Weatherhead Coach Education
Introducing the New Weatherhead Coaching Pathway
Advancing a Legacy of Intentional Change
For decades, Weatherhead School of Management has been a pioneer in the field of coaching. Through the synergy of our Coaching Education, Coaching Services, and Coaching Research Laboratory, we have empowered generations of coaches to inspire and sustain desired change. As the home of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and Intentional Change Theory (ICT), we haven't just taught coaching—we’ve conducted rigorous research that has helped to advance the field.
We are proud of this rich legacy—and excited to once again break new ground.
We are thrilled to introduce a newly enhanced, stackable certificate pathway that structures our world-renowned academic heritage into a flexible journey designed for the modern professional. Whether you are a manager seeking to unlock your team’s potential or a coach aiming for the highest levels of ICF credentialing, this pathway provides exactly what you need to succeed.
Your Journey of Intentional Growth
Our new pathway offers three stackable microcredentials, allowing you to customize your learning journey from foundational skills to professional expertise.
- IDEAL Essentials: Lead with Coaching. Best for: Managers, Team Leaders, and Emerging Coaches. Shift your mindset from "directing" to "developing." Leveraging the IDEAL Conversation Framework, this program equips you with the essential tools to build psychological safety, ask powerful questions, and elevate the performance of those around you.
- IDEAL Impact: Coaching with Emotional Intelligence. Best for: Professionals pursuing ICF ACC credentialing and managers looking to truly embody coaching as a leadership style. Move from "doing" coaching to "being" a coach. By integrating Weatherhead’s signature work on Emotional Intelligence, you will learn to manage your presence, deepen client trust, and navigate complex challenges with confidence.
- IDEAL Mastery: Coaching for Intentional Development. Best for: Experienced Coaches pursuing ICF PCC credentialing and those interested in mastering Intentional Change Theory. Synthesize your skills to facilitate identity-level growth. Deeply rooted in Intentional Change Theory, this capstone prepares you to guide clients through the "Ideal Self" discovery process, leading to sustainable, life-changing results.
Why the New Weatherhead Pathway?
- Science-Backed Authority: Move beyond intuition with a curriculum built on decades of empirical research into how adults learn, change, and grow.
- Flexible & Stackable: Earn a digital microcredential for every program you complete. Apply your training hours seamlessly toward the next step in your journey.
- Global Standards: Follow a clear, rigorous path aligned with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) that guides you from foundational hours all the way to Professional Certified Coach (PCC) readiness.
- Purpose-Built for Leaders: Leverage a certificate program designed specifically for managers looking to be leaders who develop their people through coaching.
Ready to learn more? Click on the links below for details on each microcredential.
IDEAL Essentials: Lead with Coaching
IDEAL Impact: Coaching with Emotional Intelligence
IDEAL Mastery: Coaching for Intentional Development