As Salaamu Alaikum! The Ummah Needs Your Coaching!

Become a Certified Coach

The Islamic Coaching Institute offers a structured coach training and certification program rooted in the Qur’an and Sunnah. Created by Ayisha Amatullah, founder of Universal Coach Institute, this program prepares Muslims to coach with clarity, integrity, and purpose—helping others realign their lives with their true purpose: worshipping Allah.

This is a fully online, self-study program with optional monthly Q&A sessions. You will learn how to coach from an Islamic framework and how to ethically build, manage, and grow a coaching practice aligned with Islamic values.

The Islamic Coaching Institute is dedicated to training individuals to support others in achieving meaningful personal change through coaching principles grounded in the Qur’an and Sunnah. Our approach integrates sound coaching methodology with Islamic guidance, ensuring that transformation remains aligned with faith, ethics, and purpose.

Programs include:

  • Life Coaching – Training & Certification
  • Transformational Coaching  – Training & Certification
  • Positive Psychology Coaching –  Training & Certification
  • Wisdom to Wealth Business Building Program

About Universal Coach Institute

The Islamic Coaching Institute is a division of Universal Coach Institute.

Universal Coach Institute trains and certifies individuals to become skilled, ethical, and effective coaches and leaders through structured, practical education.

Our programs are designed to help individuals move forward with clarity and intention—personally and professionally—through comprehensive, hands-on training supported by experienced mentors.

Learn more about Universal Coach Institute at www.universalcoachinstitute.com

What You Will Learn

Life Coaching According to Qur’an and Sunnah Coaching like the Prophet (SAW)

The Art of Listening

Listening Like the Prophet (SAW)
The Prophet’s (SAW) approach to listening
Listening with presence, patience, and wisdom
Creating space for reflection and understanding

Using Questions in Coaching

The Prophet’s (SAW) Way of Asking Questions
Asking purposeful, thought-provoking questions
Helping clients draw their own conclusions
Encouraging insight without pressure or instruction

Goal Setting and Action Planning

The Prophet’s (SAW) Approach to Goals
Setting clear, values-aligned goals
Turning intention into action
Supporting consistent and responsible follow-through

How to Conduct a
Coaching Session

Structuring an effective coaching session
Guiding conversations with clarity and focus
Supporting progress and accountability

Teaching & Communication Methods of the Prophet (SAW)

How to transmit your message according to Qur’an and Sunnah.
How to address the hearts in order to inspire.
How to motivate and transform the behavior of people through your speech, listening, and analogies.

Leadership Lessons from the Prophet (SAW)

Understanding Prophetic Leadership Principles
Applying leadership lessons in coaching contexts
Guiding others with responsibility and integrity

Transformational Coaching from an Islamic Perspective Prerequisite: Life Coaching According to Qur’an and Sunnah

Islamic Psychology

Understanding the Ruh (spirit)
The Qalb (spiritual heart)
The ‘Aql (intellect)
The Nafs (self/soul)

Tazkiyah al Nafs Coaching Model

Knowing Self (Ma’rifah al Nafs)
Purification of the Heart (Takhalli)
Cultivation of the Heart (Tahalli)
Self-Evaluation (Muhasabah al Nafs)

Islamic Coaching Methodologies

Motivational Interviewing
Emotional intelligence
Coaching mental and emotional blocks
Coaching behavioral change
Cognitive-behavioral coaching

Positive Psychology Coaching Prerequisite: Life Coaching According to Qur’an and Sunnah

Strength-Based Coaching

Viewing strengths as amanah
Recognizing existing abilities
Moving beyond deficit thinking

Resilience & Emotional Regulation

Coaching through difficulty with sabr
Building emotional steadiness
Encouraging healthy perseverance

Meaning & Gratitude

Reframing challenges through shukr
Supporting purposeful perspective
Anchoring thought in the akhirah

Holistic Well-Being

Coaching balance and priorities
Preventing burnout and imbalance
Supporting sustainable living

Sustainable Habits

Building consistent habits
Encouraging disciplined growth
Avoiding perfectionism

Flourishing

Supporting human flourishing
Cultivating strengths in action
Encouraging growth and vitality

Bonus
From Wisdom to Wealth
How to Start, Run, and Grow Your Coaching Business

How to stand out as a coach
How to create your own coaching programs
How to group coach and create group coaching programs

Free 1-Year Subscription

The Coaching Kit

Coaching Tools

Powerful Questions Worksheet
Goal and Action Plan Template
Client Preparation Worksheet
Coaching Feedback Worksheet
Coaching Session Agenda Form
Coaching Journal
Accountability Checklist
Group Coaching Package
Seminar Package

Client Welcome Packet

Welcome Letter
Intake Form
Background Questionnaire
Self-Assessment Worksheet
Policies and Procedures
Confidentiality Agreement
Payment Arrangement Form
Client Invoice
Referral Request
Brochure or website content

Coaching Exercises

Creating a Strong Foundation
Creating Your Vision
Identifying Life Drainers
My Life Mind Map
Defining Your Ideal Self
Defining Your Ideal Outside
Identifying Your Values
Letting Go of the Past
Creating Your Life
Stress Identification Tools

Payment & Finance Forms

Cancelation Recovery Letter
Failed Payment Letter
Termination Letter
Contractor Information Form
Income Snapshot
Month-to-Month Trending
Business Checklist
Expense Checklist

Wealth Building Tools

Expand Your Thinking
Increasing Your Wealth
The Wealthy Mindset
Attaining Financial Abundance
Day to Day Spending
Debt Repayment Tracksheet

Business Center

Get access to loads of business and marketing training.

60-Day Digital Marketing Plan
Design a Client Attracting Website
How to Get 3 New Clients This Month
How to Use Your Story to Engage & Sell
How to Land High=End Clients
And more...

Short Introduction to Coaching

Example Lesson

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Self-Study

$497
$999

Payment Plans Available through Klarna

Online Self-Study w/ Live Q&A

Next Class

Delivered over 20 weeks
New lesson every Monday
January 4 – May 24, 2026

20 ICF CCE Hours

Life Coaching According to Qur’an and Sunnah

Transformational Coaching from an Islamic Perspective (10 ICF CCE Hours)

Positive Psychology Coaching (10 ICF CCE Hours)

Tools, Exercises, Forms, & Resources

Business & Marketing Training

Student Support

Lifetime Access to Your Coach Training Recordings

1-Year Free Trial to The Coaching Kit

Life Coach Certification
Transformational Coach Certification
Positive Psycholog Coach Certification

The coach training self-study option is 100% online. Access your core training via. videos, audios, and PDF transcribed notes within the student center.

Refund Policy: Once your payment or deposit has been made and you have accessed your Course or the Student Center there are no refunds available. But we will work with you diligently to ensure your 100% satisfaction. We encourage you watch the Try Before You Buy by watching the “Example Lesson” above.  By choosing to purchase this program, you understand and agree that your purchase is non-refundable.

Questions?

Email: admin@islamiccoachinginstitute.com
Call or Text: (866) 826-2242 ext 1.

About Ayisha Amatullah

Ayisha is the founder and director of Universal Coach Institute. She is a Certified Coach Trainer (CCT), Life Coach (CLC), Transformational Coach (CTC) and Master Relationship Coach (MRC). She approaches coaching using Solution-Focused, Positive Psychology, and Neuroscience.

Read more about Ayisha