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University of Wisconsin Certified Professional Coach

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For registration assistance: 608-262-2451

Schedule

  • August 27, 2025, 9:00 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. Central Time (orientation)
  • September 10, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Central Time (extended class)
  • September 24, 2025, 9:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • October 8, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • October 22, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • November 5, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • November 19, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • December 3, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • December 17, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • January 14, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Central Time (extended class)
  • January 28, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • February 11, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • February 25, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • March 11, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • March 25, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • April 8, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • April 22, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • May 6, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time
  • May 20, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Central Time (extended class)

Registration through: August 18, 2025

All times shown in central time.

Fee

$12,990

Discounts

Accepted learners who register for the program before 11:59 p.m. on June 2, 2025, may use the Early Bird promo code of $1000 off, therefore adjusting the fee to $11,990.  Participants are still required to pay for any additional costs associated with the program.

Accepted learners who work for the University of Wisconsin and UW System may receive a 10% discount from the total fee amount and may use this discount during registration until it closes on 8/18/25. Total fee with this discount is: $11,691.
The Early Bird Registration discount ($1000 off) may be applied to this discount registration link as well. Adjusting the fee to $10,691. Participants are still required to pay for any additional costs associated with the program.

Cancellation Policy

Registrants who withdraw from the UWCPC Program on or before August 25, 2025, will receive a full refund minus a $100 administrative fee.

No refunds will be granted after August 25, 2025.

Summary

Are you seeking to guide, inspire, and empower others to reach their potential and get real results? The interactive and engaging University of Wisconsin Certified Professional Coach (UWCPC) certificate program (formerly Professional Life Coaching Certificate) is your gateway to this rapidly growing profession. A 125-hour program that takes place over ten months, this is an ACTP (Accredited Coach Training Program) and includes face-to-face classes and teleconferences that prepare you to be an associate certified coach and professional certified coach.

Earn Continuing Education Hours

By participating in this class you will earn:

Instructional Hours 125
University of Wisconsin Continuing Education Units 12.5
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Marriage and Family Therapists - Continuing Education Credit Hours 125

Explanation of Continuing Education Hours

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Meet your instructors

Sharon Barbour

Samantha Dye

Laura Lusk

(BSE, MS, PCC) is a professional leadership coach, communication specialist and sole proprietor of Mindful Leadership, and has over 20 years of experience as an educator, consultant, coach and trainer. As a leadership coach and communication specialist, Laura practices and trains leaders and teams to communicate in a way that builds trust, creates healthy work environments and supports efficiency, productivity and goal achievement.

What Attendees Are Saying

The UWCPC program completely changed the way I show up at work. The coaching skills I gained became invaluable tools to define and enhance my leadership style. I'm often recognized for having an open, inspiring, and collaborative approach to work and that's because of the transformative power of this program. My Professional Coaching Certificate has served me well as I grew in my career — from manager to director to now marketing executive.
Past Participant, Credit Union Chief Marketing Office