The program is a 50-week intensive training, including live weekly sessions and practical application.

No prior coaching experience is required! This program is designed for both aspiring and experienced coaches who want to specialize in neurodivergent coaching.

Absolutely! Many of our students are neurodivergent, and we provide a supportive learning environment that embraces diverse learning styles and experiences. If something isn’t working for you please let us know.

Your tuition includes all course materials, live training, assessments, mentorship, a online community built for neurodivergent and those supporting them and 1 year of continued support after certification.

The Internship Program requires 5 hours of weekly work for ND OutLoud, including content creation, outreach, and other community related tasks. You will receive the full certification at no additional cost, with only a $1000 deposit required. (payments on this deposit are accepted).

NeuroCoach Academy is the most in-depth, research-backed, and practical neurodivergent coaching certification available. It is designed by a team of PhDs, psychologists, and specialists to ensure you receive top-tier training. We are not another version of multilevel marketing of coaches training coaches.

Yes! This program is 100% online and open to students worldwide.

You will receive your official certification, continued mentorship, and access to a professional community of like-minded coaches and a live interview on our YouTube channel with 24K in subscribers to promote your new business.

Weeks 1-10: Foundations of Neurodivergent Coaching

Week 1: Introduction to Neurodivergence

• Understanding Autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent conditions.

• Addressing common misconceptions and strengths-based coaching.

Week 2: Executive Dysfunction and Strategies for Support

• Identifying challenges in planning, organizing, and task completion.

• Coaching techniques to support executive function.

Week 3: Neurodivergent Communication Styles

• How different brains process and express communication.

• Adapting coaching approaches for various neurotypes.

Week 4: Building Trust and Rapport

• Creating a safe and inclusive coaching environment.

• Effective questioning and active listening strategies.

Week 5: Ethical Coaching Practices

• Understanding coaching ethics and professional boundaries.

• Recognizing when to refer to a therapist or specialist.

Week 6: The Neurodivergent Brain: Structure and Function

• Exploring brain-based differences in neurodivergence.

• Understanding dopamine, sensory processing, and regulation.

Week 7: Managing Stress and Overwhelm

• Coaching strategies for emotional regulation.

• Identifying and addressing sources of overwhelm.

Week 8: Developing Sustainable Routines

• Techniques to help clients create consistent daily habits.

• Overcoming barriers to maintaining routines.

Week 9: Identifying Strengths and Passions

• Helping clients uncover their strengths and interests.

• Strength-based coaching techniques.

Week 10: Midterm Assessment: Practical Coaching Demonstration

• Live coaching practice with feedback.

• Case study review and problem-solving exercise.

Weeks 11-30: Specialization Tracks

Life Coaching Specialization

Week 11: Habit Formation and Consistency

• The science of habit-building for neurodivergent clients.

• Addressing habit roadblocks and inconsistency.

Week 12: Mindfulness Techniques for ADHD and Autism

• Using mindfulness to improve focus and emotional balance.

• Tailoring mindfulness exercises to individual needs.

Week 13: Supporting Relationships and Social Skills

• Coaching clients through social interactions and communication challenges.

• Identifying relationship strengths and growth areas.

Week 14: Navigating Life Transitions

• Supporting clients through major life changes.

• Creating transition plans that minimize overwhelm.

Week 15: Emotional Regulation Strategies

• Coaching clients on managing big emotions.

• Practical DBT-based emotional regulation techniques.

Health Coaching Specialization

Week 16: Nutrition and Mental Health

• Understanding how diet affects brain function and mood.

• Addressing food sensitivities and aversions in neurodivergence.

Week 17: Understanding Sleep Challenges

• Common sleep disturbances in neurodivergence.

• Coaching clients on improving sleep hygiene.

Week 18: Encouraging Physical Activity

• Tailoring movement strategies to neurodivergent needs.

• Overcoming motivation and sensory barriers to exercise.

Week 19: Managing Chronic Health Issues

• Coaching clients with co-existing chronic health conditions.

• Advocating for medical accommodations and support.

Week 20: Wellness Action Plans

• Creating long-term health goals and plans.

• Sustainable approaches to maintaining wellness.

Career Coaching Specialization

Week 21: Career Exploration and Interests

• Identifying career paths aligned with strengths.

• Overcoming career decision overwhelm.

Week 22: Resume and Cover Letter Development

• Neurodivergent-friendly resume and cover letter writing.

• Highlighting strengths and accommodations.

Week 23: Interview Preparation

• Coaching clients through interview anxiety.

• Neurodivergent-friendly strategies for success.

Week 24: Advocating for Workplace Accommodations

• Understanding workplace rights and accommodations.

• Coaching clients on self-advocacy in professional settings.

Week 25: Work-Life Balance and Productivity

• Coaching clients on managing energy and productivity.

• Setting realistic work-life boundaries.

Week 26-30: Individual Coaching Practicum

• Practicing specialization coaching techniques.

• Real-time case study evaluations and discussions.

Sex Therapy Coaching & Sex Coaching Specialization

Week 26: Understanding Neurodivergence and Sexuality

• How neurodivergence impacts relationships and sexual health.

• Recognizing diverse sexual identities and orientations.

Week 27: Communication in Relationships & Consent

• Coaching clients on healthy communication about intimacy.

• Understanding neurodivergent challenges with consent and boundaries.

Week 28: Trauma-Informed Approaches to Sex Coaching

• Recognizing the impact of past trauma on sexual health.

• Coaching strategies for trauma-sensitive conversations.

Week 29: Sensory Considerations & Intimacy

• Addressing sensory needs in relationships.

• Adapting coaching to clients with hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity.

Week 30: Coaching Clients Through Relationship Challenges

• Helping clients navigate dating, long-term relationships, and intimacy.

• Recognizing when to refer clients to sex therapists or specialists.

Weeks 31-50: Capstone and Advanced Topics

Week 31: Trauma-Informed Coaching

• Understanding trauma's impact on neurodivergence.

• When to coach and when to refer.

Week 32: Dialectical Behavior Training (DBT) Tools

• Practical DBT skills for emotional regulation.

• Application of DBT in neurodivergent coaching.

Week 33: Understanding NLP and Ethical Boundaries

• What NLP is and its place in coaching.

• Recognizing ethical concerns and best practices.

Week 34: TBI and ADHD: Coaching Adjustments

• Understanding the effects of traumatic brain injuries on ADHD.

• Adjusting coaching strategies accordingly.

Week 35: Hormones and ADHD: Impacts on Behavior

• Exploring hormonal influences on ADHD symptoms.

• Coaching strategies for clients affected by hormonal shifts.

Week 36-50: Capstone Project and Business Growth

• Developing and presenting a capstone coaching project.

• Business development strategies for scaling a coaching practice.