Professional Coaching | Continuing and Professional Education

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Career Outlook: Professional Coaching

by CPE Staff
April 20, 2026

Career and Industry Trends

Explore the growing field of professional coaching—skills, salary trends, career paths and certifications shaping this people-centered, high-impact profession.

A New Perspective: Redefining Retirement Through Coaching

by Julie Huang
October 30, 2025

Student Success Stories

Discover how Scott Heisler redefined retirement through the Professional Coaching for Life and Work Certificate, embracing a new way to help others.

The Ripple Effect of Lifelong Learning

by Michelle Risser
September 04, 2025

Student Success Stories

Lifelong learner Daniel Moglen shares how UC Davis CPE's online leadership and coaching programs helped him grow—and support others in doing the same.

Never Standing Still: Heather Gastellum’s Journey of Growth

by Michelle Risser
August 26, 2025

Student Success Stories

The Coaching for Life and Work Certificate Program empowered Heather Gastellum to grow as a servant leader, gain tangible tools and better support her students.

Tech Exec Embraces Lifelong Learning through Coaching Program

by Stephanie Trinh
June 24, 2024

Student Success Stories

Ljubo Mandic enrolled in the UC Davis Coaching Certificate Program to formalize his coaching skills and left with an appreciation for listening and vulnerability as a leader and its connection to lifelong learning.

IT Director Transforms Leadership Style and Life with Coaching

by Stephanie Trinh
May 14, 2024

Student Success Stories

Inspired by his relationship with his own coach, Laurence Tseng sought out a coach training program to round out his leadership skills and has since transformed leadership at his organization.

Should you become a coach? We asked a professional.

by Angela D Lindley
November 17, 2023

Hear from Master Certified Coach, Michelle Payne, as she shares her unique perspective on the coaching industry and how to decide whether a career in coaching is right for you.

Student Spotlight: Jeff Heiser

April 03, 2023

Student Success Stories

Since completing the Coaching for Life and Work Certificate Program, Jeff Heiser has taken on increased responsibilities as an internal coach. As he nears his 100-hour coaching requirement for ICF Certification, he hopes to expand his weekend coaching gig and take on more of a professional coaching role.

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How Team Coaching Can Help You Empower Your Team to Create Innovative Solutions

June 21, 2022

Team coaching is fast becoming a crucial tool in leadership. Hear from Laurie Cozart of Brain Squared Solutions and instructor of our Team Coaching for High-Value Results program to learn more about the pivotal role of team coaches.

On Being an Internal Professional Coach

July 13, 2018

There is a broad job market for coaches, both external (private practice coaches who own their businesses) and internal (coaches who work as part of a larger organization). In this post, UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Coaching Instructor and Professional Certified Coach Carole Bennett shares her insights on what it means to be an internal coach.