UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY · AUSTRALIA
Graduate Certificate in Coaching Psychology
Certificate · Taught in en · UCAS GCPSYCOA1000
At a glance
24 mo
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- 18thGlobally ranked university (QS World University Rankings 2025)
- 3rd in AustraliaRanked for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
- World's first and longest-runningPostgraduate qualification in coaching psychology
- 24Credit points required
- OnlineStudy mode
- 2 years part-timeDuration
The Graduate Certificate in Coaching Psychology equips you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to help individuals and organizations enhance performance, productivity, and quality of life. This program is ideal for those focused on coaching within business and organizational settings, providing a foundation for various coaching roles including executive, management, and personal coaching. You will learn a client-centred approach to facilitate personal and professional development.
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed to provide a solid grounding in the psychological theories and principles that inform coaching practice, along with foundational core skills. You will complete core units and have the opportunity to specialize through electives.
- Part-time Study
- Theories and Techniques of Coaching Psychology
- Fundamentals of Coaching Practice
- Coaching Practice
- Elective Unit
Careers
Graduates can pursue roles in human resource development, private practice, organizational consultancy, and professional services, applying their coaching psychology skills.
- Human resource development
- Private practice
- Organisational consultancy
- Professional services
Entry requirements
Undergraduate degree with Honours in Psychology or Postgraduate degree in a cognate disciplineFrom the University of Sydney or equivalent institution. A minimum of three years relevant employment experience is also mandatory.
Admission is competitive and applicants are ranked by academic merit and relevant coaching experience. Relevant work experience may include counselling, organisational learning and development, management, applied psychology settings, professional coaching, or similar areas.
Fees
Tuition (international)Your place receives no financial contribution from the government and you are required to pay the full cost of the course. (Specific amount not provided).
Tuition (home)A portion of your fees are funded by the Australian government and you pay only a part of the cost, called the student contribution amount (SCA). (Specific amount not provided).
LivingEstimated living costs are not provided.
The course is 'Full-fee paying' for all students, meaning no government subsidy is received and the full cost of the course is paid by the student. This applies to both domestic and international students as per the fee structure description.
How to apply
1. Prepare DocumentationGather the following supporting documents: Official transcripts of all previous tertiary study, a CV or resume, a short cover letter (500-1000 words) detailing your coaching and business experience, interest in the program, and career goals. Also, provide the names of up to 3 referees. If you have more than 4 documents, please consolidate them into a single attachment.
2. Submit ApplicationSubmit your application via the University of Sydney's online application portal.
Accreditation
While there is no generally recognised professional qualification for coaches, the program is consistent with the International Coach Federation (ICF) core competencies. Successful completion may contribute toward accreditation in the ICF's portfolio track. This course is not a pathway for professional registration as a psychologist.