INTRODUCING THE INSTITUTE LEADER

Verena Kellner, Associate Professor of Digital Business Transformation, Executive Vice President of United States Online University. Verena spearheads strategic initiatives that bolster the University’s marketing prowess and social media outreach. She leverages her expertise to craft compelling content for USOU’s YouTube Channel and website. Her impactful influence extends as the Director of the Institute of Coaching, driving excellence in this domain. Beyond academia, Verena’s passions manifest in her adventurous spirit. An ardent traveler and seasoned sailor, she’s taken on remarkable challenges. Notably, she embarked on the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC), navigating a 38-foot yacht from Hamburg, Germany, to the Canary Islands. From there she crossed the Atlantic with the ARC to Barbados. Her boat was the second fastest in its class. After the rally, Verena traversed the Panama Canal to her ultimate destination of San Diego. With a penchant for both the scholarly and the adventurous, Verena epitomizes a remarkable blend of expertise and daring.

SPECIALITY PROGRAMS FOR COACHES

WHY TARGETED COACHING CERTIFICATION?

Welcome to our targeted coaching certification programs—a purposeful first step into the coaching profession. Designed for both aspiring coaches, passionate about a specific subject matter, and those with some coaching experience, our programs provide an opportunity to build credibility through specialized certification in a targeted field. Whether you’re new to coaching or looking to expand your expertise, these certifications offer a focused approach to enhancing your skills and establishing your professional presence. While this certification isn’t required to work as a coach, it offers you a valuable starting point, enabling you to establish your practice, gain real-world experience, and begin earning in your chosen area. As part of our commitment to your development, we provide a free mentorship program where certified participants can collaborate with seasoned coaches who offer invaluable guidance and insights. This mentorship phase allows you to strengthen your foundation and refine your practice as you begin to shape your professional identity in coaching.

EVALUATE YOUR CAREER CHOICE

Once you have achieved initial success, you may choose to expand your expertise into additional coaching niches. When you’re ready, we recommend completing a reputable coaching certification to build your core coaching competencies. These comprehensive programs will deepen your understanding of essential skills such as effective communication, problem-solving, and leadership. They will also equip you to work confidently with clients from diverse backgrounds and adapt to various coaching environments.

Becoming a full-time coach requires patience, dedication, effort, and adaptability. If you’re considering this career path, it’s valuable to reflect on the following questions before committing to continue:

Am I truly passionate about coaching?
What drives my desire to become a coach?
What impact do I hope to have on others’ lives?
Am I comfortable with continuous learning and personal growth to stay relevant as a coach?
How will I handle challenges and setbacks while building my coaching practice?
Do I have a support system to help me stay motivated and accountable?
Am I prepared to embrace the entrepreneurial journey?

Reflecting on these questions can clarify your vision and readiness for the path ahead.

We are excited to support you on this journey to becoming a credible, impactful coach. Your professional coaching future starts here.