Our ICF accredited program
Certified Applied Positive Psychology Coach (CAPPC)
- Virtual & Distance Learning
- Program Fee: $6,500 USD
- Payment Plan Available
- Start Date: Join Anytime
Do you want to become a Certified Applied Positive Psychology Coach? Our ICF accredited program is your pathway to that goal.
The Certified Applied Positive Psychology Coach (CAPPC) program is the first of its kind to integrate the fields of positive psychology and coaching psychology with the practical application of evidence-based coaching to enhance wellbeing, strengths, potential and performance.
There is a growing interest in integrating positive psychology and coaching psychology within the practice of coaching. The IPPC is at the forefront of the emerging field of Applied Positive Psychology Coaching by developing a cutting-edge, science-backed advanced coach training curriculum for individuals, groups and organizations.

Adapted from Toneatto, 2021
The program is split into two levels and contains 132 continuing education credits. Study is conducted virtually online, either live or by distance learning (12-18 months). A Certificate of Completion is awarded after six courses are completed at Level 1.
Adapted from Toneatto, 2021

Program Benefits
Designed for coaches that want to take their coaching to the next level
Deliver Transformative Results For Your Clients
Acquire the skills and knowledge to become a better coach for the benefit of your clients
Acquire Evidence-based Coaching Tools
Get the latest science-backed tools and immediately apply them to live client coaching sessions
Grow Your Coaching Practice & Career
Discover how to grow your coaching practice and career with expert advice and support
Practical Training From Experienced Coaches
Receive evidence-based practical coach training from seasoned experts and practitioners
Earn A Certificate Or Designation
Earn industry-recognised qualifications as a Certified Applied Positive Psychology Coach
Develop Your Professional Coaching Network
Create lasting professional relationships with like-minded coaches from across the globe
The IPPC difference
A unique approach
- First of its kind to take an integrated approach to applied positive psychology for advanced coach training that is grounded in scientific research and evidence-based practices.
- Fully virtual live courses with a hybrid of 25% theory and 75% application focused on practical skills in applied positive psychology coaching.
Credibility
- ICF-accredited continuing coach education 132 CCE credits for every course (73 core competencies and 59 resource development).
- The IPPC credentials carry the weight and prestige of this internationally recognized organization that bridges theory and practice so you can be confident in learning and applying scientifically validated strategies and techniques.
Faculty & coaches
- World-class experts with a hybrid of formal training, expertise and experience as scholars, practitioners, coaches, researchers in positive psychology, coaching psychology, and/or psychology. With an average of 15-20 years of experience. diverse backgrounds and experience, they excel at connecting the dots, understanding theories, and applying them seamlessly in their work and life.
Convenience & flexibility
- Fully virtual so you can take courses from anywhere around the globe.
- Financing options available.
Business growth & marketing support
- Practical guidance for building your practice and business.
- Done-for-you marketing services for your practice.
- Increased exposure through IPPC’s directory for alumni.
Community
- Access to the IPPC global network of professionals.
- Become part of the IPPC alumni community.
- Attentive customer service and technical support.
Level 1
Certification
- Virtual & Distance Learning
- Start Date: Join Anytime
Your journey with the IPPC starts here. To complete Level 1, students must complete five compulsory courses – and one of three elective courses.
During Level 1, you’ll learn the foundations of applied positive psychology coaching using the IPPC’s methodology of an integrated approach to positive psychology, coaching psychology and evidenced-based coaching.
All Level 1 courses are listed below, along with the associated ICF credits; core competencies (CC) and resource development (RD).
Compulsory courses
- Foundations in Positive Psychology Coaching (7.2 CC / 4.8 RD)
- Positive Psychology Coaching and the Strengths-Based Approach (7.4 CC / 4.6 RD)
- Positive Psychology Coaching for Enhancing Resilience (9.5 CC / 2.5 RD)
- Positive Psychology Coaching for Positive Leadership (8.6 CC / 3.4 RD)
- Practicing Applied Positive Psychology Coaching (6.43 CC / 5.57 RD)
- Five private coaching sessions
Level 2
Practicum
- Virtual & Distance Learning
- Start Date: Join Anytime
After students complete Level 1, they can progress onto Level 2 – which contains two compulsory courses and six private coaching sessions.
During Level 2, you’ll have more opportunities for hands-on application of the evidence-based applied positive psychology coaching techniques and approaches that you mastered in Level 1.
All Level 2 courses are listed below, along with the associated ICF credits; core competencies (CC) and resource development (RD).
Prerequisite courses
- All courses within Level 1 of the IPPC program (please see section above)