How does this certification differ from other retirement coaching courses?

Our programmes are grounded in social-psychological research on retirement adjustment and wellbeing, integrating work from fields of industrial psychology, positive psychology, and human development. This began with the question, what exactly are retirees struggling with? It was clear that approximately 1 in 3 people struggle with retirement, but there was very little information on what their experiences are, and what they actually struggle with. In order to improve planning and preparation for retirees, we need to first understand what the challenges are. Retirement Life Plan was established after years of research in this area, along with informal interviews and sessions with retirees and pre-retirees. The Retirement Life Coach Certification provides an in-depth look at these adjustment issues, along with strategies for navigating them, and opportunities to work with others on case studies.

Unlike other programmes, the Retirement Life Coach Certification is designed for coaches who want to add this specialisation to their repertoire. The certification assumes that you have previous coach training and/or experience, and you are looking to develop specialised knowledge and skills for working with retiring clients.

Can I complete the certification if I am unable to attend one of the live webinars?

Absolutely. Please contact us at hello@retirementlifeplan.com and we can arrange an alternative live webinar or coursework.

How are the ICF CCE units broken out between Core Competency and Resources Development?

The certification is accredited with ICF for 15 hours of CCE and includes 9 hours of Core Competencies and 6 hours of Resource Development.

How long will I have access to the course content?

You will have access to the videos for one year, from the time you complete the course. Other content in the course is available either in the training manual, or for download. If you are interested in maintaining access to videos for more than one year, just contact us and we will work to accommodate your request.

Is there a requirement for renewing the certification.

There is no requirement for renewing your certification. We do encourage Certified Retirement Life Coaches to join our Retirement Life Coaching Community (currently included in the certification), where coaches have access to a library of resources, and can post questions or resources to share with other coaches.

I do not have coach training or experience, but I am interested in the certification. What can I do?

The Retirement Life Coach Certification assumes that you have some background in coaching, as the course does not cover basic coaching skills. We do have course options for other professionals, which may be an option; or, there are various coaching programmes you may choose to complete along with the Retirement Life Coach Certification. Programs vary widely in their requirements, time commitment, and even specializations. Here is an article by Verywell Mind comparing several established coaching programmes.

We are also happy to discuss the best training option for you, depending on any training or related experience you have, and how you intend to use the course. Please contact us at hello@retirementlifeplan.com

Do you offer monthly payment plans?

We can set up a payment plan for 2, 3, or 4 monthly installments, with a $39 service fee. All payments must be completed prior to the first webinar, or Module 4 in the self-paced programme. Contact us at hello@retirementlifeplan.com for more information.