High School
A well-rounded education is a solid foundation for future life coaching work. Take classes in math, science, history, social studies, and computer science. The job requires the ability to listen carefully and work closely with people to help them achieve their goals. Classes in English, speech, and psychology are beneficial. Knowledge of a foreign language can also be useful in coaching people from other countries.
Postsecondary Training
Many people prefer to hire life coaches who have at least a bachelor's degree. The area of study may vary, but many life coaches have a degree in psychology or a related field, or have taken undergraduate classes in psychology. Courses in business and management are also helpful for running one's own business and managing a client base. Computer classes are also useful, particularly in creating presentations and webinars for clients.
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