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Discovering the transformational self requires leaders who can coach others beyond the status quo to achieve goals that seem unattainable. Performance coaches guide their clients to do precisely that. By assisting in creating an action plan and providing inspiration to pursue continuous improvement, performance coaching contributes to the success of individuals and organizations.
Lipscomb University’s graduate certificate program in Performance Coaching has earned recognition from the International Coach Federation (ICF) as Level 2 Accreditation. It is the only university in the Southeast to hold this designation. With courses in active listening, somatics, ethics, and team coaching, you’ll learn to use coaching to transform yourself and your organization. Advance your leadership capability with direction from top coaches and develop your coaching approach informed by ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) markers within a supportive cohort environment that encourages each person to reach their full potential. This program is offered in English.
Admissions Requirements
Ready to apply? Let’s get started. We’re here to help at every step. Here’s what you’ll need to apply to Lipscomb Online.
- Bachelor’s degree
- Completed online application
- $50 application fee or fee waiver
- Official college transcripts from all schools attended (minimum 2.5 GPA)
- Two professional recommendations
- Résumé
- Interview with faculty
If your undergraduate GPA is below 2.5, please provide a standardized test score or evidence of substantive professional experience.
Steps to Apply
Follow these simple steps to submit your application for admission:
- Complete our online application. Please be sure to list each college you have previously attended.
- Request to have your transcript(s) from all previous schools and colleges sent directly to Lipscomb. Mail to:
Lipscomb University
Online Admissions
One University Park Drive
Nashville, TN 37204 - You may submit the $50 application fee via credit card after completing the online application, or mail a check made out to “Lipscomb University” to the address above.
Program of Study
The 16-hour Performance Coaching Certificate can stand alone as a graduate credential.
Performance Coaching Certificate (16 hours)
OGLD 5011 - Mentoring I
In this course, students will record a 30-minute coaching session and submit the recording and transcript to an International Coach Federation (ICF) mentor coach. The ICF mentor coach uses ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) markers to evaluate the outcome of the student’s progress in attaining competency at the ICF PCC level.
OGLD 5021 - Mentoring II
In this course, students will record a 30-minute coaching session and submit the recording and transcript to an ICF mentor coach. The ICF mentor coach uses ICF PCC markers to evaluate the outcome of the student’s progress in attaining competency at the ICF PCC level.
Prerequisite: OGLD 5011
OGLD 5031 - Mentoring III
In this course, students will record a 30-minute coaching session and submit the recording and transcript to an ICF mentor coach. The ICF mentor coach uses ICF PCC markers to evaluate the outcome of the student’s progress in attaining competency at the ICF PCC level.
Prerequisite: OGLD 5021
OGLD 5041 - Mentoring IV
In this course, students will record a 30-minute coaching session and submit the recording and transcript to an ICF mentor coach. The ICF mentor coach uses ICF PCC markers to evaluate the outcome of the student’s progress in attaining competency at the ICF PCC level.
OGLD 5023 - Active Listening and Somatics
Effective performers frequently mentor others in active listening skills and are sought for roles requiring advanced listening skills. Active listening includes somatics, observation and engagement of our whole person, which includes learning how our body and the body of our client responds as the learning relationship for the purpose of change between coach and client is developed.
OGLD 5033 - Foundations of Ethical Coaching
This course will examine the role of the coach and application of ethics and standards in the professional coaching environment. Students will develop knowledge of resources and skills needed to meet ethical guidelines and professional standards, establish the coaching agreement as well as trust and intimacy with the client, and handle ethical dilemmas in a coach-client relationship.
Prerequisite: OGLD 5023
OGLD 5633 - Applied Coaching Skills
In this self-paced, competency-based, coach-enhanced course, students will study cases, conduct job (or community) embedded projects, role play situations, conduct peer coaching conversations, lead work teams and work with a coach to develop and demonstrate the competencies of talent development, leader identification and team management.
Prerequisite: OGLD 5033
OGLD 5643 - Structures and Models
Effective coaching engagements within organizations include individual and team coaching. Students will study structures and models to differentiate between team building and team coaching to design principles and practices to establish group intimacy in conversation for actionable goals and accountability.
Prerequisite: OGLD 5633
Tuition & Aid
Time is precious, especially for a busy adult like yourself. That’s why Lipscomb created personalized online programs tailored to fit your career needs and busy schedule. Lipscomb Online offers the same high-quality degree as our traditional on-campus programs with the flexibility to fit your life. Tuition is $999 per credit hour.
Financial Aid
Earn a Lipscomb education in a way that fits your budget through financial aid opportunities like scholarships, grants, loans and part-time employment.
- Grants: You may qualify for federal grants or grants from other sources specific to your program of study and personal background.
- Loans: Finance your education through one or more loans, either from the federal government or a private lender, that you can repay after college.
- Scholarships: Depending on your credentials, you may qualify for scholarships from federal, state and other sources.
- Tuition Discounts: If your employer offers tuition assistance or has a corporate partnership with Lipscomb University, you may be eligible for an application fee waiver and reduced tuition.
- Military Benefits: Veterans, military members and their families attending Lipscomb may qualify for a variety of aid, including scholarships, stipends and tuition assistance.
