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Gain the edge that sets great coaches apart. Our tailored programs blend practical frameworks and real-world training so you can coach with confidence and grow your business faster.

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Find a certified coach you can trust. Browse our directory to connect with trained professionals who can help you navigate career transitions, build confidence, and achieve your next career goal.

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IACC For Teams

Professional development only works when it matters. Our coaching programs teach real-world skills, spark real conversations, and create the kind of sessions your team actually looks forward to.

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Certifications

Our most popular certifications

Discover the certification that fits your goals and experience.

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Senior Professional 
Career Coach (SPCC)®
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Professionals new to coaching who want to start strong with a comprehensive, career-focused certification that cuts the fluff.
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Senior Professional Resilience Coach (SPRC)™
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Career coaches, HR professionals, and purpose-driven leaders who want to strengthen their impact and earn a credential that sets them apart.
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Senior Professional 
Résumé Writer (SPRW)™
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Career coaches and professionals who love writing and want to strengthen their impact, credibility, and client success through expert résumé writing.
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IACC 

for Teams
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Organizations that need training for their teams that address key people challenges to drive real business outcomes, not just another HR initiative.
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Why Choose IACC

Coaching credentials that transform careers

We don’t just teach coaching, we develop professionals and career-long communities that transform lives and workplaces. IACC’s programs combine proven methodology with human connection to prepare you for the complex realities of modern careers.

Globally recognized standards and accreditation

Practical tools and training for real results

Expert-led training and community

Meet Our Expert Team

Graduate Success Stories

Nicole Croizier

“I've taken a number of coach trainings, and the Senior Professional Career Coach® program is hands down the most practical I have ever attended. It gives you tools to immediately begin assisting clients in defining their career paths and navigating the job search process.”

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Nicole Croizier

Love What You Do Again, Canada

David Warren

“I couldn’t be happier with my decision to become an IACC-certified career coach. My professional skills have significantly improved since my training - as have my clients' results!”

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David Warren

Senior Professional Career Coach®, USA

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Ghaya Hachani

"The SPCC® program has had a profound impact on my life. After being approached by four clients in my first week as a career coach, I realized I could make a living while helping others and giving back to society.”

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Ghaya Hachani

People Partners Career Coaching
DACH Region (Germany)

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“I've taken a number of coach trainings, and the Senior Professional Career Coach® program is hands down the most practical I have ever attended. It gives you tools to immediately begin assisting clients in defining their career paths and navigating the job search process.”

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Nicole Croizier

Love What You Do Again, Canada

“I couldn’t be happier with my decision to become an IACC-certified career coach. My professional skills have significantly improved since my training - as have my clients' results!”

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David Warren

Senior Professional Career Coach®, USA

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"The SPCC® program has had a profound impact on my life. After being approached by four clients in my first week as a career coach, I realized I could make a living while helping others and giving back to society.”

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Ghaya Hachani

People Partners Career Coaching
DACH Region (Germany)

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What Makes Us Different

Why IACC Leads the Future of Career Coaching

We teach the business, science, and heart of coaching. Our graduates are reshaping workplaces, empowering job seekers, and leading meaningful transformation in their communities.

Build thriving, six-figure coaching businesses

Measurable, career-changing results for clients

Raising the bar for how clients define success in work and life

About Us
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Your path to career coaching mastery

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Our Team

Seasoned professionals who breathe life into career coaching

Cara
Heilmann
President and Founding Instructor
Annette
Garsteck
Executive Director of Insights and Learning
Michelle
Traino
VP of Client Engagement & Operations
Olesia
Iakivchyk
Lead Facilitator and Eastern European Region Manager
Niko
Hazel
Senior Principal Trainer
Lee
Pearlman
Program Advisor
Gayle
Morihara
Principal Trainer
Nicole
Croizier
Principal Trainer and Canadian Region Manager
Cara
President and Founding Instructor
Annette
Executive Director of Insights and Learning
Michelle
VP of Client Engagement & Operations
Olesia
Lead Facilitator and Eastern European Region Manager
Niko
Senior Principal Trainer
Lee
Program Advisor
Gayle
Principal Trainer
Nicole
Principal Trainer and Canadian Region Manager
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FAQs

Common questions about our certification programs

Do I need prior experience?

No prior coaching experience is required. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds. Many aspiring career coaches begin their journey with us, and we believe that life experience is just as valuable as traditional work experience. Individuals who have navigated unique challenges, such as living with a hidden disability, often bring exceptional perspective, empathy, and insight that make them outstanding coaches.

If you do have experience as a coach, our advanced and specialist programs can help you deepen your skills and grow your practice. Most students benefit from having a few years of workplace or lived experience, and some programs include additional prerequisites. We’ll help you choose the right path based on your goals.

Are IACC courses ICF certified?

Our foundational program, SPCC, is ICF-accredited and is approved for ICF Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Regardless of ICF alignment, all programs follow industry-leading standards and evidence-based coaching methodology.

Are IACC courses available online?

Yes—all of our programs are fully online and accessible from anywhere in the world. You’ll learn through a blend of on-demand lessons, live cohort calls, and hands-on practice. Everything is designed to fit into a busy professional schedule.

What do the IACC’s programs cost?

Tuition varies by program, and starts as low as $730/month with certification courses ranging from introductory to advanced levels. Each program page includes full pricing details, payment plans, and what’s included. All pricing listed is in USD.

What certifications or programs do you offer?

We offer a full suite of professional career coaching certifications, including the Senior Professional Career Coach (SPCC)®, Master Professional Career Coach (MPCC)™, Senior Professional Résumé Writer (SPRW)™, Senior Professional Resilience Coach (SPRC)™ and the Business & Marketing Foundations course for career coaches and résumé writers. We also provide in-house training for teams and organizations looking to build coaching capability through IACC for Teams.

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