Career Coach Courses
Career Coaches assist clients in achieving career goals by offering advice on pathways, study options, resume preparation, and interview skills.
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How do I become a Career Coach
Get qualified to work as a Career Coach with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
10857NAT
Estimated fee
From $10,000
Help people transform their personal and professional lives with the 10857NAT Certificate IV in Business and Personal Coaching. This nationally recognised qualification teaches you how to establish coaching relationships, build rapport with your clients, facilitate client growth, and challenge clients to transform their limiting beliefs and behaviours.
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From $10,000
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CHC81315
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Blended, Online, RPL
The CHC81315 Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice is for qualified HR or counselling professionals who want to specialise in career counselling. This is a nationally recognised qualification that can be completed online. During your studies you will learn how to establish career development services, and you’ll graduate with the skills to implement mentoring programs and coaching strategies.
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CHC41215
Duration
12 months - 18 months
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Blended, Online, Traineeship
Become a career counsellor with the nationally recognised CHC41215 Certificate IV in Career Development. The course takes 12 months to complete and teaches you how to counsel your clients through career and study decisions. By the time you graduate you’ll have the skills and confidence to conduct career guidance interviews and support people in career transition.
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Duration
12 months - 18 months
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Blended, Online, Traineeship
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10864NAT
Get started on the life coach path with the 10864NAT Certificate IV in Life Coaching. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to setup and operate a life coaching business in Australia. Over 12-24 months you will learn the life coaching GROW model and hone your skills in communication, empathy, rapport and relationship building. The course also covers marketing and strategic planning.
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Common questions
How much does a Career Coach earn?
In Australia, a full time Career Coach generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Career Coach?
The number of people working in this industry has increased in recent years. There are currently 2,100 people employed as a Career Coach in Australia compared to 1,700 five years ago. Career Coaches may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Career Coach?
A Certificate IV in Career Development is an excellent qualification if you’re planning to become a Career Coach. You’ll gain the skills to help clients make decisions about their career and study options. The course also looks at conducting career guidance interviews and supporting people through a career transition. You could also consider a Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice or a Certificate IV in Business and Personal Coaching.
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A Career Coach helps clients to reach their career goals by providing job-related information and advice. You might discuss potential career pathways and available study options. Career Coaches might help with preparing a resume or practising interview skills. You might also help clients explore ways to progress in their current careers.
Career Coaches should have excellent personal skills. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to work with a range of different people. Career Coaches should be understanding and have good motivational abilities. You should be organised and be a good problem solver.
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