Become an ICF-Certified Coach With Confidence

Our proven CORE™ Model integrates ICF Core Competencies, Bars, and PCC Markers—giving you a clear path to pass the assessment the first time.

Master CORE™

Aligned with ICF competencies + assessment-ready skills

Coach With Confidence

Track your hours, pass the assessment, and become ICF certified

Why Shipley?

✅ 30+ years coaching excellence
✅ Trusted by the DoD, Government & Corporations
✅ 1M+ lives impacted through Four Lenses® & CORE™
✅ One of four ICF-approved providers on DOD COOL list
✅ 90% pass rate on first ICF submission

The Shipley CORE™ Advantage

The CORE™ Model isn’t just a framework—it’s the backbone of your coaching mastery.

  • Fully maps to ICF Core Competencies

  • Integrates ICF Bars and PCC Markers

  • Works across any coaching niche: executive, team, or life

  • Helps you confidently navigate real coaching conversations

Choose Your Certification

Program Hours Outcome
SCP (Coach Practitioner) 48 hrs Foundation + Coaching Hours
SCC (Certified Coach) – ICF Level 1 64 hrs Eligible for ACC
SCPC (Certified Pro Coach) – ICF Level 2 126 hrs Eligible for PCC

Transforming Leaders, Empowering Success!

The Shipley Coaching Approach

At Shipley, we go beyond leadership development by providing frameworks that align with ICF Core Competencies, removing the guesswork and ensuring seamless transitions from student to coach. Our systemic approach uses multiple tools and models, offering flexibility to adapt to diverse client needs.

Authentic Coaching in Action:

Unlike traditional role play, we focus on Authentic Coaching Interactions—hands-on coaching with real clients, ensuring immediate application and impact. Regular practice throughout the program builds confidence and refines skills in genuine, real-world situations.

Live the Coaching Journey:

Participants don’t just train to coach—they live it. By stepping into the client role and receiving coaching themselves throughout the program, they deepen their understanding, accelerate personal growth, and build the confidence to coach effectively from the very start.

Highlights & Key Stats

  • DOD Partner for 27+ Years – Trusted partner with the U.S. Air Force, Army/Air National Guard, U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
  • Over 1 Million Military Members & Families Served – Delivering impactful coaching services to those who protect our country.
  • One of Four DOD COOL-Approved ICF Credentialed Training Providers – Authorized provider of coaching certification for military personnel.
  • ICF-Accrediated Training for U.S. Military, Government, Corporate Leaders, and Aspiring Professional Coaches – Ensuring globally recognized coaching standards.

  • 7-Year Contract with the Navy for Leadership Growth – Continued partnership reflecting proven effectiveness in leadership development.

Key Differentiators

Integrated Systems, Unified Impact

Our coaching leverages interconnected models, seamlessly working together to drive comprehensive results.

Multi-Tool, Multi-Model Approach

Our diverse coaching frameworks and models empower coaches to adapt to a wide range of client needs and challenges.

ICF Core Competency Integration

Every lesson is built with a direct alignment to ICF’s core competencies, ensuring best practices are seamlessly embedded in every coaching experience.

Actionable Learning

Our participants walk away with more than just theory—they gain practical skills and real-world experience to coach confidently and effectively from day one.