Are you thinking about entering the world of professional coaching?

Have you ever wondered: How do I get started? Which certification should I obtain? What's the best path to becoming a certified professional coach? In this article, we'll outline a clear, step-by-step roadmap for you to begin your professional coaching journey, highlighting the most important international certifications and accredited training paths, such as the NCDA system and the programs of Tamkeen and Ro'ya Global Coaching and Training .


First: Who is a professional coach?

A career coach is someone who specializes in helping individuals:

  • Explore their career paths
  • clearly define their career goals
  • Develop their skills and overcome practical challenges
  • Switching careers or choosing the most appropriate academic major

Its strength lies in its use of scientific tools and methods based on proven theories and strategies in the world of career guidance and counselling.


Second: Why do you need a certified coaching certificate?

With the increasing number of people interested in coaching, accredited certifications have become a key factor in building credibility and providing real job opportunities, whether in the private sector, institutions, or freelance work. Obtaining an accredited certification means that you:

  • I have passed a training program according to international standards.
  • I actually practiced coaching under the supervision of experts.
  • I gained professional tools in guidance, analysis, and career planning.

Third: The proposed training path to become a certified professional coach

1. NCDA – Career Services Provider (CCSP) Certification

One of the most powerful certifications in the field of professional coaching globally, awarded by the National Career Development Association (NCDA) in the United States.

This certificate provides practical and theoretical knowledge in: