ICF Certified Coaching Programme in the UAE —

The Art & Science of Coaching

Gain the ICF-approved training hours you need for the ACC credential — with a globally standardised curriculum, delivered locally in Dubai by Erickson's certified trainers.

Erickson Coaching International's ICF ACSTH accredited Level 1 programme, delivered in Dubai

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ICF certificate
  • Want to learn a new profession in coaching from scratch and become a successful professional coach.

  • Want to learn coaching methods, gain new skills, tools, and strategies for effectively managing a business or team, contributing to the growth and development of your company, and increasing income.

  • Are a business coach, consultant, psychologist, or HR specialist seeking to expand your portfolio of services and tools, as well as assist clients in reaching new heights.

  • Are seeking the best training to support your personal development and empower you to achieve your most ambitious goals.
This training is definitely right for you if you:
Erickson Coaching International is one of the world's most recognised ICF-accredited providers. Choosing an Erickson programme means your training meets ICF's professional standards from day one.
To earn an ICF credential, you need ICF-approved training hours from an accredited provider. The Art & Science of Coaching Level 1 is an ICF ACSTH (Approved Coach Specific Training Hours) programme — meaning the hours you complete count directly towards your ICF ACC application.
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the world's largest non-profit professional body for coaches, with 50,000+ members in 160 countries. ICF credentials — ACC (Associate Certified Coach), PCC (Professional Certified Coach), and MCC (Master Certified Coach) — are the internationally recognised standard for professional coaching practice.

What is ICF Certification — and Why Does It Matter?

Upcoming training programs
Level 1 program online
As part of the Erickson UAE Coaching Training, you will be able to complete the first two Modules of
“The Art and Science
of Coaching program”
  • Module #1
    June 25 - 26, 2026
    July 9 - 10, 2026
  • Module #2
    July 23 - 24, 2026
    August 6 - 7, 2026
  • + Mentor bundle
    Flexible schedule
Level 1 program online
As part of the Erickson UAE Coaching Training, you will be able to complete the first two Modules of
“The Art and Science
of Coaching program”
  • Module #1

    June 25 - 26, 2026

    July 9 - 10, 2026

  • Module #2

    July 23 - 24, 2026
    August 6 - 7, 2026
  • +Mentor bundle

    Flexible schedule

Programme structure
  • 2 training modules
  • 3 webinars on ICF competencies
  • 6 practical sessions in groups of three
  • 1 installation webinar
  • 10 hours of mentoring (3 individual and 4 group)

+ Certification exam within the school
+ Lifetime access to educational materials in electronic and printed form
+ Additionally, an entertainment program is included, featuring a gala dinner in one of the best restaurants of Dubai*
This program, as a certified ICF Level 1 program consists of two modules: in-person and online. Each module is 4 days from 10 am to 6 pm

«The Art & Science of Coaching»

* Participation in gala dinner is optional and for an additional fee
What's Included – Your Full Programme

This programme provides 72+ ICF ACSTH
(Approved Coach Specific Training Hours)

Your Programme Leader
  • PAULIUS RATĖ
    PCC
    Professional Coach, Mentor and Facilitator

    Paulius Rate is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Member of International Trainers Team at Erickson Coaching International (ECI), and ECI’s program organizer in Lithuania.

    Since 2010, as a coach, Paulius has accrued more than 2500 ICF coaching hours. He is concentrating on development of leaders and managers, assisting them in expanding awareness and powerfully unfolding personal potential. He is working with business owners, top and middle managers and their teams.

    • Executive and Business coaching Individual transformational coaching
    • Team coaching
    • Professional Coaching Training (“The Art & Science of Coaching”)
    • Team Coaching Training (“High Performance Team Coaching”, “Advanced Team Coaching”)
    • Managerial Coaching Training (“Workplace Coaching”)
    • Leadership and Managerial skills trainings (Customized Managerial and Leadership skills development programs)
  • Anastasiya Yuryeva
    PCC ICF coach, MCC applicant, MBA
    • Founder of Erickson Belarus and UAE
    • ~ 20 years in own business: IT and educational projects
    • 2500+ hours of practice with executive clients, teams and entrepreneurs.
    • ICF Brand Champion
    • Supporting top management of international companies in leadership development and building work-life balance
    • 300+ graduates, professional coaches Erickson Belarus and UAE
✔︎ The Erickson Coaching International Accredited Coach (EAC) Level 1 certificate — your foundation for pursuing ICF ACC, PCC, and MCC credentials through the International Coaching Federation.

✔︎ You will also gain coaching skills and knowledge rooted in brain science, positive psychology, and a 40-year proven methodology, enabling you to immediately start assisting others.

✔︎ Additionally, you will develop new skills in team management and tools for enhancing staff development and performance.

✔︎ Moreover, you will acquire new knowledge in personal effectiveness, goal setting and achievement, and effective communication with others.

✔︎ You will leave with increased self-confidence and a clear plan for future development.

✔︎ Join a global community of changemakers who are passionate about human development and transformation.

What You Earn – ICF Credentials & Coaching Skills

* To achieve the ICF ACC credential, you will need 100+ hours of coaching experience and must pass the ICF Credentialing Exam. This programme provides the ICF- approved ACSTH training hours required to apply.
Full requirements: https://coachingfederation.org/experience-requirements
  • This program stands out for its problem-solving approach, which is rooted in neuroscience principles, cutting-edge research in psycholinguistics and management. It is renowned for its ability to train coaches to collaborate with their clients in achieving transformative change.

  • Our methods are seamlessly integrated and clear, allowing us to delve into human behavior and determine the most effective path for personal and corporate development.

  • We offer individuals the chance to shift their perspective on the world and current circumstances. The concept of "personal effectiveness coaching" and the technologies used in our programs enhance creativity and elevate communication and team interaction to new heights.
Erickson Coaching International is a globally recognised ICF-accredited coach training provider. Choosing an ICF-accredited programme ensures your training meets the International Coaching Federation's professional standards — and that your hours count towards your ICF certification.

Why Choose an Erickson Coaching International ICF Accredited Programme?

About us in numbers
  • 55,000 +
    People all over the world have achieved their goals
  • 80%
    Of individuals use coaching tools in their current work
  • 20%
    Have earned ICF certification as professional coaches
  • 100%
    Utilize coaching skills
    every day
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