

Even if you've tried other programs before, feel underprepared in live coaching conversations, or aren't sure how to turn training into paid work
Learn how to coach with confidence using ICF-aligned skills that create real client breakthroughs in live conversations
Learn how to earn coaching hours and move toward the ACC credential without confusion or guesswork
Learn how to build a clear pathway from training to paid coaching work or internal roles that organizations actually hire for
Learn how to practice coaching to professional standards so clients and companies trust your skill, not just your certificate

Most aspiring coaches complete training but still don't feel ready to coach real clients. They're stuck between wanting to build a practice and not knowing if their skills are good enough to get hired or charge for. This webinar walks through the exact system I’ve used to train and mentor more than 1,000 coaches globally, who built businesses with paying clients and 100% earning their certification.
You'll see how our ICF Level 1 accredited training integrates live coaching practice, personalized mentor coaching, and real-time feedback to build the kind of confidence that turns into paying clients and professional opportunities. This isn't theory or motivational content. This is a breakdown of the standards-aligned coaching pathway that gets coaches hired, credentialed, and paid.
If you've been circling coaching for months (or years), completed programs that didn't prepare you for real conversations, or just need a clear roadmap from uncertain beginner to credible professional, this webinar will show you exactly how we do it.



Aspiring and early-stage coaches who want to coach professionally but don't yet feel confident in live conversations
Working professionals transitioning into coaching who need ICF-aligned training that fits their schedule
People who've completed other programs but still feel underprepared, confused about credentialing, or stuck without paying clients
Anyone seeking a clear, ethical pathway to the ACC credential that doesn't take years or require starting over

Sophia Casey is a Master Certified Coach (MCC) andfounder of ICLI RISING, a global ICF-accredited coach training school and one of only seven such schools owned by a Black woman MCC worldwide. Over the past decade, Sophia trained and mentored more than 1,000 coaches globally. 100% of ICLI RISING’s earned certifications and 93% built coaching practices.
Sophia's career spans coaching C-suite executives, training and mentoring coaches at the highest professional levels, and serving as a credentialed ICF assessor. Her work has been recognized internationally, including being named Best Americas Coach, and her training model has been highlighted by the ICF Foundation for producing high-quality, skilled coaches.
ICLI RISING was built on a simple belief: coaching is a profession that requires real skill, not just inspiration. The school's curriculum blends rigorous ICF-aligned training, extensive live practice, one-on-one mentor coaching, and a clear pathway to professional credibility and paid work.

Yes. ICLI RISING is a multi-accredited coach training school, which means our curriculum meets the rigorous standards set by the International Coaching Federation. This Level 1 training prepares you to move toward the ACC credential with confidence.
Most of our participants have prior training. What changes the outcome in the Expert Coach Immersion-Intensive is consistent practice, skilled feedback, and mentor coaching aligned with ICF standards. This builds real confidence and credibility, not just another certificate.
The program is structured to support working professionals. It includes nine full training days, guided independent study, and mentor coaching sessions spread over three months. Participants balance this alongside full-time roles successfully.
Yes. The program includes 56 hours of live training, structured coaching practice with real-time feedback, and 10 hours of one-on-one mentor coaching. This hands-on approach is what builds coaching confidence, not passive learning.
No. This webinar is designed to show you how ICF-aligned coach training actually works and what it takes to go from uncertain beginner to credentialed professional with paying clients. We'll share our training model, outcomes, and pathway openly so you can decide if it's right for you.
Graduates receive lifetime access to the ICLI RISING community, ongoing resources through The Rising Store, and a clear pathway into advanced training if they choose to continue their professional development.
We can't wait to see you on this LIVE webinar and help you build the skills, credibility, and confidence to coach professionally.
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