Diploma in Life Coaching and Personal Development

Personal growth and purpose-driven living are at the heart of human fulfillment. The Diploma in Life Coaching & Personal Development at the Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria (CICN) equips you with the tools to help individuals unlock their potential, overcome limiting beliefs, and create meaningful life transformations.

This program combines the art of coaching with the science of psychology, empowering you to guide clients toward clarity, confidence, and actionable success. Whether working with individuals, groups, or organizations, you will learn how to facilitate growth, resilience, and purpose discovery.

 

Why Choose This Course?

  • Life coaching is one of the fastest-growing helping professions worldwide.
  • Many individuals struggle with self-esteem, career choices, purpose, and personal goals, and are actively seeking professional guidance.
  • This course blends global best practices in coaching with culturally relevant insights for African contexts.
  • You will graduate with the skills to inspire transformation and support clients in designing the lives they truly desire.

What You Will Learn

Participants will explore:

  • Foundations of life coaching and personal development theories.
  • Emotional intelligence, resilience, and mindset mastery.
  • Goal setting, motivation, and behavior change strategies.
  • Coaching for purpose discovery and personal fulfillment.
  • Communication, active listening, and powerful questioning techniques.
  • Ethics, boundaries, and professionalism in coaching practice.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of this diploma will be able to:

  • Conduct effective one-on-one and group coaching sessions.
  • Support clients in identifying and achieving their goals.
  • Help individuals build self-confidence, self-awareness, and resilience.
  • Integrate personal development tools into counseling or leadership roles.
  • Establish a sustainable practice in life coaching and personal growth facilitation.

Who Can Enrol?

This program is ideal for:

  • Counselors and therapists seeking to expand their skills.
  • Professionals in leadership, management, or HR.
  • Religious and community leaders guiding others toward growth.
  • Educators, trainers, and mentors.
  • Anyone passionate about helping people live with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

 

Program Details

  • Duration: 6 – 9 months.
  • Mode: Blended learning (online classes + in-person workshops).
  • Certification: CICN Diploma in Life Coaching & Personal Development.
  • Location: CICN Training Centers & Online Learning Platform.

 

Career Opportunities After Graduation

With a Diploma in Life Coaching & Personal Development, you can work in:

  • Private practice as a certified life coach.
  • Corporate settings as a coach, trainer, or HR consultant.
  • Schools, universities, and personal development programs.
  • Faith-based and community leadership roles.
  • Wellness, career, and motivational coaching platforms.

Why Choose CICN?

  • Nigeria’s first and foremost professional counseling institute, with international recognition.
  • Cutting-edge curriculum combining psychology, coaching, and personal growth.
  • Expert faculty with global and local coaching experience.
  • Practical, hands-on training with supervised coaching practice.
  • CICN’s vision of empowering professionals to unlock potential, purpose, and transformation.

At CICN, we train life coaches who don’t just set goals for clients, they inspire lasting change, self-discovery, and fulfillment.

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