Online Training Courses from the International Coaching Institute (ICI)
Excellence in Professional Coaching, Without Limits or Compromises
Live instruction, hands-on practice, measurable results
At the Institut de Coaching International, distance learning isn’t a fallback option—it’s the most effective strategy for mastering coaching quickly and sustainably, with more freedom, flexibility, and human connection.
A pioneer for over 26 years, the International Coaching Institute is now recognized as the leading specialist and number one provider of distance learning in French-language coaching.
Our programs have trained thousands of coaches around the world, driven by a unique pedagogical approach and an innovative, human-centered, and deeply interactive online learning model, which places personal transformation and the quality of the relationship at the heart of the training process.
Why choose distance learning with the International Coaching Institute (ICI)?
A hands-on experience, not passive learning
Forget e-learning platforms where you just watch videos on your own.
Our training sessions are live, group-based, and feature constant interaction.
Every week, you’ll meet with your instructors and classmates live for dynamic sessions where everything happens in real time:
- live coaching demonstrations,
- practice in small groups,
- real-time discussions,
- constructive, immediate, and personalized feedback.
It’s all the energy of an in-person group, but with the flexibility of digital learning.
Stress Reduction
A coaching training program should be a gift to yourself, not a source of additional stress.
If you already have busy weeks, the last thing you need is more complications to deal with: arranging childcare, planning your trip, adding the fatigue of travel to that of the workweek… (and if you’re French, hoping your training doesn’t fall during a strike).
By training from home, you avoid this obstacle course.
You gain peace of mind, energy, and mental clarity to focus on what matters most: your learning.
Distance learning also means the end of logistical stress—no more rushing around, planning ahead, or dealing with the unexpected.
You learn in an environment that respects your pace, your constraints, and your personal balance.
Complete freedom, without compromising on rigor
ICI’s distance learning adapts to your life, not the other way around.
You choose your location, your pace, and your work-life balance—without sacrificing the guidance or structure of a professional environment.
You avoid the hassles of commuting, extended absences, fatigue, and hidden costs.
You remain fully in control of your learning, with a planned, seamless, and consistent program.
You can replay recordings, review as often as you like, and reinforce what you’ve learned at your own pace.
It’s premium training, reinvented for modern schedules.
And because you learn from home, you also save on what often weighs heaviest in in-person training:
- train and plane tickets or car trips,
- hotel stays and meals out,
- and lost travel time—often several days over a full course.
On average, you save the equivalent of 30 to 50% in time and money compared to traditional training.
You can invest that time and money where it really matters: in your practice, your personal development, and your life goals.
Superior concentration and retention
Cognitive science studies are clear:
When learning is varied, active, and consistent, the retention rate increases by 30 to 50 percent.
Online, there are fewer external distractions, students are more engaged, and short, frequent sessions allow for faster and more lasting learning.
Each week, you make concrete progress, without interruption, in a stimulating and supportive environment.
Measurable results, an ongoing commitment
Our online training courses generate higher engagement than the average in-person course.
Why?
Because everything is designed to keep participants motivated:
- a short, fast-paced format,
- immediate feedback,
- weekly goals,
- and visible progress starting in the first few weeks.
The weekly consistency creates an upward learning curve and a real sense of accomplishment.
An active, international community
By choosing ICI, you’ll join a global community of coaches.
Our participants connect from Europe, Canada, Africa, Asia…
This cultural mix enriches every exchange, opens up new perspectives, and creates an international professional network from day one.
It’s a unique opportunity to grow personally and professionally, without borders.
An action-oriented, experiential approach to education
At ICI, you learn coaching by living it.
Every week, you practice, experiment, and adjust.
You go through the same process that you’ll later guide your future clients through.
The result:
- a naturally integrated coaching mindset,
- solid reflexes,
- and confidence built through experience.
You don’t just “take” a training course—you live it fully, in coaching mode.
Powerful digital tools that put people first
Our virtual classrooms use the best collaboration tools (Zoom Pro, Miroboards, interactive rooms, dynamic materials) to create a seamless, engaging, and user-friendly learning environment.
Everything is designed to bridge the distance and make the experience immersive.
An eco-friendly and sustainable approach
Choosing distance learning is also a responsible choice:
- no unnecessary travel,
- a reduced carbon footprint,
- and flexibility to maintain your personal and family balance.
You learn, you grow, and you contribute to a more environmentally friendly approach to education.
Our Method
Built on 26 years of experience, and a long-standing specialization in online education, our distance learning courses are based on a unique pedagogical system:
- live, interactive learning,
- real-world scenarios every week,
- personalized support,
- digital resources available 24 hours a day,
- and optional in-person practice days for those who wish to participate.
It is this cutting-edge expertise and unique experience that make ICI the number one leader in French-language remote coaching.
It’s the best of both worlds: the efficiency of distance learning + the depth of in-person instruction, combined into a cohesive and comprehensive program.
An approach deeply rooted in the DNA of coaching
The majority of leading international coaches—including 11 of the last 12 ICF presidents—were trained through distance learning.
This is no coincidence: this format fosters autonomy, discipline, regular practice, and personal reflection—the very pillars of coaching.
At ICI, we have refined this model to offer you the international standard of coaching, in French, accessible from anywhere.
In summary, choosing the International Coaching Institute’s online program means:
A dynamic, collaborative, and interactive learning experience
Total freedom within your organization
Concrete results, fast and measurable
A accessible and ethical training program
A caring and committed international community
Expertise from the leading French-language provider of distance learning in coaching
Support from an institute that has been recognized for 26 years
Want to learn more?
View full details of our online training programs:
- MasterCoach ICI Levels 1 and 2 (ICF and RNCP Level 6)
- AERH Training: “Team Support and Workplace Harassment Advisor”
- Health & Wellness Coaching Training
- NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner) Training
- Appreciative Inquiry Training
- Skills Assessment Training
Prerequisites, access timeline, curriculum, assessment, performance indicators, and pricing are available in the downloadable brochure