Develop Techniques for Assessing and Helping Others

The Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Life Coaching program can help graduates position themselves to advise and coach others. The program explores models and techniques for creating coaching alliances and plans.

Develop skills you can immediately put to work in your practice by immersing yourself in the principles and theories of mindset coaching and examining fundamental coaching skills. This MS in Psychology can also teach you how to work productively with individuals, businesses and other organizations, emphasizing guidance, accountability and professional ethics from a Christian perspective.

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Learn the Skills Needed to Become a Life Coach

  • Ethical and contemporary issues in psychology 

  • Fundamentals of coaching
  • Individual, business and organizational coaching

  • Facilitation and assessment
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The master’s in psychology program with an emphasis in life coaching follows a comprehensive curriculum designed to inspire you to become an innovative thinker, effective communicator and transformative leader. Some of the course topics covered in this MS program include:

Delve into the details of coaching models and techniques, examining the formation of coaching alliances and the development of coaching plans. Learn to differentiate between coaching, mentoring and consulting. The program examines key factors such as organizational climate, emotional intelligence, ethical issues pertaining to executive coaching and the interpretation of scientific assessments.

Career Opportunities for Aspiring Life Coaches

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Specialize in a particular area of life coaching, such as:

  • Careers 

  • Health and wellness
  • Relationships

  • Personal finance
  • Spirituality

To further enhance career qualifications, graduates of this emphasis may choose to pursue additional certifications or a doctoral degree.

Life coaches often have an active slate of clients with whom they work over time. Coaching sessions typically last between 30 and 90 minutes and sometimes include occasional check-ins between sessions.4

Life coaches can also work across a range of settings: in a private practice, for an organization, from a home office or even in clients’ homes.

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Financing your education is a critical component to consider as you start your educational journey at Grand Canyon University. It is important for you to know the cost of your education and understand your financial responsibilities. GCU strives to keep tuition costs competitive so that a private, Christian education is within reach for all students.2

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    GCU’s online courses offer flexibility and convenience for working professionals and students with busy schedules. Study on your own time, making it simpler to balance education with work, family and other commitments.

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    GCU’s faculty advises students on how to grow academically, spiritually and personally. They bring experience in their fields and are passionate educators and collaborators who can enhance the college experience for all students.

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Learn the Skills Needed to Become a Life Coach

The master’s in psychology program with an emphasis in life coaching follows a comprehensive curriculum designed to inspire you to become an innovative thinker, effective communicator and transformative leader. Some of the course topics covered in this MS program include:

  • Ethical and contemporary issues in psychology 


  • Fundamentals of coaching
  • Individual, business and organizational coaching


  • Facilitation and assessment

Delve into the details of coaching models and techniques, examining the formation of coaching alliances and the development of coaching plans. Learn to differentiate between coaching, mentoring and consulting. The program examines key factors such as organizational climate, emotional intelligence, ethical issues pertaining to executive coaching and the interpretation of scientific assessments.

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Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities for Aspiring Life Coaches

Specialize in a particular area of life coaching, such as:

  • Careers 


  • Health and wellness
  • Relationships


  • Personal finance


  • Spirituality

Life coaches can also work across a range of settings: in a private practice, for an organization, from a home office or even in clients’ homes.

To further enhance career qualifications, graduates of this emphasis may choose to pursue additional certifications or a doctoral degree.

Life coaches often have an active slate of clients with whom they work over time. Coaching sessions typically last between 30 and 90 minutes and sometimes include occasional check-ins between sessions.4

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An Affordable Christian Education

Financing your education is a critical component to consider as you start your educational journey at Grand Canyon University. It is important for you to know the cost of your education and understand your financial responsibilities. GCU strives to keep tuition costs competitive so that a private, Christian education is within reach for all students.2

  • Online students at GCU received approximately $140 million in scholarships in 2023




  • Scholarship opportunities and special rates are available for those in military service and their spouses



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