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Certified Life Coaching Professional

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CLIF)

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Executive Summary

Certified Life Coaching Professional

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Life Coaching Professional (CLIF) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CLIF holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Life Coaching Professional
Acronym
CLIF
Category
Counselling & Coaching
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Counsellors and Therapists
  • Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners
  • Social and Community Workers
  • Helping-Profession Practitioners
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex counselling functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement counselling systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to counselling
Global Employability
Qualify for counselling roles across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Counselling Theories, Models and Approaches
✦Assessment, Case Formulation and Treatment Planning
✦Therapeutic Skills, Alliance and Communication
✦Specialised Populations and Presenting Concerns
✦Coaching, Wellbeing and Positive Psychology
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Life Coaching Professional
Certified Life Coaching Professional: industry context, trends and professional standards · The helping relationship and its purpose · History and scope of counselling and coaching · Professional roles, boundaries and settings
2
The Working Alliance
The working alliance and coaching presence · Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · Feedback, challenge and psychological safety in coaching · Marketing technology and the stack
3
Questioning and Restraint
Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · The working alliance and coaching presence · Goal setting and behavioural change in coaching · Analytical techniques and bias
4
Challenge, Safety and Change
Feedback, challenge and psychological safety in coaching · Goal setting and behavioural change in coaching · The working alliance and coaching presence · Group facilitation and group process
5
Boundaries, Ethics and Supervision
The boundary between coaching and therapy · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Contracting and the three-way agreement · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
6
Evaluating What Changed
Evaluating coaching outcomes · Goal setting and behavioural change in coaching · Contracting and the three-way agreement · Lessons learned and development
7
Contracting the Engagement
Contracting and the three-way agreement · The working alliance and coaching presence · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Risk assessment and safety planning
8
Standards and Quality
Continuous improvement of controls · Driving measurable governance improvement · Data quality and stewardship · Product safety and standards
9
Conflict and Resistance
Commercial negotiation and value capture · Sponsorship and negotiation selling · Negotiation with clients and partners · Managing difficult customers
10
Records and Reporting
Transaction monitoring and suspicious reporting · Regulatory reporting and audits · Process and control documentation · Control monitoring and reporting
11
Coaching Practice
Building a coaching culture · Measuring coaching and mentoring impact · Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Coaching models and frameworks (GROW)
12
Therapeutic Practice
Working with organisations on wellbeing · Workplace and organisational contexts · Employment relationship and the psychological contract · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy
13
Ethics and Safeguarding
Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics · Professional standards and ethics · Marketing and sales ethics · Habit change and behaviour design
14
Communication Skills
Client feedback and satisfaction · Professional case study and presentation · Communicating with families and carers · Psychoeducation and public communication
15
Development and Learning
Advertising and creative development · Complaint data and learning · Training and capability building · Development banking and project finance
16
Groups and Facilitation
Microfinance and group lending · Facilitation skills and presence · Virtual and hybrid facilitation · Outcome and process measures
17
Behaviour and Change
Behaviour change and adoption of innovations · Foreign exchange and treasury operations · Technology governance and change control · Foreign exchange and hedging
18
Goals and Measurement
Social performance and outreach · Investment principles and objectives · Performance management systems and cycles · Completion, engagement and impact metrics
19
Leadership Context
Case management and referral · Writing advisory reports that drive decisions · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2) · Project roles and the project manager
20
Culture and Inclusion
The business case for diversity and inclusion · HR's role in culture, values and employer brand · Safety culture and leadership · Cross-cultural communication
21
Client Relationships
The project environment and stakeholders · Stakeholder rights and fair treatment · Procurement and contract value · Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan
22
Risk and Compliance
Implementation planning and risk management · Regulatory compliance and market requirements · Governance of service standards · Governance of the CX programme
23
Evidence and Research
Project data, reporting and analytics · AI and predictive project analytics · Data quality and governance · Customer personas and insight
24
Wellbeing and Resilience
Operational risk and resilience · Stress testing and scenario analysis · Stress and psychosocial risk · Managing growth, risk and resilience
25
Workplace Context
Customer (employee/manager) satisfaction · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Worker engagement and empowerment
26
Practice and Business
The retail landscape: formats, channels and the informal market · Pricing, promotions and markdowns in retail · Leading groups and workshops · Collaboration and teamwork
27
Digital Delivery
Digital transformation in banking · Branch-to-digital migration · Digital banking platforms and APIs · Payment technology and switches
28
Programme Delivery
Programme cycle management in NGOs · Event planning timelines, run sheets and production schedules · Event risk, safety and contingency planning · The vehicle sales process from enquiry to delivery
29
Community and Family Context
Recovery capital and community · Community and lifelong learning · Corporate social responsibility and ESG · Environmental, social and governance (ESG)
30
Health Context
Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Project governance and assurance · Healthcare quality, safety and accreditation · Procurement and stock management for health commodities

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • The Working Alliance — applied to your own work
  • Questioning and Restraint — applied to your own work
  • Challenge, Safety and Change — applied to your own work
  • Boundaries, Ethics and Supervision — applied to your own work
  • Evaluating What Changed — applied to your own work
  • Contracting the Engagement — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CLIF certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CLIF?

This certification is ideal for Counsellors and Therapists, Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners, Social and Community Workers and Helping-Profession Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CLIF certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CLIF internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CLIF certification?

The Certified Life Coaching Professional is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CLIF certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CLIF?

The Certified Life Coaching Professional is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CLIF?

The Certified Life Coaching Professional carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CLIF while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CLIF?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CLIF strengthens your expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing and positions you for advancement across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Clinical Lead
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Senior Counsellor
NGO Sector
“

I earned my CLIF while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Wellbeing Programme Manager
Government
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