collaboration and partnership

We are proud to partner with Hope for the Heart and ICCI, one of their strategic initiatives. Our members receive special benefits and discounts, along with many wonderful Continuing Education options in the craft of coaching others.


As a CCC Member Pastor, Chaplain, or Life Coach, you qualify for a 50% discount off the ICCI first year membership fee, 50% off ICCI Certification Application, and 20% discount off all course fees. 


A CCC Certified Christian Life Coach meets all the requirements for the ICCI Associate Coach Level and all the educational requirements for the Professional Coach Level. Click here for the ICCI credentialling page. 


You will receive approved continuing education as described for each course below. 


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Foundations - Specializations - Niche Markets - Mini Courses

Click on any of the course offerings below to see more about these wonderful courses. Use them to continue your training and receive continuing education as a fully credentialed life coach.

Remember your coupon code for a 20% discount, available to our Ordained Chaplains, Pastors, and Certified Christian Life Coaches. 

foundation courses

Each Foundation course fulfills 10 credit/continuing education (CE) hours for Christian Chaplains & Coaching and ICCI Life Coaching credentials.

Foundational coaching courses provide comprehensive training and education in the core skills, competencies, theories, and practices found in the general field of Life Coaching, as well as integrate key biblical principles into the content modules to ensure a true faith-based approach and identity. 

  • Creating the right environment

    This course introduces you to the essential elements of Christian Life coaching. It examines principles of faith associated with integrating biblical knowledge into effective coaching practices. You will learn core skills that help create the right environment and develop transformative coaching relationships with clients, as well as how to encourage them to pursue their personal and professional goals.

  • creating the right plan

    This course assists you in developing the fundamental skills associated with Life Coaching. You will learn how to communicate effectively with clients, from creating a sound working relationship to overcoming potential challenges, such as one’s family of origin and identity. In addition, valuable tools are presented to help assess and develop an organized blueprint for desired change.

  • creating the right strategy

    This course helps you increase awareness about yourself as a Life Coach and your God-given calling to help others. In addition, you will learn the importance of being authentic, as well as developing emotional intelligence in working with others. This includes building relationships among cultural and generational groups centered around their relationship with Christ. Other topics address trends in coaching, dealing with stress and burn-out, and how to launch a successful practice.

  • building a foundation for biblical integration

    This course is designed for learners who are already trained in basic Life Coaching concepts and skills, but need to have a better understanding on how to effectively incorporate biblical principles and knowledge into the coaching process. You will learn to integrate the element of faith and God’s Word to encourage others and create a Christ-centered strategy for change. In addition, the importance of character and the distinctives of identifying as a Christ-centered Life coach are addressed. 

  • from counselor to coach

    This course provides an introduction to life coaching for trained counselors and other mental health practitioners, as well as understanding some of the unique differences and distinctives between these two people helping approaches. Essential elements of life coaching are covered, including core skills and competencies, coaching agreements, assessment tools, and how to create the right goals for transformational growth in clients. Other areas address coaching niches and trends in the field of life coaching today.

specializations

Each Models and Specialization course fulfills 10 credit/continuing education (CE) hours for Christian Chaplains & Coaching and ICCI Life Coaching credentials.

Coaching Models are specifically designed with a three-course structure consisting of 30 total presentations that incorporate the unique and recognized work, research, and training of leading Christian Life Coaches.

Complete all three courses in any Model, then apply for that Specialization credential.

Remember your coupon code for a 20% discount, available to our Ordained Chaplains, Pastors, and Certified Christian Life Coaches. 

  • blended not broken strong families coaching

    Over 50% of families in the United States are remarried or recoupled and nearly 1,300 new stepfamilies are created every single day. Beyond the normal stresses and pressures on any marriage and family, second marriages fail at almost twice the rate of first time unions. This specialization includes three courses: Foundations for a Strong Family Core, Blender vs Blending, and Navigating Conflict, Trauma, and Difficulty. 

  • life recovery addiction coaching

    Behavioral and substance addictions, poor life choices, and bad habits often develop out of deep pain and woundedness. In this course, Stephen Arterburn teaches a model of Life Recovery Coaching that utilizes a 12-Step framework. You will learn how to handle these challenges through three course offerings that include: Journey Through the 12 Steps, Journey Through the 12 Laws, and Journey Through the 12 Gifts. 

  • resilience coaching

    Storms in life are bound to come, and Life Coaches often play a vital role in helping clients through those challenges and preparing for whatever may lie ahead. Gen. Bob Dees outlines an effective model of how to help people build resilience God-style. You will learn how to work with your clients before, during, and after these storms through three courses: Resilience for Individuals, Resilience for Leaders, and Resilience for Key Demographics. 

  • marriage coaching

    Marriage can be one of the most rewarding and challenging relationships in life. However, coaching clients to develop needed skills and techniques for thriving in this area can be difficult. Dr. Gary and Barb Rosberg provide a practical model for coaches. You will learn how to develop a strategy for assisting couples in communicating effectively in good times and through conflict and forgiveness. Assessment techniques and mapping out a plan addresses both the strengths and weaknesses of the marriage. You will also gain a better understanding on the “rhythms” of marriage and what connectional interdependence can mean for a couple. Three courses include: The Basics, Hot Topics, and Before Saying, "I do."

  • transformed living coaching

    Aspiring Life Coaches want to see change happen in their client’s lives. The Transformed Living Model developed by Lea and Rolfe Carawan helps coaches understand the principles associated with this kind of change. You will learn the foundational keys and principles of transformation, including the PIC Model. Community and interdependence with others are also fundamental concepts of building healthy relationships. Three courses include: Key Fundamentals, Core Principles, and Practical Applications. 

  • strong relationships coaching

    Success in life, in many ways, is often tied directly to one’s core relationship attachments. Life Coaches can assist clients in working to improve these relationships through a helpful tool known as Life Mapping. Dr. John Trent and Kari Stageberg teach you how to engage in effective relationship coaching through these three courses: Life Mapping, Strengths Coaching, and The Blessing. 

  • up armor trauma coaching

    Recovering from trauma, fear, and shame is difficult. But life coaches who are properly trained can be a key factor in helping clients heal from the past and gain hope for the future. In this course, Lt. Col. David Tharp trains alongside a team of broken, yet brave frontline survivors who understand trauma and how to help connect hurting people to the hope of Christ. In these 10 sessions, you will learn how to draw people out of isolation, listen to what seems impossible to share, and help lead the broken into an encounter with God that can bring hope and freedom. With a refreshingly simple yet powerful approach to a tough topic, Up Armor helps clients depend on God as well as our brothers and sisters in Christ for affirmation, love, and healing.

  • women of faith coaching

    This course is for Life Coaches who focus on key life issues pertaining to coaching women. You will learn the core foundations for working with this dynamic, including some of the challenges women face, such as shame, worry, rejection, and anger. Additionally, there is an emphasis on helping women see themselves through God’s eyes and focusing on their God-given calling in life. You will learn through these three courses: Spiritual Strength, Real Relationships, and Life Leadership. 

  • zero victim coaching

    Victimization is inevitable, but we have a choice in how we respond to it. A Zero Victim mentality is essential to precondition our minds to address these issues before they happen. Pastor James Ward conveys an effective model on how to deal with your past, decide your person, and develop your potential in life, as well as how to coach others to do the same. You will learn to bring abundant life and bear abundant fruit through faith in Jesus Christ. Three courses include: Dealing With Your Past, Deciding Your Person, and Developing Your Potential. 

niche markets

Each Niche Market course fulfills 10 credit/continuing education (CE) hours for Christian Chaplains & Coaching and ICCI Life Coaching credentials.

Coaching Niches represent general and broader categories of practice and expertise where life coaches often concentrate their primary work or ministry focus and, therefore, include selections from various Models, as well as other stand-alone course offerings. 

Complete any three courses in a Niche category, then apply for that Specialization credential.

Remember your coupon code for a 20% discount, available to our Ordained Chaplains, Pastors, and Certified Christian Life Coaches. 

  • leadership coaching

    IIn this program you will choose three courses from the offerings available. You may take more than three, but three are required to receive the certification. 

  • marriage and family coaching

    In this program you will choose three courses from the offerings available. You may take more than three, but three are required to receive the certification. 

  • performance coaching

    In this program you will choose three courses from the offerings available. You may take more than three, but three are required to receive the certification. 

  • relationship coaching

    In this program you will choose three courses from the offerings available. You may take more than three, but three are required to receive the certification. 

  • spiritual transformation and discipleship coaching

    In this program you will choose three courses from the offerings available. You may take more than three, but three are required to receive the certification. 

mini courses

Each Mini course fulfills 3 credit/continuing education (CE) hours for Christian Chaplains & Coaching and ICCI Life Coaching credentials.

They are easy to take and will provide you with some valuable topic-oriented insights. Just click the links below to enroll. Remember your coupon code for a 20% discount, available to our Ordained Chaplains, Pastors, and Certified Christian Life Coaches. 

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