The ACA Level 2 Program
ACA’s Level 2 program is the most comprehensive program we have. It is 144 hours of coaching education accredited by the International Coaching Federation.
Learning Areas
Advanced Ethics, Agreements, and More
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Neurodiversity and Advanced Listening
Advanced Formulation of Questions
Many Exercises and Tools: Includes an in-depth review of tools like the feelings wheel.
Cultural Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence
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Next start september 30th, 2024! Only $5,995!
ACA offers coach training for all coaches. The techniques you learn can be used in most areas of coaching, meaning any niche. The Level 2 program includes the Level 1 program. It then adds 72 hours of training in the areas mentioned above. This program is excellent for coaches who want the PCC or extensive training. It is also great for coaches who are ready to advance their skills! We do transfer in prior credits.
Who should take our program?
ACA Serves a wide variety of coaches from all across the industry!
Program Components
SYNCHRONOUS LEARNING
This is the live component of the program. This is a requirement of all ICF-accredited programs. During the live training, there is a mix of lecturing, activities, demonstration coaching, and practice coaching.
ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING
We have developed an online student training platform using the best instructional design techniques and programs available. Students spend time learning on their own time in our learning management system. Different modes of learning are utilized in the system.
OBSERVED SESSIONS
All students complete what we call observed sessions. This is a practice coaching session with you and another fellow student. We do provide feedback on some observed sessions.
Peer Sessions
These are practice sessions with a peer that are not recorded or reviewed. They are just a way to practice implementing the learning that you do in the classroom.
Journaling Projects
Part of the Level 2 has a project-based component. In this component students are faced with a real situation to analyze and apply core coaching competencies to. The project should demonstrate understanding and ability to apply theories to practice.
the aca difference
An easier path forward.
Choosing the right training program for you should be easy. At ACA, we believe providing quality coach training is the most essential part of your coaching journey. We offer an inclusive and welcoming learning environment so you can thrive. We coach and coach and coach some more. Let’s get started together!
Why Level 2?
Eligible for ACC and PCC through the International Coaching Federation.
The best way to get accredited training in an all-in-one package with mentoring.
A larger investment but longer term payoff and more training means more skill development.
Getting the training done at one time means you have to invest less later. You can focus on what you want to do which is coaching!
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Tuition for the Level 2 program is $7,995.00. This includes all mentoring and the evaluation needed for ICF Accreditation. There is nothing additional students need to do in order to qualify for their credential with ICF besides collect coaching hours and take the ICF exam.
Enroll today and let’s start making a difference together!
Already have coach training hours? Contact us at liz@acacoachacademies.org and discuss the Level 2 add-on opportunities!
Level 2 Testimonial
Kim Ochs, ACC
The Level 2 program, taught by Elizabeth Bentley, was a transformative program that far exceeded my expectations. I not only gained the skills and confidence to coach at a higher level but also a deeper understanding of myself as a coach. The learning experience rivals that of a graduate program in terms of teaching, quality, impact, and community. Yet, it is far more inclusive and could appeal to new or experienced coaches of any age or background. I highly recommend this program to anyone, at any level, serious about coaching and looking for a truly transformative experience.
The program was brilliantly designed with five components — live sessions, peer coaching, individual mentoring, group mentoring, and projects — which ensured that we were constantly building our competencies as coaches. This comprehensive blend of theory, practical application, and real-world scenarios challenged me to think differently, to push beyond my comfort zone, and to refine my coaching presence. It included both foundational coaching concepts and advanced techniques that truly elevated my coaching capabilities. I gained the knowledge I needed to successfully pass the ICF credentialing exam on my first attempt
The small cohort format was expertly facilitated to create a safe space for meaningful exchange in our group sessions, which included smaller breakout rooms. Additional exchanges happened outside the classroom among our classmates, which provided additional, helpful support and peer discussion.
What sets this program apart is its focus on the art of coaching, not just the technical aspects. The emphasis on emotional intelligence, intuition, and deep listening has allowed me to engage with coachees on a far more meaningful level. The focus on building competencies and the requirement to do applied project work were crucial in helping me develop my confidence through coaching. As part of the course, I designed coaching tools that I later used in sessions with coachees, and I had a safe space and community with whom to discuss experiences and strategies to reiterate to improve. This was invaluable.
The interactive nature of the program — with masterful teaching, hands-on coaching practice, insightful peer feedback — helped me integrate the skills into my own style while staying grounded in the ICF Core Competencies. In the group mentoring sessions, we shared and reviewed with each other video examples of our own coaching. These provided a supportive environment for honest peer feedback and for students to develop a solid understanding of the core competencies as they relate to different coaching scenarios. This was excellent preparation for the ICF credentialing exam.
It is important to remember that coaching hours happen outside the classroom and need to be factored into one’s personal time plan and commitment. This Level 2 program is more than just an educational journey — it’s a powerful, life-changing investment in yourself and your future as a coach.