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Graduate Certificate in Advanced Coaching Practices

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Advance as an executive coach through individual, group, team or intercultural coaching.

Examine advanced coaching psychology and practices and gain Continuing Coaching Education (CCE) units from the International Coach Federation (ICF). 

As an experienced executive or business coach, you know the value of keeping your skills fresh. This six-month program focuses on honing your advanced coaching skills. 

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Program description

Staying on top of your game helps you do your best work in any industry, but especially one as in-demand as executive coaching.

The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Coaching Practices helps you stay up to date, and take your coaching to the next level. Examine coaching ethics, psychology and coaching, and learn how to create an organizational culture of coaching and mentorship. 

Each course offered through the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Coaching Practices is aligned with the core competencies of the International Coach Federation (ICF) and can be used towards Continuing Coaching Education (CCE) units to for the maintenance of your coaching certification. 

You can build from here

When you successfully complete this program you have career advancing options:

  • You can transfer credits from this program into our MBA, MGM, MA in Tourism Management and MA in Interdisciplinary Studies programs, and have the tuition adjusted accordingly
  • The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Coaching practices can also be used as transfer credit into the MA in Executive and Organizational Coaching program

Through a partnership with the International Coach Federation, courses within this certificate qualify for Continuing Coach Education (CCE) units. Upon completion of each course, students can expect to receive 24 CCEs for each of the following courses:

  • Ethics & the Coaching Profession (ADVC670)
  • The Psychology of Coaching (ADVC660)
  • Creating Coaching Cultures (ADVC635) 

Connect with our Enrolment Advisors to talk about how you can use the credits you have earned towards your master's program at Royal Roads.

Focus on one thing at a time

You can take any two of the courses from the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Coaching Practices as part of our General Studies program. You can transfer credit from these courses to certificates, diplomas and degree programs later if you decide to take your studies further.

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Program delivery

This program is delivered fully through online learning. This program contains a three-day virtual residency held near the end of ADVC660: The Psychology of Coaching, providing an opportunity to deepen your learning and engage with your cohort online. 

Online learning

Online courses consist of assigned readings, synchronous or asynchronous lectures, interactive discussions, and individual and team assignments.

You’re expected to meet deadlines and contribute meaningfully to your class. Your contributions are a big part of everyone’s learning.

Virtual residency

Residencies are intensive and immersive. Many students say this time together is the highlight of their program.

During your residency, you can expect to:

  • attend classes full time (e.g., Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) via Zoom 
  • complete homework and individual and team assignments outside of class hours

Courses

ITAI

Introduction to Academic Integrity

0.0 Credits

ADVC635

Creating Coaching Cultures

3.0 Credits

ADVC660

The Psychology of Coaching

3.0 Credits

ADVC670

Ethics and the Coaching Profession

3.0 Credits

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Admission to this program is assessed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account all aspects of the applicant's work and life experience, volunteer and community activities, practical experience, related training, and formal education.

Standard admission

  • Completion of a four-year (or comparable) undergraduate degree or graduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
  • Prerequisite education in the field of coaching (e.g., the RRU Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching or an acceptable alternative);
  • Normally, at least three years of full-time experience working as an internal or external executive coach.

Flexible admission

  • To be considered for flexible admission, applicants would normally require:
    • Extensive relevant work experience as an internal or external coach over at least five full-time years; and
    • Relevant education in the field of executive coaching (e.g. the RRU Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching or an acceptable alternative). 

Please note: Students wishing to enroll in the ADVC 680 Professional Mentor Coaching course as part of their program must carry, at minimum, a PCC credential awarded by the International Coach Federation (or acceptable equivalent). However, this requirement is NOT a prerequisite for admission to the program itself as students may elect not to enroll in ADVC 680.

English language proficiency

  • If English is not your primary language, please review our English language requirements.

All applications to this program require submission of the following information and supporting documents before your file can be assessed for admission:

Application form

In order to apply online, you will be required to create a log-in account using your email address. You will be required to list all credit courses and/or programs you have completed or are currently enrolled in. An application fee will be required. If your application fees are being paid by a third party, review sponsored student information. Once submitted, you may check the status of your application at any time.

Missed your application deadline? While we can’t make any guarantees, we may be able to accommodate late applications if there's still space and enough time to process. If you're interested in an intake that is now closed to applications, apply for the next available intake and email Admissions with your preferred start date. Make sure you’re prepared to submit your program's required documents right away. We can't make an admissions decision without them. 

Official transcripts

In accordance with RRU's admissions policy and practices:

  • All applicants must declare all post-secondary studies (courses, programs, transfer credit, etc.) in their application.
  • At a minimum, applicants are expected to provide unofficial transcripts from all institutions currently or previously attended. Admissions will determine which official transcripts will be required, and these requirements will be noted as a condition of admission.

Applicants are responsible for arranging for the submission of official transcripts if/when required as a condition of admission. Transcripts are considered official only if submitted directly by the Registrar or other recognized authority of the providing institution in the institution's original, sealed envelope. If the envelope has been opened, the transcripts are no longer official and new (official) transcripts will be required to complete your application. 

Transcripts are not required for non-credit programs or courses, though some programs may require proof of professional certifications or designations.

All international transcripts or credentials are subject to an international transcript and/or credential evaluation.

Personal statement

The personal statement should be approximately one page in length and outline your motivation for seeking entrance to the program. The statement should address the topic of how the Graduate Certificate program that you are applying for will contribute to your future career. Relate this to who you are, what you feel you will gain from the program, and the strengths you feel you could bring to the program.

Résumé

A detailed resume provides the Admissions Office with as much information about your work and life experiences as possible. We are interested in knowing where you have worked, for how long, and what you were responsible for in the positions you held. Provide as much information as possible, with special attention to the past ten years of your career. We would also like to see any professional development courses, volunteer positions, professional certification, association memberships or international experience that you may have acquired.

Two reference letters

These documents can be written in a variety of formats. In essence, we expect the writer to confirm that you are a suitable candidate for the program, explain why s/he believes you will succeed in such a program, and describe how the program will benefit you. The context in which the referee has come to know you should also be mentioned.

If applicable:

  • Applicants declaring permanent resident or Convention Refugee status in Canada must submit a copy of their Permanent Resident Card (PR card) along with their application.
  • Transcript evaluation fee or credential evaluation report, if submitting international transcripts.
  • An official English language proficiency score report or other evidence of proficiency if English is not your primary language.
  • Other information or documents as may be requested to determine your eligibility.

For information on how and where to send your supporting documents, please refer to the document submission guidelines.

Financial aid and awards

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Transition Awards for Adult Basic Education (ABE) students

Transition Awards are granted to students who have completed a minimum of two (2) Adult Basic Education (ABE) courses at a BC public post-secondary institution during the current and/or immediately previous year and are planning to enroll in full-time studies at a BC public post- secondary institution.

$5,000

External

Turn of the Century MEM Bursary in Honour of Dr. James McTaggart-Cowan

Recognizing a MEM student who best exemplifies empowering leadership in change or sustainability in their community or workplace.

$1,000

Active students (In-course)

UAS7 Travel Scholarship

UAS7 is a strategic alliance of seven leading German Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS). The Travel Scholarship is awarded to cover transatlantic

EUR 1000

External

Study Abroad

UMAP-Canada Scholarship

Funded by Global Affairs Canada, the UMAP International Secretariat provides funding for study abroad programs within the UMAP consortium.

$2000 per month

External

Study Abroad

Values-Based Leadership Bursary

Established to assist Royal Roads University students in Values-Based Leadership programs.

$1,000

Active students (In-course)

Vancouver Film Studios Indigenous Bursary

This bursary is for Indigenous people who plan to pursue any kind of formal or informal career-related education or training in British Columbia

Maximum $3,000

External

Former Youth in Care Indigenous

Veterans Affairs Education and Training Benefit

Funded by the Government of Canada, this benefit is Intended to improve the career potential of Canadian Armed Forces Veterans.

Up to $80,000

External

Canadian Forces

Victoria Foundation - Olga Yakimovich Award

This award has been established by the Victoria Foundation to support students at Royal Roads University.

Various

Active students (In-course)

Victoria Foundation Chinese-Canadian Community Bursary

For Canadian citizens of Chinese origin living in BC and demonstrating financial need.

$8,000

Active students (In-course)

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