Become a Marriage Coach

coaching

couples to their best Marriage

ONLINE. SELF-PACED.

LIVE SUPPORT. CHRIST-CENTERED.

American Association of Christian Therapists

Marriage Coach Certification

This online course gives you everything you need to know as a Marriage and Relationship Coach, and start helping people today!

You will learn:

Christian-based approach to marriage and relationships.
Relationship theory and practical interventions to use Day 1.
How to set up your business.
How to identify and solve relationship problems.
Concrete & Professional tools to use with your clients.
Bonus Course (Sex & Intimacy)
24 Proven session outlines to begin working with couples Today!

THE CURRICULUM

Skills & Process Area:

Marital Developmental Milestones
Listening as a Coach Skills
Talking as a Coach Skills
Motivation Theory & Application
Structuring your Coaching Session
Approaches to Coaching
Relationship Dynamics & Repair
Starting Your Practice
Dedicate Sex & Intimacy Education Course

Course Details

Practice Areas:

24 Unique Session Topics for Couples Coaching

We Developed 24 sessions to get you started.

Part One: God’s Design for Marriage
Session 1: Alone
Session 2: Helpmeet
Session 3: The Rib
Session 4: One Flesh
Part Two: Recognition — The Desire to Be Seen
Session 5: Recognition
Sessions 5 & 6: Family of Origin
Session 7: Expectations, Acceptance, & Pleasant Surprises
Part Three: Empathy — The Desire to Be Understood
Session 8: Empathy
Session 9: Mutual Submission & Responsiveness
Sessions 10 & 11: Communication

Part Four: Individuation — The Desire to Be Distinct While Still Belonging

Session 12: Individuation
Session 13: Husbands
Session 14: Wives
Part Five: Trust and Security — The Desire to Feel Safe

Session 15: Trust
Session 16: Divorce
Part Six: Vulnerability — Desire to Be Fully Known and Accepted

Sessions 18 & 19: Vulnerability & Spiritual Connectedness
Sessions 21 & 22: Intimacy
Session 23: Parenting
Session 24: Financial Stewardship

Easy To Follow Manual & Participant Workbook

The workbook must be purchased separately. You will receive an explanation of the biblical framework and an overview of each session, along with a digital copy of the workbook for the duration of your enrollment. However, to fully engage in the activities and effectively work through the material with participants, the Coach Workbook and Participant Workbook must be purchased separately.

Over 250 questions and activities to explore with couples.
Over 24 unique structured sessions with dozens more topics to explore!
Biblically-Based and Psychologically-Based.
Customizable to any coaching, counseling, or self-paced setting.

Coach's manual includes recommendations and additional materials.
Topics include: Communication, Intimacy, Boundaries, Family Creation, Emotional Management, Self-Evaluation, Responsiveness, Divorce, Expectations, Recognition, Empathy, Parenting, and more!

The workbook provides a structured approach to coaching couples, making it easier to engage couples and help nurture change. The participant workbook is designed to be self-paced, so all coaches must do is master the material and help guide couples through the sessions. Our workbooks have been used in coaching, counseling, retreats, and seminars.

Workbooks can be purchased here:

Coach Manual

Client Workbooks

Pricing

Program Completion Requirement For

Guided Certification and

guided + mentorship certification

All students must attend the Final Practice Launch Workshop & Graduation to receive certification.

This live workshop includes:

• Practice structure considerations
• Legal considerations for counselors and coaches
• Practice workflow and client process
• Using Google Workspace to manage counseling sessions
• Setting up professional communication and scheduling systems

The workshop is delivered live in person and live virtually.

Optional Continuing Access

After the included access periods expire, participants may continue accessing community, mentorship, and counseling resources through optional memberships.

Feature & Renewal Price

Counselor Community Membership

$39/month or $399/year

Monthly Resource Pack Library

$19/month or $197/year

Mentorship Add-On

$250/month or $2500/year (2 sessions/month)

Mentorship Sessions

Mentorship sessions are small-group or one-on-one training sessions where students receive direct guidance on real counseling or coaching situations.

Structure

Frequency: 2 sessions per month

Format: Small group session (up to participants)

Length: 60–90 minutes

Delivery: Live virtual (Google Meet)

What Happens in Mentorship Sessions

Topics may include:

• discussing counseling cases (anonymized)
• practicing counseling frameworks
• helping students navigate difficult client dynamics
• reviewing boundaries and ethical considerations
• coaching students on how to structure sessions
• answering real-world practice questions

Monthly Counseling Resource Packs

Each month, we release a new pack of resources counselors can use with clients.

Monthly Counseling Resource Packs are collections of practical counseling and coaching tools designed to help graduates work more effectively with clients. Each pack includes ready-to-use materials such as worksheets, session outlines, reflection exercises, and guided activities that counselors or marriage coaches can use during sessions or assign as client homework. These resources save practitioners time, provide structured interventions, and continue expanding their toolkit as they work with individuals and couples.

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Course Destails

Requirements and Information

New Application Process

All applicants must submit a completed application form.
New Applicants: A video submission is required as part of the application process.
Applications are reviewed within 5 business days of submission.
Certification is valid for 2 years from the date of issuance.

Recertification Requirements

Recertification is required every 2 years to maintain active certification status.
The cost for recertification is $100.
Recertification requires proof of continuing education to demonstrate ongoing professional development.