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Transform the Lives of Today’s Teens Through Professional Youth Coaching

Build your skillset and utilize an evidence-based framework to make a difference in the lives of preteens, teens, and young adults across the globe. Our youth life coaching training programs will help transform you into the compassionate, qualified adult that you needed as a struggling youth.
We’ve had the pleasure of training youth coaches for:

Championing Youth Empowerment: Unveiling Strengths, Bridging Gaps

Our passion and motivation start with our youth. We believe that teens are inherently resourced and capable, and with the right guidance, they can leverage these resources to rise through struggles and lay down the building blocks for a bright and successful future. At the Youth Coaching Institute, we strive to fill in support gaps for struggling young people, one life coach at a time. Our vision is that every tween, teen, and emerging adult may have access to a qualified youth coach when they need one.

Our Youth Life Coaching Training Services

If you’re looking for a solution to more effectively make a difference in the lives of teens in your community, we offer live certification programs, self-paced courses, and B2B resources for adults and organizations in any part of the world. Whether you’re a teacher, social worker, youth advocate, clinical supervisor, or an entrepreneurial professional looking to make an impact on the generation of future and emerging adults, our coaching instructors have the life experience, skillset, and proven expertise to help you strengthen your toolkit and take the next step in your career.

Coaching Certifications

Become an ICF-accredited Youth Resilience Coach through our live, virtual coach training programs, ideal for aspiring adolescent life coaches.

Elective Courses

Deepen your knowledge base, refine your skillset, and access ongoing supervision with non-certification coaching courses and advanced skills. 

Community Curriculum

Equip and upskill your staff with B2B-tailored professional development workshops and more for youth-serving organizations.

Basic Coaching Skills: A Starter Course for Supporting Youth

Do you know an adult who can benefit from learning basic coaching techniques? Our Basic Coaching Skills course is for parents or teachers of tweens, teens, or emerging adults who want to learn to support and empower them more effectively through this challenging life stage but do not have any interest in a coaching-specific work role.

$350

/ Person

Have Questions? Schedule a Q&A With Us.

Whether you have some coaching experience under your belt, want to better serve youth in your profession, or are exploring a profitable and fulfilling career choice, we’re here to guide you on the best path forward. Fill out our contact form or schedule a live 20-minute Q&A to learn more.

How To Get Started: Choosing Your Teen Life Coaching Pathway

Are you looking to begin a career in youth coaching? Or do you wish to become more specialized in your coaching approach or youth-serving profession? Browse through our offerings and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions.

Once you’ve identified the right course or certification program for your needs, easily sign up and pay online. We list all our prices and use a simple cart checkout system, so you can begin the registration process today!

If you sign up for one of our live certification programs, make sure check out your course’s upcoming training schedule. If you opt for one of our self-paced elective courses, you can access the curriculum material at any time.

Why Choose the Youth Life Coaching Institute for Certification & Training?

Behavioral Science-Based Coaching Approach

Our curriculum is built on a strong foundation of proven behavioral health principles. Studies show adolescent interventions, including personal and social skill-building practices, developed from a strong research base significantly enhance self-perceptions, school engagement, positive social behaviors, grades, and reduced problem behaviors.

International Coaching Federation Accreditation

The ICF is one of the highest-regarded coaching certification organizations globally, recognized for its stringent education requirements and rigorous credentialing process. We are proud to offer full professional coaching and certification paths accredited by both the ICF and the Center for Credentialing and Education.

Community of Social Change Agents

We’re a community of social change agents who experienced our share of struggles as adolescents. We managed to overcome, learn to thrive, and establish lives we can be proud of. Now, we’re committed to reaching back and supporting the next generation of young people who’ve yet to see the light on the other side of their struggle.

Why Choose the Youth Coaching Institute for Certification & Training?

Behavioral Science-Based Coaching Approach

Our curriculum is built on a strong foundation of proven behavioral health principles. Studies show adolescent interventions, including personal and social skill-building practices, developed from a strong research base significantly enhance self-perceptions, school engagement, positive social behaviors, grades, and reduced problem behaviors.

International Coaching Federation Accreditation

The ICF is one of the highest-regarded coaching certification organizations globally, recognized for its stringent education requirements and rigorous credentialing process. We are proud to offer full professional coaching and certification paths accredited by both the ICF and the Center for Credentialing and Education.

Community of Social Change Agents

We’re a community of social change agents who experienced our share of struggles as adolescents. We managed to overcome, learn to thrive, and establish lives we can be proud of. Now, we’re committed to reaching back and supporting the next generation of young people who’ve yet to see the light on the other side of their struggle.

About YCI: Our Mission to Support & Empower Youth Through Life Coaching

At the Youth Coaching Institute, our primary mission is to empower adolescents to combat distress, build resilience, and grow their self-awareness by expanding access to evidence-based teen coaching through rigorous, research-based coach education and credentialing at affordable rates. Learn more about our mission, vision, and team of educators at YCI.

Asjah Monroe
Asjah Monroe
2024-02-06
The YCI coaching certification program experience has been top notch. Worth every penny. When you enroll and commit, you will come out on the other side experience a competent, well-prepared, and trustworthy youth life coach. The workload is very manageable and the learning pace is entirely appropriate and well thought out. I highly recommend this program for anyone ready to step into coaching at any level. Don’t continue to think about it, just do it.
Saloni Hora
Saloni Hora
2024-01-26
Qualifying as a certified youth resilience coach through YCI was a pivotal experience. YCI approaches coach training with academic integrity – drawing from psychological theory and best practices, as well as requiring extensive practical training. Dr. Leah – thank you for your deep wisdom, and the grace with which you share your knowledge and experience!
Kelly Shanks
Kelly Shanks
2024-01-24
The words “thank you” are not enough for what I have received through pursuing coaching with YCI. I am at a huge turning point in my life and finding this program was just the right fit for me. I have high expectations for my professional development experiences and this exceeded my expectations! As a school psychologist it was imperative that the program I pursued was rooted in evidence based practices. The design of the course, attentiveness of staff and passion for coaching that was demonstrated throughout the course was exceptional! An added bonus is how much our cohort supported and cared for one another along this journey. If you are ready to pursue coaching, this program is worth the financial, time and energy investment, without a doubt.
Gilbert Guo
Gilbert Guo
2023-11-01
YCI was a very worthwhile experience. My instructor Liezel did a fantastic job of teaching. YCI’s support staff was incredibly responsive and organized. I’ve been able to build great relationships through the organization that will help me in my career after the course.
Emely Spagni
Emely Spagni
2023-10-31
I absolutely loved every lesson of the “Certified Youth Resilience Coach” program! It went above and beyond what I expected. I didn’t just learn about coaching – I learned a lot about myself too. The program offers great value for its price. Plus, a big bonus: it makes the ICF ACC application process a breeze compared to other programs!
Alex Hubbard
Alex Hubbard
2023-05-31
I took part in the YCI Certified Youth Resilience Coach program and I can’t recommend it enough. I was looking for a path to build on my skills as an educator and further my career in way that aligns with my values. While I was unsure of what exactly to expect as I underwent this 25 week course, I can honestly say it exceeded all of my expectations. I was able to develop a strong understanding of what it takes to be a great coach and learn more about adolescent psychology. The class was very manageable and Dr. Leah’s approach was informative, honest, and supportive. I feel like I have grown tremendously in a relatively short amount of time and I am excited to start my journey as a certified youth life coach.
Sarah Grace
Sarah Grace
2022-11-14
I recently completed my training with YCI as a Youth Resilience Coach. It has been an incredible experience. The quality of the teaching and accompanying support materials are excellent. The registration process and administration are straightforward and hassle-free. It has been fantastic to be part of an amazing cohort of people – an eclectic mix of backgrounds and cultures, all connecting through our shared desire to improve the lives of our young people. The magic comes, however, in the leadership and passion bestowed by Dr Leah. Her resounding commitment to her own learning journey of personal growth, coupled with her ceaseless determination to act, always, in service to her students and clients is quite remarkable. It has been a privilege and an honour to be in the presence of this alchemy – if only for a few weeks. If you can scrape the funds together; if you want to grow as a human being; and believe you can be of service to others in a positive way then sign up for this programme. You will not regret it.
Lisa Vanella
Lisa Vanella
2022-09-06
I really enjoyed this coaching class taught by Dr. Leah. Not only did I learn how to help clients but I learned a lot about myself. Dr. Leah opens up about her own life experience which helped me feel comfortable and safe. Her coaching technique is perfection. Very informative and highly recommended!
Brittany Beck
Brittany Beck
2022-07-05
Dr. Leah and YCI are incredible! I just completed my certification and could not be happier. Dr. Leah is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her work. From class one it was a very safe space to learn and grow. I highly recommend YCI and am extremely grateful for the experience!

Youth Coaching Expert Insights

Discover a library of free expert resources exploring the youth coaching landscape, the experiences of adolescents today, and opportunities to strengthen your approach. 

Elevate Your Impact and Start Coaching Today

Make a positive and measurable impact with the Youth Coaching Institute.  Develop your coaching skillset and begin the journey to becoming a certified youth life coach today.