Executive Coach Certification Programs
Three programs.
One community.
Most people start with Gold.
Choose where to begin, and grow from there. There is no wrong choice.
Just pick the place that feels right today.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
NEXGEN Executive Coaching Academy offers three ICF-aligned executive coaching certification programs for working professionals.
Whether you are exploring coaching for the first time, pursuing your ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential, or ready for the full ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) pathway, every NEXGEN program combines rigorous coach training with practical business-building skills.
All programs are delivered online, with live cohort sessions and self-paced flexibility. Join the waitlist to be notified when the next cohort opens.
Find Your Fit
Not sure which one? Start here.
Read the three descriptions below. One of them will sound like you. That's where you start.
SILVER
I want to try coaching first before I go all-in.
- You're curious about coaching but not sure you're ready to commit fully
- You want a certificate and real skills without the full ICF process
- You want to get started now and decide later if you want more
- You have 2–3 months and want to see results fast
$9,995
One-time · Certificate · Financing available · Upgradeable to Gold
or Platinum
Gold - Most Popular
I want ICF coach training and a clear path to ACC.
- You're serious about coaching and want the ICF ACC credential
- You want clients, income, and a real practice — not just a certificate
- You're still working and need evenings and weekends
- You want the most complete path to a coaching business
$11,995
One-time · Financing available · ICF Membership for one year · Upgradeable to Platinum
Platinum
I want the highest ICF credential and full business support.
- You want the PCC — PCC is a globally recognized credential for experienced coaches and is often the credential associated with professional-level practice.
- You plan to coach at the highest executive or corporate level
- You want deep mastery and are willing to put in the hours
- This is going to be your primary career, not a side practice
$13,995
One-time · Financing available ·
ICF Membership for one year ·
Highest Level
Silver — Certificate
Start coaching.
See what's possible
You're not sure yet. That's okay. Silver is the way to dip your toes in, build real skills, and get a certificate — without the pressure of a full credentialing journey. And if you want more after? You can upgrade anytime.
The NEXGEN Silver Certificate is the ideal entry point for professionals who want to experience real coaching practice before committing to a full ICF credential pathway. In 8 weeks, you will move from complete beginner to a coach with foundational skills, real practice hours, and a clear picture of whether coaching is your next step. The Silver Certificate is not ICF credentialed on its own — but it is fully compatible with the NEXGEN upgrade pathway: you can apply your Silver training directly toward the Gold (ICF ACC) or Platinum (ICF PCC) programs at any time.
This program is for you if:
You're still figuring it out.
You like the idea of coaching but want to learn the basics before you commit to the full ICF pathway.
You want to move fast.
Silver takes 2–3 months. You'll finish with a certificate and real coaching skills — not just theory.
You're an internal coach or leader.
Some people use coaching skills inside their current job — not to start a new business. Silver is perfect for that.
SILVER - Certificate
$9,995
One-time · Financing available
→ 38 hours coaching education
→ 2–3 months, self-paced
→ Live & async instruction
→ 2-day live intensive seminar
→ AI-powered LMS platform
→ Sticky Outcomes book
→ NexGen Executive Coach Certificate
→ Upgrade credit toward Gold/Platinum
↑ Upgrade to Gold or Platinum anytime
Gold ★ Most Popular
Get credentialed.
Build your business.
Gold is the complete package. You prepare for your ICF ACC credential, the business skills to find clients and get paid, and a community of coaches around you. This is how you go from "I want to coach" to "I have a coaching business."
The NEXGEN Gold program is the most popular NEXGEN program — and the most complete ICF Level 1 coach training available for working professionals. It provides 69 ICF-accredited training hours — the full requirement for the ACC credential — taught at PCC mastery standards from day one. Unlike programs that teach to the minimum, NEXGEN Gold teaches you how to coach the way master coaches coach. You will also complete 10 hours of mentor coaching, gain access to the NEXGEN Barter Coaching Platform to log your ICF practice hours, and receive dedicated business-building curriculum so you are ready to attract coaching clients from the moment you graduate.
This program is for you if:
You want to be taken seriously.
The ICF ACC credential is the global standard. Clients, companies, and employers recognize it. It opens doors.
You want clients, not just a certificate.
Gold includes business-building training most programs skip entirely — pricing, positioning, getting clients, and building income.
You're still working a full-time job.
5–6 months. Evenings and weekends. Join anytime. No waiting for a cohort. You fit it around your life.
Gold ★ Most Popular
$11,995
One-time · Financing available
→ In partnership with Lyssa deHart Coaching - Level 1
→ 69 ICF education hours
→10 hours mentor coaching
→ 100 paid coaching hours**
→ 5–6 month completion
→ RaeNotes PCC-marker evaluations
→ Barter Coaching Platform access
→ Full business-building curriculum
→ One-year ICF Membership included
→ Upgrade credit toward Platinum
↑ Upgrade to Platinum anytime
**student completes on their own
Platinum — PCC
The highest level.
For the fully committed.
Platinum is for coaches who are all in. Prepare for your PCC credential. The PCC is the most widely recognized advanced ICF credential. If you want to coach at the highest executive level — corporate clients, C-suite work, premium fees — this is the credential that gets you there.
The NEXGEN Platinum program is the most comprehensive executive coach training program we offer — and one of the most rigorous ICF Level 2 (PCC) pathways available to working professionals. With 175+ ICF-accredited training hours, intensive mentor coaching, and a full business development track, Platinum graduates enter the coaching profession with the depth, credentials, and practice to build a sustainable coaching business at the professional level. The ICF PCC credential is the benchmark credential for serious professional coaches and is recognized by clients, HR departments, and organizations worldwide.
This program is for you if:
Coaching is your career, not a side project.
You're building a full-time practice. PCC opens the doors that ACC doesn't — corporate contracts, executive clients, premium pricing.
You want our highest level of coach training
You want the most widely recognized professional-level ICF credential. You want a credential that signals professional coaching competence
You want deep, advanced skills.
Platinum includes advanced elective tracks and PCC-Mento Coaching. You want to move beyond foundational coaching skills and increase your partnering ability.
Platinum — PCC
$13,995
One-time · Financing available
→ In partnership with Lyssa deHart Coaching - Level 2
→ 125 ICF education hours
→ 10 hours mentor coaching
→ 500 paid coaching hours **
→ PCC Mentoring and Evaluation
→ Advanced elective courses
→ Barter Coaching Platform access
→ Full business-building curriculum
→ One-year ICF Membership included
→ Advanced Tracks
Our highest level of mastery
**student completes on their own
Compare All Threes Programs
Compare NEXGEN’s three executive coaching certification programs designed for working professionals. Whether you want to start with a certificate, follow the ACC path, or pursue the PCC path, each option combines coach training with practical business-building support.
| Feature | Silver | Gold (ACC) | Platinum (PCC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credential Path | Certificate program | ICF Level 1 – ACC pathway | ICF Level 2 – PCC pathway |
| Best For | Beginners who want to start coaching and build skills fast | Professionals who want ICF credentials and business-building support | Coaches pursuing the highest-level pathway with deeper mastery |
| Training Hours | 38 education hours | 69 ICF education hours | 125 ICF education hours |
| Mentor Coaching | Not included | 10 hours included | 10 hours included |
| Time to Complete | 2–3 months | 5–6 months | 6–12 months |
| Business-Building Support | Foundational | Strong | Full and advanced |
| Barter Coaching Platform | No | Yes | Yes |
| Upgrade Option | Upgrade to Gold or Platinum | Upgrade to Platinum | Highest level |
| Price | $9,995 | $11,995 | $13,995 |
Standards & Credentials
What you walk away with
— no matter which program.
01
Real coaching skills
Not theoretical frameworks — applied, practiced coaching competencies at PCC mastery level from day one, so you coach effectively from your first paid session.
02
A community
Access to the NEXGEN community of coaches — a peer group of working professionals making the same transition, led by faculty who have trained over 10,000 coaches.
03
Business basics
Every NEXGEN program includes dedicated business-building training: how to find clients, set prices, define your niche, and run a coaching business — not an afterthought but a core curriculum track.
04
ICF Aligned
All programs are designed in alignment with ICF (International Coaching Federation) competency standards. Gold and Platinum programs lead directly to ICF ACC and PCC credentials.
Program Faq
Questions people ask before they enroll
Yes. NEXGEN is designed for busy working professionals who need flexible coach training they can fit around work, family, and real life.
Yes. Programs are delivered online with a mix of self-paced learning, live sessions, and practical support.
You can start right away. NEXGEN is built to be flexible, so you do not need to wait for a traditional fixed cohort start date.
Choose Silver if you want to start coaching and build skills fast. Choose Gold if you want the ACC path plus business-building support. Choose Platinum if you want the full PCC pathway and NEXGEN’s highest level of training.
Yes. You can start where you are and move up later. Silver can lead into Gold or Platinum, and Gold can continue into Platinum.
Silver is the starting certificate option. Gold is the ICF Level 1 ACC path with business support. Platinum is the ICF Level 2 PCC path with the deepest training and highest credential track.
You choose the program that fits your goals, enroll, and begin your training path. NEXGEN is designed to make it simple to get started.
Yes. Financing options are available for students who want a more manageable way to pay for their program.
Yes. You can attend a free webinar or speak with the team to better understand which path is the right fit for you.
No. Silver is a certificate program. It is built for people who want to start coaching, build real skills, and begin before deciding on a full ICF credential path.
Yes. Gold is NEXGEN’s ICF Level 1 program and is designed for students pursuing the ACC pathway.
Yes. Platinum is NEXGEN’s ICF Level 2 program and is designed for students pursuing the PCC pathway.
ACC stands for Associate Certified Coach. It is an ICF credential for coaches who have completed approved training and are building their professional coaching experience.
PCC stands for Professional Certified Coach. It is a higher ICF credential than ACC and is often pursued by coaches who want deeper training, more experience, and stronger professional positioning.
MCC stands for Master Certified Coach. It is the highest ICF credential level and is meant for very experienced coaches with advanced coaching mastery.
No. On this page, NEXGEN’s credential paths are focused on Gold for ACC and Platinum for PCC. MCC is a later, advanced credential beyond these paths.
No. Completing the training is a major step, but ICF credentials also require the applicant to meet ICF requirements and complete the credential application process.
Yes. Many coaches begin with the ACC path first and then continue toward PCC as they grow their experience, training, and coaching practice.
That depends on your goals. ACC is a strong starting point for building credibility. PCC is often the stronger choice for coaches who want a deeper professional path and higher-level executive coaching opportunities.
Yes. ICF credentials are globally recognized by organizations, clients, and leaders as a trusted professional standard in coaching.
An ICF-aligned program gives you structured coach training based on recognized standards and a clearer path toward professional credentials that carry more trust in the market.
No. You do not need to already be a professional coach to begin. NEXGEN is built for working professionals who want to enter coaching in a structured and practical way.
