Empower change with coaching excellence and cultural intelligence.
At the Institute for Coaching Innovation (ICI), our ICF-accredited training equips you with the advanced coaching skills, cultural awareness, and leadership tools to navigate complex systems and inspire real, lasting transformation.

What Is the Transformational Coach Pathway™?
A clear, purpose-driven progression for coaches at every stage.
The Transformational Coach Pathway™ is ICI's signature training model designed for purpose-driven professionals and future-ready leaders.
Each level equips you with the skills, frameworks, and presence to coach across differences, lead with impact, and navigate complex systems with clarity. Whether you're just beginning or building toward mastery, this pathway offers structured growth, real-world practice, and ICF-aligned outcomes.
Legacy Program Name (2025) | Future Name (2026) |
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Associate Diversity Coach (ADC) | Transformational Coach Core (TC1) |
Certified Professional Diversity Coach (CPDC) | Transformational Coach Professional (TC2) |
This table shows the transition from current program names used in 2025 to new program names that will be introduced in 2026 as part of the Transformational Coach Pathway.
Additional Program Information
Note: You'll continue to receive certificates under the current program names in 2025. The new naming structure launches with our 2026 class schedule.
Why the change?
As we evolved into the Institute for Coaching Innovation, we introduced the Transformational Coach Pathway™ to reflect our global reach, coaching philosophy, and future-ready approach. The new pathway offers a tiered, ICF-aligned structure designed to meet modern leadership challenges through coaching excellence.
Meet your instructors
Learn from certified diversity coaches who truly embody the work and encourage you to step into your own power. While their enthusiasm and passion keeps students engaged, their openness and vulnerability creates a safe, non-judgmental space for real conversations to take place.



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Tuition Pricing
Coaching Innovation offers flexible tuition payment plans to help you get the training you need.

- 28 hours of classroom instruction
- 6 virtual learning labs (self-paced)
- 16 peer coaching hours
- 10 mentor coaching hours
- Self-study writing assignment
- Books and materials included

- 90 hours of classroom instruction
- 6 virtual learning labs (self-paced)
- 16 peer coaching hours
- 10 mentor coaching hours
- 2 hours of business development
- 4 hours self-study writing assignment
- Books and materials included

- 4 workshops focused on ICF Core Competencies (3 hours each)
- Study guide for review and retention
- Individual performance evaluation with feedback
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