Purpose

This qualification gives learners the knowledge, skills and competencies to work as an independent life coach.

It is designed to equip learners to work as self-employed life coaches in independent practice.

Entry requirements

You must have undertaken a level 3 qualification in a life coaching or related or complimentary subject - e.g. counselling skills, health and social care - or have equivalent experience.

Qualifications might include our Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies.

Read section 5 of the Specification for further information.

Funding
The qualification is eligible in England for Advanced Learner Loans (19+). This funding will cease for all new starts from 1st January 2027. After which this qualification will no longer be available.

For more details, see 'A Guide to Funding for CPCAB Centres


Where to study Use our centre finder to find a 'Level 4 Diploma in Life Coaching (LC-L4)' course.
Key Information Qualification Number 601/2608/5 Guided Learning Hours 150 hours Total Qualification Time 391 hours Credit value 39 Minimum age 19 years
Progression
There is currently no further progression route within CPCAB's qualifications.