Question 1

Who is this program for?

Accepted Answer

Professionals who are interested in both the business and technique of executive function coaching as a part-time or full-time career.

Question 2

What is it, exactly?

Accepted Answer

Six, 60 - 120 minute classes, led by executive function coach, Sean McCormick, the founder of Executive Function Specialists, which results in a certificate of completion.Classes are taken self-paced. You can find the dates of any upcoming live cohorts on this page.

Question 3

What do I get with this course?

Accepted Answer

1 year access to the certification course and our Executive Function Coaching Academy Community on SkoolA listing on our directory of executive function coaches once you complete the certification course as long as you stay an active memberThe 90-Day "Get Your First Paying Client" ChallengeLifetime access to a comprehensive workbook with tons of resources and templates for coachesThe Semester Success Blueprint course at 50% off

Question 4

Can the course or framework be shared among team members at the same school or business?

Accepted Answer

No, we ask that each user has their own account or copy. 
Contact us for discounts when purchasing multiple copies for organizations.

Question 5

Where are the classes?

Accepted Answer

The classes are recorded.Throughout the year, I may lead live classes and you can find the dates on this page.After enrolling, you will receive access to the official course overview, which has all the class recordings, slide decks, and course resources.

Question 6

Do I get a profile listed on the directory upon completion?

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Yes! All enrollees who complete the certification can create a directory listing on this page. Your listing remains on this page as long as you are an active member.

Question 7

Are There Payment Plans Available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer payment plans through Klarna at checkout.

Question 8

Is this program tax-deductible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can download your receipts from this program and use them as a write-off for business expenses. Check out this video to see how to access your membership and program receipts.

Question 9

What if I want more than 1 year of access to the membership?

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At the end of your year access, you will have the option to extend your membership for a fee.

Question 10

Is This Course Designed for Launching My Own Practice?

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Absolutely, this course prepares you for a full- or part-time career in EF coaching, independent of any organization.

Question 11

How long do I have access to course materials?

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You will be provided with a comprehensive course workbook that you can save forever, which includes all the slide decks for each meeting. If you choose to enroll in the Semester Success Blueprint course (certification enrollees get 50% off this course), you get lifetime access to that as well.You must complete all course requirements (watch videos, complete quizzes) to earn your certificate.You will have access to the certification course videos for the duration of your membership.

Question 12

Can I earn college credit for the certification course?

Accepted Answer

We have had a few people inquire and they have used the course syllabus and worked with an online program to receive credits.  I am sharing the following information that one person was able to successfully get credit.

You can open the course syllabus by clicking on this link.

The person shared that they went through https://www.teachingchannel.com/ and said they have a course called Learning by Choice that will work for college credit.

Question 13

Do you have a course that is JUST focused on coaching? Not sure if this is right for my special education teachers...

Accepted Answer

Check out the Semester Success Blueprint course. This is a shorter course designed to be completed by educators and students TOGETHER.

Question 14

Is the course solely aimed at coaching children?

Accepted Answer

The program is mainly focused on coaching middle school, high school, and college students. If you are interested in working with adults or children below middle school, you will need to decide if you are comfortable generalizing the concepts to those populations. You can also start with my 10-Minute Transition Toolkit for educators looking to get into EF coaching (only $11).

Question 15

I am an experienced (SLP, OT, PSY, etc) -- is this course right for me?

Accepted Answer

Please review the lesson modules, look at the testimonials, and make that decision. If you have further questions, send an email to support@efcoachingacademy.comYou can also check out our case studies of graduates who come from various professional backgrounds including teaching, SLPs, BCBAs, school leaders, parents, medical professionals, tutors, etc.

Question 16

Is international participation allowed?

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Yes, we've had participants join online from various countries around the world taking the course self-paced or joining for live zoom sessions during cohorts. Use a time zone tool to find your local time.

Question 17

Is this course accredited through the ICF or any other designating body?

Accepted Answer

No.

Question 18

What is the refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Enrollment in the Executive Function Coaching Certification is a commitment to your professional growth, your future coaching practice, and your participation in a high-support learning community.Because this program includes immediate access to proprietary training materials, coaching frameworks, community support, live calls, templates, and implementation resources, all enrollments are final and non-refundable.This certification is designed for individuals who are serious about becoming skilled, confident executive function coaches. It is not intended for people who are casually exploring, unsure of their commitment, or looking to “test drive” the program after enrolling.If you are still deciding whether my teaching style, coaching framework, or approach is the right fit for you, I recommend starting with one of these lower-commitment options first:Semester Success Blueprint — learn how I structure and run executive function coaching sessions.Transition Toolkit — get a short, practical introduction to building an executive function coaching business.My YouTube channel — explore free videos that explain many of the core concepts, strategies, and frameworks I teach.My article library — read in-depth guides on nearly every aspect of executive function coaching, including coaching strategies, starting your business, running your business, and scaling your practice.These resources will help you get a clearer sense of my teaching style, the quality of my work, and whether this path is aligned with your goals before enrolling in the full certification.By enrolling, you acknowledge that you understand the commitment, have reviewed the available information, and are ready to fully participate in the certification experience.

Question 19

My organization/school is exempt from paying taxes. What can I do?

Accepted Answer

You are responsible for claiming this exemption AFTER you purchase the course. Email your receipt to: taxes@thinkific.com and ask for instructions on how to claim exemption.

Question 20

Are the Skool community, Semester Success Blueprint course, the Framework, and the Transition Toolkit all included in the certification course?

Accepted Answer

1 year in the Skool community are included as part of the certification course (option to continue after one year).The Semester Success Blueprint is offered at 50% off as part of the certification course, or you can purchase this course separately if you do not wish to take the certification course.The DIY framework and the Toolkit for Special Educators are separate resources and NOT included in the program.I've also recently added a 90-day program that guarantees your first paying client, which you can learn more about by checking out this video.

Question 21

Who is the course certified by?

Accepted Answer

I personally back the certification and stand by the results it offers. There are no big corporations or external associations involved.

That means that in addition to my guarantees, you can also email me directly to resolve any issues you have throughout the program and beyond.

Question 22

Can the course be completed at any time once purchased?

Accepted Answer

Once you enroll, you get 1 year access to the course and Skool community.Your access continues for as long as you renew.

Question 23

Am I good fit for this course if I work with younger clients?

Accepted Answer

While the course is a great fit for working with middle and high school students, it does not focus on strategies for clients younger than 6th grade.

The main reason for this is that younger students often face challenges engaging in online sessions, which can make it difficult to scale your practice beyond in-person work.

Question 24

How are the modules delivered for foreign attendees?

Accepted Answer

The entire program is delivered online and can be taken self-paced by watching the class recordings.

Question 25

What are the Guarantees?

Accepted Answer

Paid-Client Guarantee — follow our 90-Day Daily Step Plan, and if you don’t get your first paid client within 90 days, you’ll stay in the community for free until you do (as long as you’re following the process).

Question 26

Do you offer anything extra for teams?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any team that purchases 5 or more seats will also receive a private 50-minute Q&A session with me that can be used at any point after purchase.

We also offer group discounts:

5% off for 5–9 seats

10% off for 10–19 seats

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