Online Class: Career Coaching

Embracing the nuanced world of career coaching, this course equips learners with the knowledge of ethical standards, client assessment, and strategic planning, all essential for effective career guidance. By mastering topics like personal branding and effective negotiation, students are prepared to transform the job-seeking experience for their clients while ensuring their own business thrives.

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  • 15
    Lessons
  • 17
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 2,297
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 14
    Hours
    average time
  • 1.4
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Navigating the Job Market: The Comprehensive Guide to Career Coaching

The modern job market is a dynamic, often challenging environment where job seekers face stiff competition and rapidly changing industry demands. As the intricacies of this environment have grown, the need for expert guidance has never been more pronounced. Enter the realm of career coaching—a profession dedicated to illuminating the path for those navigating the vast maze of careers.

Course Overview:

This comprehensive online course offers an all-encompassing dive into the world of career coaching. It meticulously covers every facet: from the foundational principles and ethical guidelines of the profession to the practical nuances of client branding and interview preparation. With in-depth lessons, real-world examples, and step-by-step guidelines, aspiring career coaches will be equipped with the knowledge and tools they need to excel in this rewarding profession.

Course Highlights:

  • Defining Career Coaching: Delve into the essence of career coaching, exploring what it truly means and the profound impact it can have on individuals' lives.
  • Ethics & Integrity: Understand the significant ethical considerations inherent in the profession, ensuring you guide clients with integrity and transparency.
  • The Coach's Toolbox: Learn about effective methods to identify potential clients, assess their unique needs, and curate tailored strategies that resonate with their career aspirations.
  • Finding Purpose: Many clients seek more than just a job—they seek a calling. Discover techniques to help them uncover their true passions and align them with prospective careers.
  • Mastering the Job Search: From creating strategic roadmaps to leveraging motivational factors, delve deep into the intricacies of the job-hunting process.
  • Personal Branding & Interviews: In the age of digital portfolios and online presence, personal branding is paramount. Learn how to help clients cultivate a compelling professional image, and prepare them to shine in interviews.
  • Negotiation & Compensation: Equip your clients with the skills to negotiate effectively, ensuring they attain compensation packages that reflect their worth.
  • Building a Sustainable Career Coaching Business: As you guide others on their career paths, also gain insights into ensuring the longevity and success of your own career coaching enterprise.

Detailed Course Breakdown:

  1. What Does Being a Career Coach Mean to You? - Dive into the philosophical underpinnings of the profession.
  2. The Ethics of Career Coaching - Maintain high standards with a strong moral compass.
  3. Do You Have the Right Training for Career Coaching? - Understand requisite qualifications and continuous learning.
  4. Finding Career Coaching Clients - Strategies to attract and retain clientele.
  5. Assessing a Client's Needs - Techniques to comprehend and address diverse client requirements.
  6. Helping Clients Find Their Calling - Merge passion with profession.
  7. For the Client Who Just Wants to Be Happier at Work - Enhance job satisfaction and work-life balance.
  8. Strategy Plans for Finding a New Job - A tactical approach to the job search.
  9. Road Maps and Coaching Go Hand in Hand - Charting clear, actionable plans for client success.
  10. Helping Clients Find What Motivates Them - Unearth intrinsic motivators for sustained enthusiasm.
  11. Branding Your Clients - Develop a standout professional identity.
  12. Teach a Client to Ace the Interview - Tips and techniques for memorable interviews.
  13. Making More Money - Financial success in alignment with professional growth.
  14. Teaching a Client That They Can Make Money and Be Happy - Marrying financial rewards with job satisfaction.
  15. The Future of Career Coaching - Stay ahead with a glimpse into the evolving landscape of career coaching.

By the course's conclusion, not only will students be poised to guide others towards their dream careers, but they'll also be well-equipped to establish a thriving career coaching business. Whether you're passionate about guiding others to their professional zenith or seeking strategies to bolster your existing coaching enterprise, this course provides a comprehensive, self-paced learning journey. Join us, and make a lasting difference in the lives of countless professionals!

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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
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Lesson 1. Guided Career Mastery

Gone are the days of static career paths, as the global job market now demands continual adaptation and upskilling. Career coaches play a vital role in this complexity by crafting personalized strategies for clients, enabling them to discover unique potential and thrive in diverse fields. 12 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Career Coaching; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Lesson 1: What Does Being a Career Coach Mean to You?

Lesson 2. Integrity and Trust: Foundations of Coaching Ethics

Ethical coaching involves understanding cultural nuances and respecting personal boundaries, ensuring that each client's unique context is honored. Maintaining professionalism without blurring boundaries ensures that the focus remains on aiding clients' aspirations and achievements effectively. Additional lesson topics: Career Coaching Ethics 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2: The Ethics of Career Coaching

Lesson 3. Training for Transformational Career Coaching

Becoming a career coach means being more than just an advisor; it involves understanding the emotional dynamics of career transitions and committing to ongoing professional development. Through education, mentorship, and self-awareness, you can provide comprehensive support to help clients achieve their professional dreams. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Career Coach
  • Assessment: Lesson 3: Do You Have the Right Training for Career Coaching?

Lesson 4. Building Lasting Client Connections: Elevate Your Coaching Practice

Harness the power of workshops and webinars to leave a memorable impression on potential clients, demonstrating the value of your unique insights and fostering trust through firsthand experiences. Such platforms not only bolster your expert credibility but also serve as fertile ground for organic client interest and connection. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4: Finding Career Coaching Clients

Lesson 5. From Needs to Aspirations: Navigating Career Coaching

Crafting an actionable career plan with SMART goals and continuous skill development is vital for career progression, ensuring that clients are prepared to adapt to the rapidly changing job landscape. Networking and building a supportive ecosystem are critical components, enabling clients to uncover opportunities and insights effectively. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5: Assessing a Clients Needs

Lesson 6. Navigating Professional Fulfillment Beyond Financial Success: A Holistic Approach to Career Coaching

Career coaching aids individuals in uncovering their true calling by understanding the indispensable role of aligning one's vocation with personal values and strengths. This empowering process encourages a shift from traditional career trajectories, embracing innovative paths that harness creativity, resilience, and a commitment to lifelong evolution. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6: Helping a Client Find Their Calling

Lesson 7. Enhancing Workplace Happiness

Exploring workplace happiness, this lesson emphasizes understanding core job satisfaction factors and suggests self-reflection strategies for positive change. It encourages aligning personal values with professional settings to enhance job fulfillment without necessarily changing positions. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7: For the Client Who Just Wants to Be Happier at Work

Lesson 8. Professional Growth in a Competitive World

Networking and maintaining an online presence are crucial in the modern job search process. Platforms like LinkedIn not only help build professional connections but also allow job seekers to showcase their expertise and engage with industry content. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8: Strategy Plans for Finding a New Job

Lesson 9. Crafting Your Path: Road Maps as Career Catalysts

Crafting career road maps is an intricate process that combines an understanding of client desires with outlining strategic pathways to goals. This adaptive approach empowers individuals to tackle roadblocks creatively, ensuring progress even amid uncertainties. Additional lesson topics: Your road map 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9: Road Maps and Coaching Go Hand in Hand

Lesson 10. The Art of Unveiling Client Motivations: A Holistic Coaching Masterclass

Decoding motivation requires listening to client expressions and exploring underlying feelings, enabling the discovery of true motivators beyond the surface level. By creating an open dialogue, coaches help clients navigate the complexities of their motivations, fostering insights for career growth. Additional lesson topics: What Motivates People? 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10: Helping Clients Find What Motivates Them

Lesson 11. Distinctive Identity: A Guide to Personal Branding

In the competitive job market, personal branding becomes essential as it aligns with cultural fit rather than just technical skills, prompting employers' curiosity. Crafting a distinct mission statement aids individuals in differentiating themselves and effectively communicating this brand across various platforms. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 11: Branding Your Clients

Lesson 12. Navigating Interviews: From Preparation to Success

Excelling in interviews goes beyond just preparation; it involves understanding market trends, the company's culture, and aligning oneself with the organizational goals, making pre-interview research crucial for client success. Navigating the actual interview requires mastering the art of storytelling, confident communication, and the ability to showcase problem-solving abilities, all while managing anxiety through proven mindfulness techniques. Additional lesson topics: Potential Interview Questions 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Interviews
  • Assessment: Lesson 12: Teach a Client to Ace the Interview

Lesson 13. Crafting Compelling Value: Navigating Salary and Benefits Talks

In 2023, Payscale reported that a mere 37% of employees negotiated their last salary, yet successful negotiations resulted in an average earnings increase of 7.4%. By proactively engaging in salary discussions, clients can significantly improve their financial stability and job satisfaction. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 13: Making More Money

Lesson 14. Harmonizing Prosperity and Satisfaction

Lesson Summary 4: The lesson emphasizes cultivating a positive outlook as a tool for sustained happiness and career satisfaction. Encouraging lifelong learning, resilience, and realistic goal-setting is central to achieving professional fulfillment and financial growth. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 14 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 14: Teaching a Client That They Can Make Money and Be Happy

Lesson 15. Career Coaching in a Changing World: Strategies and Success

Career coaching's future is bright with opportunities as coaches expand their role beyond traditional practices, integrating technology and embracing global perspectives. This profession is crucial for guiding individuals in multi-career lifetimes, promoting adaptable skills, and empowering clients to pursue fulfilling roles. 54 Total Points
  • Lesson 15 Video
  • Lesson discussions: What is your opinion of this course?; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 15: The Future of Career Coaching
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
200
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define what a career coach is.
  • Define the ethics behind career coaching.
  • Describe the necessary training needed to become a great career coach.
  • Determine methods for finding the right clients.
  • Assess your client's needs.
  • Help your clients find their calling.
  • Define ways to help clients make the best of your current professional situation.
  • Develop strategy plans to help clients find new job opportunities.
  • Create road maps.
  • Help your clients find what motivates them.
  • Brand your clients.
  • Train your clients for better job interviewing skills.
  • Show your clients ways to make more money.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Career Coaching
Course Number: 8900054
Lessons Rating: 4.4 / 5 Stars (2,129 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: You can take this course online in every U.S. state including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. International availability includes English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, the UK, and South Africa.
Last Updated: March 2024
CEU Value: 1.4 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: John Chouinard
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "This course and the course material are extremely helpful. The instructor is a subject matter expert for sure!! I love this course and will recommend others." -- Senthilkumar M.
  • "I really enjoyed this course. It has a lot of useful information and the instructor offered a lot of valuable feedback." -- Annileen W.
  • "The course was excellent and the instructor was very timely and helpful." -- Michael M.
  • "Excellent course and excellent instructor." -- Janice B.
  • "Thank you for the comments on my assignments." -- Karen C.
  • "Great course and instructor!" -- Brian T.
  • "The Career Coach 101 course was extremely well organized and presented in a logical format. It challenged me in a manner that I was not accustomed to compared with other online courses that I have completed. I am able to apply what I have learned to make my current programs more relevant. I will recommend the course to my colleagues and clients! I look forward to enrolling in and completing additional Universal Class course offerings." -- JACK B.
  • "I learned so much from this course. I am looking for a job myself and also began working with an employment consultant while I took this course. I don't know if i will become a Career Coach, but I have a real solid idea of the role, the training required and it's value to clients. " -- Joanne A.
  • "The instructor was a good monitor of the process and provided very good feedback (to enable learning)." -- Michael B.
  • "The course explained things in more detail and made concepts much clearer to me, than they would have otherwise been." -- Sue J.

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