ATD Coach Training Courses - Courses by Role

A coach training course is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in a coaching practice. Fundamental skills like active listening, coaching mindset, cultivating trust and safety, evoking awareness, and facilitating growth are taught and practiced. ATD's programs include practical coaching skills as well as coaching tools and templates participants can use back on the job.

ATD also offers courses that complement the traditional coaching curriculum. These courses empower those in coaching roles with additional skillsets related to consulting, change management, and using AI agents to enhance coaching efforts.

The benefit of earning a certificate in coach training is that is proves a level of commitment to professional and ethical practice and adherence to coaching principles. Many people use the term “coach” but may not have completed training programs that equip them with coaching skills needed in the workplace. A strong program also provides ongoing coaching resources and tools that learners can apply on the job to strengthen their practice and support continued growth.

Professionals who regularly develop talent in the workplace, or work in areas of HR that focus on employee development and engagement will benefit from taking a coach training course. Likewise, people managers who are often responsible for the growth and development of their teams also benefit from coach training.

Learn from experienced trainers and coaches

ATD facilitators are among the best in the world. One of the distinguishing characteristics of learning with ATD is that you not only gain knowledge and skills through course content, you are also watching a facilitator employ best practice during the course.

ATD’s Coaching Certificate program is taught by facilitators who also work as professional coaches.

Access ICF-approved coach training programs

ATD’s Coaching Certificate program qualifies for continuing education credit with the International Coaching Federation, the credentialing body for professional coaches.

Can I complete coach training online?

ATD’s Coaching Certificate program is offered live online and in-person.

ATD recognizes the vital role coaching plays in workforce development and organizational success, offering curated resources sourced from some of the nation's leading coaching experts. Coaching is proven to enhance individual performance, career satisfaction, and drive positive change within teams and organizations by improving skills, motivation, and engagement. Talent development professionals and managers regularly turn to ATD for support in building effective coaching skills, deepening their understanding of coaching competencies, and acquiring actionable strategies that strengthen their coaching impact.

Coach training course provides professionals the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in a coaching practice. Fundamental skills like active listening, coaching mindset, cultivating trust and safety, evoking awareness, and facilitating growth are taught and practiced. These skills are necessary in a coaching environment, but they are also important human skills (sometimes called “soft skills”) that contribute to your professional development and are often the skills leaders look for when considering people for promotions.

The International Coaching Federation is the credentialing body for professional coaches. Becoming a certified coach through ICF requires formal coaching education, hours of experience, and passing a knowledge exam. The length of time to become a certified coach varies based on individual commitment to the process.

ATD’s Coaching Certificate qualifies for continuing education credit with the International Coaching Federation, the credentialing body for professional coaches.