How to become a life coach

If you love helping people solve their problems, then you may have the right stuff to become a life coach.
You Will Need
* A desire to help people
* Research skills
* Internet access
* Access to a life coach
* Traning

Step 1: Understand what a life coach does
Understand what a life coach does by researching this profession online and visiting coaching schools and programs.

Good coaches are active listeners who help their clients develop coping skills, goals, and strategies to reach their goals.

Step 2: Make sure this is right for you
Make sure this profession is a match for your temperament and abilities. Sign up for sessions with a life coach to get a deeper understanding.

Interview two to three coaches before making a decision. Choose the one you feel most comfortable with.

Step 3: Set goals
Set goals for yourself. Are you interested in coaching occasionally or do you want to earn your living as a life coach?

Step 4: Research training programs
Research training programs to determine which one best suits your needs and interests. Ask for testimonials from students who graduated.

Get your training from a program accredited by the International Coach Federation in Lexington, Kentucky.

Step 5: Complete your training
Complete your training at the program you selected.

Step 6: Begin coaching
Begin your new career as a life coach. You’ll find it very rewarding.

Fact: In 2006, there were more than 15,000 personal and business coaches in the United States.