Reach the Pinnacle of Coaching with the Masterful Coaching Course
Becoming a great coach for others starts by looking within yourself. The Masterful Coaching Course (MCC) is designed for those who want to deepen their coaching practice in a supportive environment. This Level 3 ICF Accredited Coaching Education program prepares students for the MCC Credential through in-depth, collaborative instruction on partnership and performance, coaching presence, vulnerability, assumptions, bias, confidence, and more.
We are accepting applications for our next cohort from now until Monday, December 8, 2025.
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- November 7: Register here
Program Dates
Masterful Coaching Course Cohort 4 – Winter/Spring 2026 (January – June 2026)
16 Sessions | Tuesdays | 1:30 PM (EST) Start Times
January 2026
Jan 13 | 1:30–5:30 PM Setting the Foundation Establishing community agreements, course overview, and an introduction to masterful coaching.
Jan 20 | 1:30–3:45 PM MCC Demo 1 Live demonstration of masterful coaching with guided reflection on key distinctions.
Jan 27 | 1:30–3:45 PM Practice Lab 1 Hands-on integration of early concepts with peer feedback and coaching practice.
February 2026
Feb 10 | 1:30–5:30 PM MCC Competency Distinctions Deep dive into presence, partnership, and proficiency at the MCC level.
Feb 17 | 1:30–3:45 PM MCC Demo 2 Advanced coaching observation with emphasis on nuanced techniques.
Feb 24 | 1:30–3:45 PM Practice Lab 2 Apply newly explored competencies in a supportive practice environment.
March 2026
Mar 10 | 1:30–5:30 PM Authentic Coach Presence Explore values alignment, self-trust, and congruence in coaching relationships.
Mar 17 | 1:30–3:45 PM MCC Demo 3 Focused observation of presence-centered coaching in action.
Mar 24 | 1:30–3:45 PM Practice Lab 3 Strengthen authentic presence through experiential learning and feedback.
April 2026
Apr 7 | 1:30–5:30 PM Mid-Point Check Celebrate progress, reflect on growth, and chart the path forward.
Apr 14 | 1:30–3:45 PM MCC Demo 4 Observe advanced distinctions and deepen understanding of MCC-level coaching.
Apr 21 | 1:30–3:45 PM Practice Lab 4 Integrate mid-program skills and refine coaching techniques.
May 2026
May 5 | 1:30–5:30 PM Bias & Perspective Examine how personal lenses shape coaching moves and client outcomes.
May 12 | 1:30–3:45 PM Practice Lab 5 Apply bias awareness in coaching scenarios (lab precedes demo this month).
May 19 | 1:30–3:45 PM MCC Demo 5 Final demonstration showcasing mastery and integration of core competencies.
June 2026
Jun 2 | 1:30–5:30 PM Program Completion Present self-development projects, celebrate achievements, and graduate with confidence.
Format
Program Details
This 100 percent virtual course is designed for PCC Credentialed Coaches interested in applying for the MCC Credential using the MCC Application Path. Over 5 months, requirements will include 79 total hours — 46 synchronous hours, and 33 asynchronous hours.
Throughout the course, there is a focus on developing coaches who want to dive into the deepest, most inquisitive levels of their practice. In a collaborative environment, you will learn how to:
- Build a strong foundation of awareness, practice, and embodiment of masterful coaching
- Increase comprehension of masterful coaching distinctions
- Develop and strengthen mindfulness practices
- Deepen the integration of your unique coaching strengths and authentic coaching style
- Identify and eliminate invisible barriers to your command of coaching
- Gain confidence and readiness for applying to the International Coaching Federation for the Master Certified Coaching (MCC) credential
Tuition: $7,595
- 10% discount for Mason faculty and staff, Mason coaching alumni, and ICF DC Metro members
- The cost of course texts is not included
- Payment plans are available
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