Are there official qualifications to become a Christian / Professional Life Coach?

Most life coaches have a foundation of life experience prior to becoming coaches. They may have specialty knowledge or a background in a particular industry that enhances their ability to help others.  Or, perhaps they sense God has been using them for a long time, to speak into the lives of others and they are ready to formalize their work by gaining training and a credential.

Under whose authority and where can I work?

Our authority is God and our directive the Holy Bible. His word is practical, timely and sufficient for all matters of life. The coaches we train are able to work in the Christian community and in secular environment.  The dual certifications we provide support you regardless of where God calls you to work.  

But seek ye first the kingdom of God,

and his righteousness; and all these

things shall be added unto you.
~ Matthew 6:33

What are certifications and should a coach have?

Certifications are provided by many organizations to validate that the individual has successfully completed their course of study. This simply validates that you have working knowledge about the educational material that the school teaches. It is up to you whether to get certified or not. However, the benefits include increased capacity to help others, industry knowledge, understanding of tried and tested methods and models to achieve results, confidence in your own abilities, respect of clients and peers.

is it imperative to be affilated with ICF ?

No. PCCCA is not in affiliation with ICF (International Coach Federation) or any other secular / new age coaching association or club. PCCCA (Professional Christian Coaching and Counseling Academy, founded 2003) is an independent, Christian, professional education provider. Our proprietary curriculum was inspired by the Holy Spirit in agreement with scriptures in the Holy Bible and I am humbled that God allowed me the privilege of writing this legacy manuscript.

So what are your coaching goals? Is it a practice? Is it to help in a ministry?

You don't have to want a coaching practice to benefit from our courses. Many of our students want to learn for personal growth, or to enhance their work in another profession. Just as many tell us that if they never worked a day in coaching, their lives were forever transformed by what they learned.  When I hear this, I know I am at the center of my purpose and I thank God for this opportunity to transform lives for His glory.