Certified
Leadership Coach
Learn the coaching skills behind what you already do informally. Replace the doubt with frameworks and strategies. You'll earn an ICF-approved credential that will transform your relationships and impact.
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ICF-accredited · Live online classes · Built in Canada for the world · Since 2016
We Certify Professional Coaches
When you become a coach, the first life you change is your own.
300+ five-star Google reviews
4,000+ coaches certified
ICF Levels 1 · 2 · 3 + CCE
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What we believe
Coaching skills are connection skills.
It happens in every cohort. Someone decades into their career says out loud: "I wish I had these skills 20, even 10 years ago. It would have made such a difference." That is when they realize connection is a skill they were never taught.
The Academy was built to multiply the impact of coaching in the world. We believe, when we prioritize coaching-based connection skills in conversations, people learn to build trust, enter conversations with curiosity, and help others think more clearly when they feel seen, heard and important.
Little by little, conversation by conversation, the world starts to change.
Who we certify
33%
Executives
32%
Professional services
18%
Operations
17%
Wellness professionals
ICF certified coach education & training
Become an ICF-certified coach
Coach Academy is an ICF-accredited school offering the full certification pathway: Levels 1, 2 and 3, continuing education, and a community that keeps you sharp long after you graduate. Live virtual classes, evidence-backed curriculum, since 2016. Designed for coaches seeking confidence, credibility and a global community of practice.
Certified
Life Coach
Turn your instincts into a method. Experience structure, ethics, practice, mentoring, and earn a credential that gives you the integrity to make your instincts official and a profession.
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Certified
Professional Coach
Our flagship program where confidence is built. Earn both Level 1 and 2 ICF credentials. For high achievers who want the full education, held to the highest standard the profession recognizes.
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Advanced
ICF Coach Training
You have the foundations, this is where subtle skills increase your impact. Graduate from ACC to PCC. Move from doing to being. Stretch your range and close the gap. Qualify for a Level 2 ICF credential.
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A lifetime of learning
Coach Academy offers Level 3 mastery training and continuing education options that keep you growing long after you become certified.
Certified
Master Coach
This program is for experienced coaches ready to join the top 4% of the profession.
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Continuing education
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Get skilled in Grief, Compassion, Motivation, Team and Group, or join our Business Start-Up. Earn CCEs.
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Four ways to start
Become A Coach
Confidence is earned. For people who want credibility, skills, and credentials.
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Keep learning: Level 2, Level 3, CCEs, or join our community to sharpen your edge with 10+ live monthly events.
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Coaching skills for companies transforming cultures, and for leaders people want to follow.
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Join a global professional sanctuary where coaches practice, advance, expand, and become the best in the world.
Join the communityFrom the founder
A message from Nathalie Blais
Coach Academy Founder
Over a decade ago, I was sitting where you are right now, looking for an ICF accredited program to learn coaching skills. I chose a program that aligned with my values, and made a decision to start. That decision changed my life.
I founded Coach Academy to multiply the impact of evidence-based coaching in the world. I earned an MA in Psychology from Harvard to learn from the best in the field. And I built Coach Academy to pay it forward, and to set the highest standards.
Curriculum grounded in proven practices, experiential adult learning, a community surrounding you every step you take, and a team that has your back.
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Testimonial
The course I took was beyond impactful. You learn compassion, curiosity, self-awareness, self-management, listening, the impact of silence, witnessing, goal setting and that small incremental changes are the key to transformation. The community that Coach Academy fosters is what I didn't know I needed. It is inclusive, understanding and supportive in every way. The teachers are amazing...every single one of them and all in their own way. 5 stars really doesn't do it justice. If you are wondering if you should register with Coach Academy for your coach training do it! You will not regret it.
Hayley Feyter · Managing Partner, Heavy Industry
Google reviews
300+ five-star reviews
Simon Levin
My experience at Coach Academy restores my faith in humanity! It has been a while since I have felt so taken care of and left with the experience that I matter. From the Founder Nathalie Blais, to her incredible team and the support staff: the level of professionalism, follow up, feedback and the environment to learn in, was nothing short of exceptional. And I haven't even begun to speak of the curriculum and body of work presented that has left me touched, moved and inspired to move on powerfully into the next stage of creating my future. Last but not least is the Community you get to belong to, both while you're in the program and thereafter. Support, creativity, honest and fulfilling relationships created, and a group of like minded members who will always have your back.
Sales Executive and Business Owner
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Jillian Best
Coach Academy has changed my life for the better. The course facilitators are excellent, and the course content is beyond what I could have ever imagined. I love that through the pursuit of helping others by becoming a life coach, I am learning more about myself and becoming a better person in the process!
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Shari Lash
They say that when the student is ready the teacher will come. When I decided to pursue formal training in coaching, I found a home with CA. From the engaging workshops and professional, supportive mentoring, I gained powerful tools and knowledge that have strengthened my confidence in walking this path. My experience was also enriched by a wonderful community of coaches, at all stages of their journey, and opportunities to learn from specialists in the field. It was life-changing.
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Anne Niec, MD
In searching for a coaching qualification course, Coach Academy offers an amazing group of experts. This professional school demonstrates awareness, flexibility, commitment to their students, a community of practice and up-to-date knowledge of the compass of coaching internationally and here at home. An amazing adventure where you will feel well supported and leave with the skills and knowledge to provide quality and informed coaching. No hesitation required!
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Why Coach Academy
Why Choose Coach Academy?
- Experienced, world-class facilitators
- ICF programs backed by a community of ongoing learning, peer insights, and live events
- Experiential and active learning, accessible from anywhere
- Log practical coaching hours in a worldwide community
ICF-accredited at Levels 1, 2 and 3 + CCE
Get to know us
Listen to Coach Academy Podcast
Coach Academy Podcast · Hosted by Nathalie
The Connection Experiment
Join Nathalie on YouTube, Spotify or Apple as she challenges listeners to explore and experiment with connection. You will also hear from Coach Academy graduates.
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A conversation comes first
Fill out the form and an Admissions Coach will reach out within one business day. Have a conversation, or view program overviews and get more information, with no pressure either way.
Cohorts start monthly · All classes live and online
| Life Coach | Tuesdays at 6:30pm EST | August 25, 2026 |
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| Leadership + Professional | Thursdays at 12:00pm EST | August 27, 2026 |
| Advanced Coaching Skills | Tuesdays at 12:00pm EST | August 25, 2026 |
| Grief | Mondays at 6:30pm EST | August 24, 2026 |
The first life to change is yours.
