates, must be completed at least seven days before the programme date.
Participants may contact Inspirational Group to modify their registration at admin@beinspirational.com
Course changes will be allowed if there are places available.
Inspirational Group seeks to ensure equitable treatment of every person and to attempt to solve any grievances in a timely and fair manner.
Participants have the right to file a grievance regarding presentation or content, facility concerns, or instructor/faculty behavior.
All grievances will be addressed to the best of our ability to resolve problems and prevent further issues.
A process for filing grievances can be found below:
- Step One
A participant should first attempt to resolve the issue directly with the educator/trainer, staff, or participant with whom they have an issue.
If participants are not comfortable approaching the individual, they can proceed to step 2. - Step Two
If participants are not comfortable approaching the individual with whom they have a grievance, or are unable to resolve the issue directly, participants should submit a written grievance to the Course Co-Ordinator within ten (10) days. admin@beinspirational.com
The Course Co-Ordinator will review the issue and contact the student within five (5) working days of receiving the complaint. The Course Co- Ordinator will work with all parties involved to resolve the issue. - Appeals
If a participant does not feel the issue is resolved, a written request for an appeal should be sent to Iain Robertson, Director of Consulting, for review. iain.robertson@beinspirational.com
This appeal should include the original complaint and reason(s) the participant is unsatisfied with the resolution attempt(s).
Appeals are reviewed and a written response will be provided to the participant within Ten (10) days. All appeal decisions are final.
