Group Coaching Essentials (NOW 10 CCEs)
Upcoming 2025 Summer/Fall
Fridays 10:15-11:45 am ET- July 11, 18, 25, August 1, and 8th.
Fridays (TBD) - September 5 - October 3, 2025
Registration links are at the bottom of the page! You can bundle this with the Team Coaching Essentials (24 CCEs) or the PRATCTICUM (20CCES) or take all 3 as the TRIFECTA (34 CCES)
Note this program is Course #1 of our 60 and 125 hour pathways to Group and Team Coaching Certification
The Group Coaching Essentials (TM) (GEC) program from Potentials Realized is an interactive, hands-on program dedicated t supporting coaches who want to develop their own group coaching programs. Join us on a five-week interactive learning journey as we explore the best practices for DESIGN, Marketing and IMPLEMENTING Group Coaching. Whether you are leading corporate conversations, or running public programs, online or in the room, join us to see snippets of group coaching modeled, and a dive into what is possible.
Join author of Effective Group Coaching, Jennifer Britton, PCC, CPCC and her team for this practical and road-tested program. The program is accredited for 10 hours of CCEs from the International Coach Federation.
Group Coaching Essentials is delivered as 5 x 90 minute zoom calls on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Coaches also have the opportunity to meet 1-1 with Jennifer or Evana over the course of the program for 2 x 15 minute laser calls.
Course size is limited to 8 coaches per session to ensure maximum course participation and tailoring to your learning needs. We reserve the right to defer you to a future training cohort if we don't meet the course minimum (3 participants) to run the program.
A majority of coaches are ready to launch and market their own group coaching program at the end of this program, or shortly thereafter. Since January 2006 this program has been taken by hundreds of coaches from around the world -- across North America, the UK, Germany, Australia, Singapore, Latin America, and New Zealand. Many coaches opt to follow up the Group Coaching Essentials program and take their skills deeper with either the in person Group Coaching Intensive or the Advanced Group Coaching Practicum (by zoom). Those wishing to follow on with the Advanced Practicum can now bundle their registration for additional savings (see blow)
Here's what coaches have said about the Group Coaching Essentials program:
"Jennifer is an absolute gem, very delightful to learn from, never-ending knowledge, and extremely generous with sharing her tips, talents and time. Her consistent high-touch approach and positivity kept learning fun. Fall all things group and team coaching, Coach Jennifer is the expert with abounding practical tools and resources" - Heidi B King, Legacy Leaders for Life
"Jennifer's 'Group Coaching Essentials' is a must-have course for any coaches who do groups! Regardless of whether or not you're an experienced group leader or coach, this course will provide you with tools, support, guidance and motivation to further your group offerings. Jennifer is an excellent group facilitator and teleclass leader and models the skills she is teaching in the course by being transparent about her process ... which furthers your learning. Thank you, Jennifer, for such an enjoyable as well as valuable course!" - Sandi Lindgren, LICSW, PCC, http://www.isupportyouth.com
"The Group Coaching Essentials helped me improving my group coaching skills in many ways: It increased my group exercises possibilities, my ability of setting expectations and dealing with different kind of professionals.
It also helped me to elaborate powerful questions to use during my group sessions. I have already used / applied my new knowledge in company’s group sessions and the results were amazing. I received very good feedback!" - Deborah Leimann
"Completing this program gave me the confidence and knowledge to create and deliver my own Group Coaching program. In fact I started delivering my Program before the training ended! The 1:1 sessions with Jennifer and the feedback she gave me on my program content was invaluable. Knowing that I was working with "the" expert in the field of Group Coaching was extremely valuable." - Julie Marah, CPCC, Personal and Business Coach, How's Your Life Professional Coaching,
"As a result of the Group Coaching Essentials program, I have created a 5 session group teleclass that will launch in a couple of months. I had been nervous about conducting any group coaching calls because I felt like I didn't know what to do. Jennifer completely changed that for me. I feel confident in my capabilities and will be relying on what I learned throughout the course to make my program phenomenal. I highly recommend this course (and please know that I've spent too much money on other courses and none of them compared to the value I received in this course!) - Ann Thomas, Ann Thomas Coaching & Consulting, LLC
"Group Coaching Essentials is a wonderful laboratory for learning key concepts about adult learning, instructional design, group dynamics and more. Jennifer Britton's wonderfully organic facilitation style allows each session to be a flowing, dynamic group conversation that is rich in learning and personal insights! I recommend this program for anyone who wants to gain confidence, knowledge and resources in preparation for launching their own group coaching program." - Erin Curran, CPCC
"I have been leading group coaching programs for more than three years now. Jennifer Britton’s Group Coaching Essentials program provided me with the knowledge, insights and tools to take my programs to an even higher level! I highly recommend this program to every coach that has or wants to add group coaching as part of their offerings." - Ann Farrell, CPCC, PCC, Quantum Endeavors®, Inc, www.quantumendeavors.com
"Essentially I got a road map on how to develop a group coaching program in terms of both content and marketing. Also Jennifer demonstrated excellent group leader skills on the calls." - Anne Oaklan, CPCC
"I learned so much from the Group Coaching Essentials program! It is a great way to identify your audience, conceptualize your program, flesh out the content, plan your marketing and get it up and running. In other words, you'll learn how to plan and launch a successful group coaching program in five weeks." - Kerry Ann Rockquemore, PhD,
"The best practices are wonderful takeaways from the program." - Melissa Grossman
"The way you model is masterful." "I loved the way you modeled the process and flow of a program."
"A great program to explore what team and group coaching really is and great resources from a really skillled and experienced facilitator and coach in Jennifer" - Alison Brundson, Executive Coach - Harington Consulting
"This program came at a perfect time for me. I had a window of opportunity for my coaching practice, and what I learned with Jennifer gave me the confidence and courage to make the leap! The tools Jennifer shared, helped me focus and develop a concrete program I could market." - Tamara Herl
" I was looking for a course to give me a solid foundation to start building group coaching programs to add to my practice. The Group Coaching Essentials course was exactly what I was looking for. I look forward to the advanced course to practice what I have learned!" - Joy Gandell
The course outline is as follows:
Week 1: The Foundation of Group Coaching
Week 2: The Nuts and Bolts of Developing Group Coaching
Week 4: Filling Up Your Toolbox – Exercises and Other Resources for Group Coaching
Week 5: Habits of Great Group Coaches
The final class focuses on tricky issues, logistics, as well as the essential habits and approaches group coaches will benefit from. We also cover off any additional questions you have (i.e. virtual program delivery, structure, marketing, pricing etc).
Bundle it with the Advanced Group Coaching Practicum and save by enrolling in both courses (link below) or with the TEAM Coaching Essentials bundle (24 CCEs in total)
Included in the program are:
Space is limited to 6-8 coaches ensure individualized attention.
Note: The Classes are intimate with practical application. All classes are live and held via zoom. Most coaches should be able to connect via their computer. If you need to connect via phone, coaches are responsible for any long distance charge to connect to the calls. Likewise, coaches are responsible for any costs incurred in registration. We are a Canadian based business.
Testimonials
"Jennifer is a gifted facilitator and coach. The Group Coaching Essentials program was practical, well designed and provided me with the opportunity to design my own group coaching course as I moved through it. I enjoyed the lazer sessions where I was able to ask more specific questions of Jennifer. The resources, exercises and templates provided were excellent. I would highly recommend this course." - Pam Thompson, CEO, Creative Life Coaching Inc
"As a coach who has been trained in one-on-one coaching techniques, Jennifer's Group Coaching Essentials class filled a crucial gap in my learning. Through her teaching style and her extremely well presented materials, she modeled how we, as group leaders, can develop and structure our groups. Jennifer was instrumental in helping me create my own coaching group. Thanks Jennifer." - Raymond L. Rigoglioso, ACC, www.rayriggs.net
"Jennifer’s Group Coaching Essentials’ program was a marvelous opportunity to increase my knowledge, skills and confidence in creating and doing group coaching programs. Jennifer did a great job of modeling great facilitation skills which enhanced the learning immensely.”- Chris Pallotti, Strategic Life Plans
"In 2012 I participated in the Group Coaching Essentials program facilitated by Jennifer Britton. The series was extremely helpful and I recommend it to anyone considering group coaching. The course materials and class discussions were very beneficial. My favorite part of the entire series was the content about marketing. Jennifer shared lots of great ways to promote group coaching. I believe that this program helped me to make my own group coaching series successful. " - Lori Tingle
"I loved the idea of giving group coaching programs as a major component of my new business, but didn't have a clue as to how to begin. After talking with Jennifer, I intuitively knew her Group Coaching Essentials was going to provide what I needed. Sure enough, her teachings gave me the precise framework required to build a fabulous program. Her guidance was seamless, easy and right on the money every time, as well as great fun. Now I have the tools and confidence to go forth and offer the same to my clients." - Suzie Golsher, Champion for Healers
Cost for 2025 programming
Group Coaching Essentials - 10 CCEs - $795 US. Includes 2 x 1-1 15 minute calls, and a pre and post calls.
Bundle with the Advanced Practicum for $1450 US (20 CCEs)
TRIFECTA Bundle for the Group Coaching Essentials (10 CCEs), Team Coaching Essentials (14 CCEs) and Advanced Group and Team Coaching Practicum (10 CCEs). 34 CCEs - $2350 US Dollars (2025 pricing after January 31 2025)
Join author of Effective Group Coaching, Jennifer Britton, PCC, CPCC and her team for this practical and road-tested program. The program is accredited for 10 hours of CCEs from the International Coach Federation.
Group Coaching Essentials is delivered as 5 x 90 minute zoom calls on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Coaches also have the opportunity to meet 1-1 with Jennifer or Evana over the course of the program for 2 x 15 minute laser calls.
Course size is limited to 8 coaches per session to ensure maximum course participation and tailoring to your learning needs. We reserve the right to defer you to a future training cohort if we don't meet the course minimum (3 participants) to run the program.
A majority of coaches are ready to launch and market their own group coaching program at the end of this program, or shortly thereafter. Since January 2006 this program has been taken by hundreds of coaches from around the world -- across North America, the UK, Germany, Australia, Singapore, Latin America, and New Zealand. Many coaches opt to follow up the Group Coaching Essentials program and take their skills deeper with either the in person Group Coaching Intensive or the Advanced Group Coaching Practicum (by zoom). Those wishing to follow on with the Advanced Practicum can now bundle their registration for additional savings (see blow)
Here's what coaches have said about the Group Coaching Essentials program:
"Jennifer is an absolute gem, very delightful to learn from, never-ending knowledge, and extremely generous with sharing her tips, talents and time. Her consistent high-touch approach and positivity kept learning fun. Fall all things group and team coaching, Coach Jennifer is the expert with abounding practical tools and resources" - Heidi B King, Legacy Leaders for Life
"Jennifer's 'Group Coaching Essentials' is a must-have course for any coaches who do groups! Regardless of whether or not you're an experienced group leader or coach, this course will provide you with tools, support, guidance and motivation to further your group offerings. Jennifer is an excellent group facilitator and teleclass leader and models the skills she is teaching in the course by being transparent about her process ... which furthers your learning. Thank you, Jennifer, for such an enjoyable as well as valuable course!" - Sandi Lindgren, LICSW, PCC, http://www.isupportyouth.com
"The Group Coaching Essentials helped me improving my group coaching skills in many ways: It increased my group exercises possibilities, my ability of setting expectations and dealing with different kind of professionals.
It also helped me to elaborate powerful questions to use during my group sessions. I have already used / applied my new knowledge in company’s group sessions and the results were amazing. I received very good feedback!" - Deborah Leimann
"Completing this program gave me the confidence and knowledge to create and deliver my own Group Coaching program. In fact I started delivering my Program before the training ended! The 1:1 sessions with Jennifer and the feedback she gave me on my program content was invaluable. Knowing that I was working with "the" expert in the field of Group Coaching was extremely valuable." - Julie Marah, CPCC, Personal and Business Coach, How's Your Life Professional Coaching,
"As a result of the Group Coaching Essentials program, I have created a 5 session group teleclass that will launch in a couple of months. I had been nervous about conducting any group coaching calls because I felt like I didn't know what to do. Jennifer completely changed that for me. I feel confident in my capabilities and will be relying on what I learned throughout the course to make my program phenomenal. I highly recommend this course (and please know that I've spent too much money on other courses and none of them compared to the value I received in this course!) - Ann Thomas, Ann Thomas Coaching & Consulting, LLC
"Group Coaching Essentials is a wonderful laboratory for learning key concepts about adult learning, instructional design, group dynamics and more. Jennifer Britton's wonderfully organic facilitation style allows each session to be a flowing, dynamic group conversation that is rich in learning and personal insights! I recommend this program for anyone who wants to gain confidence, knowledge and resources in preparation for launching their own group coaching program." - Erin Curran, CPCC
"I have been leading group coaching programs for more than three years now. Jennifer Britton’s Group Coaching Essentials program provided me with the knowledge, insights and tools to take my programs to an even higher level! I highly recommend this program to every coach that has or wants to add group coaching as part of their offerings." - Ann Farrell, CPCC, PCC, Quantum Endeavors®, Inc, www.quantumendeavors.com
"Essentially I got a road map on how to develop a group coaching program in terms of both content and marketing. Also Jennifer demonstrated excellent group leader skills on the calls." - Anne Oaklan, CPCC
"I learned so much from the Group Coaching Essentials program! It is a great way to identify your audience, conceptualize your program, flesh out the content, plan your marketing and get it up and running. In other words, you'll learn how to plan and launch a successful group coaching program in five weeks." - Kerry Ann Rockquemore, PhD,
"The best practices are wonderful takeaways from the program." - Melissa Grossman
"The way you model is masterful." "I loved the way you modeled the process and flow of a program."
"A great program to explore what team and group coaching really is and great resources from a really skillled and experienced facilitator and coach in Jennifer" - Alison Brundson, Executive Coach - Harington Consulting
"This program came at a perfect time for me. I had a window of opportunity for my coaching practice, and what I learned with Jennifer gave me the confidence and courage to make the leap! The tools Jennifer shared, helped me focus and develop a concrete program I could market." - Tamara Herl
" I was looking for a course to give me a solid foundation to start building group coaching programs to add to my practice. The Group Coaching Essentials course was exactly what I was looking for. I look forward to the advanced course to practice what I have learned!" - Joy Gandell
The course outline is as follows:
Week 1: The Foundation of Group Coaching
- What Group Coaching is, how it differs from one-on-one coaching;
- The differences and similarities between group coaching, workshops and retreats;
- Adult Learning Principles and the Experiential Education model;
- 12 Best Practices of Group Coaching
Week 2: The Nuts and Bolts of Developing Group Coaching
- Creative Processes for Developing Group Coaching;
- The How To's: Technical and Logistical Issues;
- Techniques and Templates for Developing and Running Your Program
- Knowing Your Audience;
- General Marketing Principles;
- Materials to support you in the development of your marketing efforts
Week 4: Filling Up Your Toolbox – Exercises and Other Resources for Group Coaching
- Tools you already have as a coach which you can adapt for a group coaching session
- A mini-toolkit of new exercises for you to bring into your next group coaching program
Week 5: Habits of Great Group Coaches
The final class focuses on tricky issues, logistics, as well as the essential habits and approaches group coaches will benefit from. We also cover off any additional questions you have (i.e. virtual program delivery, structure, marketing, pricing etc).
Bundle it with the Advanced Group Coaching Practicum and save by enrolling in both courses (link below) or with the TEAM Coaching Essentials bundle (24 CCEs in total)
Included in the program are:
- 5 x 90 minute weekly zoom calls
- A comprehensive e-manual of tools, templates, exercises and other resources (80 plu spages)
- 1-1 meetings pre and post course with Jennifer or team
- 2 x individual laser coaching sessions (15 minutes/each) as requested throughout the program - A $300 value!
- A 2 hour blended learning assignment which gives you access to dozens of hours of past presentations from Jennifer on topics related to group and team coaching - from tricky issues, to technology, to building your toolkit, accountability, goal setting and engagement strategies.
- A certificate of completion at the end of the program confirming 10 hours of CCEs (ICF- 1-hour resource development, 9 hours core competencies)
Space is limited to 6-8 coaches ensure individualized attention.
Note: The Classes are intimate with practical application. All classes are live and held via zoom. Most coaches should be able to connect via their computer. If you need to connect via phone, coaches are responsible for any long distance charge to connect to the calls. Likewise, coaches are responsible for any costs incurred in registration. We are a Canadian based business.
Testimonials
"Jennifer is a gifted facilitator and coach. The Group Coaching Essentials program was practical, well designed and provided me with the opportunity to design my own group coaching course as I moved through it. I enjoyed the lazer sessions where I was able to ask more specific questions of Jennifer. The resources, exercises and templates provided were excellent. I would highly recommend this course." - Pam Thompson, CEO, Creative Life Coaching Inc
"As a coach who has been trained in one-on-one coaching techniques, Jennifer's Group Coaching Essentials class filled a crucial gap in my learning. Through her teaching style and her extremely well presented materials, she modeled how we, as group leaders, can develop and structure our groups. Jennifer was instrumental in helping me create my own coaching group. Thanks Jennifer." - Raymond L. Rigoglioso, ACC, www.rayriggs.net
"Jennifer’s Group Coaching Essentials’ program was a marvelous opportunity to increase my knowledge, skills and confidence in creating and doing group coaching programs. Jennifer did a great job of modeling great facilitation skills which enhanced the learning immensely.”- Chris Pallotti, Strategic Life Plans
"In 2012 I participated in the Group Coaching Essentials program facilitated by Jennifer Britton. The series was extremely helpful and I recommend it to anyone considering group coaching. The course materials and class discussions were very beneficial. My favorite part of the entire series was the content about marketing. Jennifer shared lots of great ways to promote group coaching. I believe that this program helped me to make my own group coaching series successful. " - Lori Tingle
"I loved the idea of giving group coaching programs as a major component of my new business, but didn't have a clue as to how to begin. After talking with Jennifer, I intuitively knew her Group Coaching Essentials was going to provide what I needed. Sure enough, her teachings gave me the precise framework required to build a fabulous program. Her guidance was seamless, easy and right on the money every time, as well as great fun. Now I have the tools and confidence to go forth and offer the same to my clients." - Suzie Golsher, Champion for Healers
Cost for 2025 programming
Group Coaching Essentials - 10 CCEs - $795 US. Includes 2 x 1-1 15 minute calls, and a pre and post calls.
Bundle with the Advanced Practicum for $1450 US (20 CCEs)
TRIFECTA Bundle for the Group Coaching Essentials (10 CCEs), Team Coaching Essentials (14 CCEs) and Advanced Group and Team Coaching Practicum (10 CCEs). 34 CCEs - $2350 US Dollars (2025 pricing after January 31 2025)
Group Coaching Essentials is our flagship program and can be taken as:
1. As a single program (10 CCEs)
2. As a BUNDLE with the Team Coaching Essentials (24 CCEs) - $1595 US
3. Bundled with PRACTICUM for practice and feedback (20 CCEs - 16.5 CC, 3.5 RD) - $1450 US
4. As Part of the TRIFECTA (34 CCEs) - $2350 US
For Coaches working towards their ACTC this is course #1 in the pathway. We offer 6 courses to make up the 60 hours needed for ACTC CCE completion and up to 10 courses (125 hours)
Upcoming Program dates are:
* Practicum will start May 30th on Fridays 12 - 130pm ET and run for 5-6 weeks (skipping 1st week of July).
You can also make it the TRIFECTA (34 CCEs) by joining the June 2025 offering of the Team Coaching Essentials (14 CCEs) with Jennifer on Mondays 9 - 1030am ET - starting June 2nd 2025.
Don't want to take the practicum? We have a special bundled rate for the two Essentials training
Group Coaching Essentials program is approved for 10 (9 Core competency, 1 Resource Development) CCEs. We reserve the right to right to defer you to a future training cohort if we don't meet the course minimum (3 participants) to run the program.
NOTE: Eligibility for bundle savings ($140 USD) or TRIFECTA savings ($240 USD) requires participants to take each program consecutively within a three month window.
2025 Group Coaching Essentials Program Registration
Reserve your spot in the next 2025 session. - $795 US (10 CCEs)
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Want to take the TRIFECTA? Group Coaching Essentials (10 CCEs), Team Coaching Essentials (14 CCEs) and the Advanced Practicum (10 CCEs) - usually taken over 3-6 months.
Join us for the TRIFECTA - 34 CCEs
This programming includes Group Coaching Essentials, Team Coaching Essentials and the Advanced Practicum
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If you have questions or would like to register offline, please contact Jennifer directly at
Mobile: (416) 996-TEAM (8326)
Email: [email protected]
Space is limited to 6-8 coaches per session - so reserve your spot today! Payment link below.
For tips, tools and techniques to make your Group Coaching work fun and powerful, please check out the Group Coaching Ins and Outs blog.
The Advanced Group and Team Coaching Coaching Practicum is also available for GEC Alumni to take as a follow up. The Practicum provides a phone based experience in practicing and refining their group coaching skills, as well as acquiring advanced content. Advanced practicums start every 6-8 weeks for a total of 10 hours of cces including 7.5 hours of core competencies. Please click here for more information on the Advanced Group and Team Coaching Practicum.
Canadian Coach? Prefer to pay in CDN dollars - reach out to Jennifer for an individual invoice as HST rates vary from province to province..
About the CCEs for ACCs, PCCs and MCCs: The Group Coaching Essentials program has been approved by the ICF for 10 CCEs for re-certification purposes, including 2.5 hours resource development.
**Note: Eligibility for GCE/practicum bundle savings requires participants to take each program consecutively within three months, and six months if purchasing the Trifecta (Group Coaching Essentials, Team Coaching Essentials and Practicum program).
** We reserve the right to defer you to a future training cohort if we don’t meet the course minimum (3 participants) to run the program.
Reserve your spot in an upcoming session - choose from the drop down list for upcoming programs (Coaches are responsible for any charges incurred related to their registration):
Mobile: (416) 996-TEAM (8326)
Email: [email protected]
Space is limited to 6-8 coaches per session - so reserve your spot today! Payment link below.
For tips, tools and techniques to make your Group Coaching work fun and powerful, please check out the Group Coaching Ins and Outs blog.
The Advanced Group and Team Coaching Coaching Practicum is also available for GEC Alumni to take as a follow up. The Practicum provides a phone based experience in practicing and refining their group coaching skills, as well as acquiring advanced content. Advanced practicums start every 6-8 weeks for a total of 10 hours of cces including 7.5 hours of core competencies. Please click here for more information on the Advanced Group and Team Coaching Practicum.
Canadian Coach? Prefer to pay in CDN dollars - reach out to Jennifer for an individual invoice as HST rates vary from province to province..
About the CCEs for ACCs, PCCs and MCCs: The Group Coaching Essentials program has been approved by the ICF for 10 CCEs for re-certification purposes, including 2.5 hours resource development.
**Note: Eligibility for GCE/practicum bundle savings requires participants to take each program consecutively within three months, and six months if purchasing the Trifecta (Group Coaching Essentials, Team Coaching Essentials and Practicum program).
** We reserve the right to defer you to a future training cohort if we don’t meet the course minimum (3 participants) to run the program.
Reserve your spot in an upcoming session - choose from the drop down list for upcoming programs (Coaches are responsible for any charges incurred related to their registration):
Looking to work towards your ACTC - Advanced Credential in Team Coaching?
As the longest provider of group coaching trianing (since January 2006), we have evolved our training to follow the entire lifecycle of a coach (which is multi-year and multi-decade). The Coaching Profession also continues to evolve and many coaches join us now as part of their journey towards the ACTC in the CCE pathway.
You can join us for anywhere from 1 to 10 courses - the pathway starts with Group Coaching Essentials.
Set up a call to discuss your needs:
A la carte pricing for Group Coaching Essentials
Bundled with the Practicum (20 CCEs) - invoice will be sent to you
TRIFECTA - Group Coaching Essentials/Team Coaching Essentials and the Practicum (use the link above)
70 hour pathway with Courses 1- 6 - $5500 US
You can join us for anywhere from 1 to 10 courses - the pathway starts with Group Coaching Essentials.
Set up a call to discuss your needs:
A la carte pricing for Group Coaching Essentials
Bundled with the Practicum (20 CCEs) - invoice will be sent to you
TRIFECTA - Group Coaching Essentials/Team Coaching Essentials and the Practicum (use the link above)
70 hour pathway with Courses 1- 6 - $5500 US
We look forward to meeting with you to answer any questions you have.
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