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Communication · Leadership · self-improvement
Developing perceptual intelligence, communication, and leadership skills.
Self-paced course with mentor advisory, practice, and community support.
what it’s all about
Listen Beyond Words
Every conversation runs through a filter before you notice it. Most people relate (“I’ve been there”), fix (“here’s what you should do”), or assume what someone means — before hearing the words. You’ll learn to catch the filter and get curious about the underlying cause instead.
Ask
Not every question opens things up. Some quietly narrow the conversation toward an answer you’d already landed on, or sneak an advice disguised with a question mark. You’ll learn to ask something the other person has to think about (instead of something that walks them toward your answer).
Remove blockers
The instinct to fix is strong, especially in people who are good at their jobs. You’ll learn to control the instinct and help the other person notice what’s stopping them (which is usually not what they said first).
Gain clarity
A conversation that feels good doesn’t necessarily lead somewhere. You will gain a clearer read on what’s driving the situation and act on the insights.
Excerpts from Past Classes
what you’ll walk away with
Is This for me?
How does it work
Self-paced course with practice, mentorship, and community
Delivered weekly by email and accessible to students in the members’ portal.
how it runs
8 Weeks of Self-Guided Learning
Each week: 4 short videos — an introduction, two teaching lessons, and one demonstration you watch and unpack, plus a companion guide to work through alongside them.
Weekly Live Practice + Training Sessions
Join weekly live sessions for additional teaching, practice, mentorship, and integration. Optional but highly recommended.
Checkpoints
Join weekly live sessions for additional teaching, practice, mentorship, and integration. Optional but highly recommended.
Recordings of Live Sessions
Can’t attend live? You’ll receive access to recordings so you can stay connected to the learning. Return to the foundational lessons, tools, and practices whenever you need them.
Community and Peer Rotation
Registered members get access to a private group and a group chat for questions and comparing notes with the rest of the cohort. Gain support and practice your skills with fellow students in an optional peer structure to build confidence and real-world experience.
Access to Elevate for the Duration of the Course
Receive access to Elevate throughout the 8-week experience to deepen your personal growth, self-awareness, and intuitive development.
Workbook + Practice Tools
Guided materials to help you integrate the teachings, practice the skills, and reflect on your development.
Mentorship from Certified Coaches
This course is taught and supported by graduates and certified coaches.
Certificate of Completion and Coaching Hours
Upon completion, you’ll receive a Certificate, recognizing your completion of the Coaching Skills Course.
The course also includes 30 coaching educational hours (1.5 Ethics, 15 Core Competencies, and 13.5 Resource Development) that can be counted towards the ICF portfolio path.
What You’ll Learn
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Clear the noise:
Set aside the assumptions, emotions, and judgments
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Focus on the signal:
Extract the essence of what’s being said
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Become a better listener:
Ask powerful questions, precision questions that extract the truth
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Show up:
Act on what you perceive and lead others to meaningful change
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Be an effective communicator:
Use perceptual Intelligence to navigate conversations and situations
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Apply:
Apply coaching skills in your professional and personal life
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Flexible payment options are available. Choose the structure that best supports your enrollment:
Future Certification Pathway
Should you choose to pursue coaching certification, this payment will be applied toward ILCATE’s coaching certification program.
Give it a try?
Free training, mentoring, and supervised practice.
Every Tuesday (Aug 4th-Sep 29th).
Time Left to Sign Up
Book a call
Schedule a call to talk about your direction, your current level, and what training could do for you.
Do I need to attend all five sessions?
No. The material is pre-recorded and can be viewed at your convenience. Live sessions are intended for practice and mentorship. Attendance is recommended but not required.
Will I be accruing Coaching Hours?
Yes. The course includes 30 coaching educational hours (1.5 Ethics, 15 Core Competencies, and 13.5 Resource Development) that can be counted towards the ICF portfolio path.
Will I be able to acquire coaching certification upon completion of the course?
Yes. Although this is a skill-building course, not a credentialed training program, you will earn a certificate of completion. Please inquire if you would like to join our coaching certification program.
Can I still attend the free sessions?
Yes, you’re more than welcome to attend all of our free events.
Do I need a coaching background to start?
No. This is the entry point, not an add-on to something else.
What if I can’t complete the course within 8 weeks?
You will have lifetime access to the course so that you can complete it on your own time.
