Student reviews

The course content is a well structured program for both personal and professional development. It offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with like minded people whom you would not otherwise meet as a collective if you did not take the course. In class we support and mentor each other through the methodologies taught at ACC. So it’s a learning and networking journey that we share together leading to our future as coaches and counsellors.

Well structured and effective training that allowed me to boost my skills quickly, which contributed enormously to my personal growth. I am very grateful and happy that I could attend it.

I decided to go for this course for the content but also because I could conciliate it with my full time job. I ended up appreciating the monthly classes also because I felt I had more time to integrate the learnings between classes, I could experiment with practice clients and reflect within my intervision group. As a consultant and project manager, I also felt I could leverage a lot of the tools and practices in my own professional role.

I found from day one that the ACC is a good and reliable coaching training programme. It's clear what to expect, and they do support you from day 1 till day 10 and beyond. The teachers and ACC office staff are trustworthy and kind individuals who are knowledgeable about their work. It's also the trust they have in asking students to be the training teacher's assistant in other groups, which is a nice way of learning to become a better coach and growing into becoming a teacher at ACC one day. I also like the network events and ACC days they organise to meet other people. The ACC is a community you belong to from the day you sign up. It's a warm, worthy feeling, and I'm so glad I've found my way to the ACC.

The content is very applicable and practical, while supported by a strong theoretical foundation that is up-to-date. Teaching is very strong, and there is substantial practice training to feel the role and learn in practice. The interaction with the academy staff has always been great: they were responsive and helpful, and they were also flexible for my personal circumstances.

The quality of the syllabus is well structured and up-to-date, the teachers are qualified and experienced, so I would highly recommend people to join this programme.

I feel the second year has prepared me for a focused and aligned career. I leave feeling prepared and confident.

I highly recommend the academy because it offers a wide range of approaches that cover every aspect of the coaching and counselling journey. The taught methodologies are both practical and inspiring, and the personal work you do on yourself is truly powerful. The environment is always supportive and non-judgmental, and every teacher and fellow student brings something unique to help you grow.

The first year training programme of the Academy for Coaching and Counselling was really eye-opening for me. It is not only about getting the tools to be a good coach, but about getting to know yourself on a deeper level. The content, the communication and the teacher were amazing!

This was a journey for me. I gained a lot of insights about myself, and grew personally along the way. On top of that, I have learned and honed my basic skills to be able to help other people.

I found the program to be very well structured. While additional days could enhance the learning experience, the current format is well-suited for working professionals. The teacher demonstrated extensive knowledge, and I felt I walked away having learned a great deal.

What we learn in this course is a very important learning for everyone, even if you do not necessarily want to become a professional coach.

Overall a great programme that combines personal and professional development. An excellent balance of theory and practice.

The programme provides a solid foundation in coaching/counselling with a focus on practice and is delivered by a very skilled teacher. The various coaching exercises with other classmates were a big part of the learning experience and process of self discovery.

This is a very comprehensive training, full of theory and practice, well supported with a very good teacher. I was surprised by the level of training and information that was provided and how we were all supported and encouraged through the whole process.

I did a lot of courses and training programmes like NLP, alternative medicine or other courses about communication and psychology. And I have to say that I found this ACC course really complete. This programme gives you a complete knowledge about the field and this is amazing. Probably people spend money for other courses but with a programme like this you have everything in one and that is powerful.

I would definitely recommend the ACC and the training programme in particular, since I liked the professional attitude and very much applicable knowledge that was shared. I appreciated the strong theoretical base combined with the intensive hands-on experience of practicing the learnings – on myself, with peer students and test clients. Also, I was able to get a real feel of what coaching and counselling is about and understand better for myself what I want to do with that in the future. The ACC is definitely the right place for someone interested in personal and professional development in a safe and warm atmosphere.

I like this programme because it covers lots of good and useful topics. It was very interesting and educational to learn in a group. It still gives freedom to explore and learn in individual pace.

I always thought I had some decent listening and counselling skills, but did not realize how much there still was to learn. This programme helped me a lot with that, especially due to the excellent teachers who gave us amazing feedback. I have grown a lot in the past 2 years of the courses as a person and as a professional coach/counsellor. Many of the methods we learned feel like they will become a staple in my future career.

I think the ACC's programme is one of the best coaching programmes out there that I could've chosen from. The length, the content and the assignments of the programme really guarantees a transformative experience both professionally and personally. The first year for me was a personal transformation. I grew as human so much and I owe it to my teacher (Lya) and classmates for helping me throughout my journey. The second year was also very transformative for me, this time my transformation was around my profession as a coach/counsellor. I am again grateful for my teacher (Arjan) and classmates to help me with my journey. Overall, I recommend this programme to anyone looking to grow both professionally and personally among like-minded people.

After two years of training I feel ready to start my own coaching/counseling career, both from a personal growth and knowledge perspective.

This programme covers not only the theory and practical information, but also focuses on connecting with one's human side. This combination helps in the overall development and understanding of the profession.

I looked into many different organizations providing such training. For me it was very important that I felt well equipped by my training to consider myself as a good coach and counsellor. Anyone who considers this profession, this is a programme which has been designed by professionals with high standards. I would not second guess my choice of registering this programme since this organization has proven me that you care about the high quality of this profession. Thank you for that.

Looking back, I have learnt a tremendous amount in the last two years. The courses have changed me as a person, I have evolved more than I was expecting too. I've grown in self-awareness, in confidence and pride. I know myself so much better than I ever did, and show up more authentically in life. The ACC courses have been a direct influence on this. Even if someone doesn't want to become a coach/counsellor, I would recommend the ACC just for how much it's helped me grow as a person.

This experience was so special to me. I learned so much, in a very fun and practical way also! I also got extra lucky because my group was amazing.

I found the program to be holistic, offering a seamless blend of theory and practice that opened my mind to new perspectives. It was easy for me to follow, thanks to the knowledgeable and experienced teachers who guided us every step of the way.

I find the second-year programme a fantastic experience. I have left every session feeling like I have not only grown a huge amount as a coach, but also as a person and that my knowledge base has been greatly enhanced. Arjan is a huge asset to the ACC team and I know lots of my classmates agree with what a wonderful job he is doing delivering the course, helping us grow, and inspiring us in every way!

I am already working in the field of coaching and I must admit that I was really impressed by the quality of the programme given by ACC. The trainers are highly qualified and always available to reply to your questions. The learning process gave me the opportunity to develop further my coaching skills with my clients but also my creativity and self-growth. I would highly recommend this course to anyone willing to become a coach/counsellor or to strengthen their existing professional competences.

My experience of Coaching and Counselling Year 1 was extremely positive. This interactive, theoretical and practical study exceeded my curiosity and desire to learn more about counselling and how suitable a career this might be for me. It benefitted me in fundamental ways I hadn’t anticipated, such as practicing key communication skills, which I realise I took for granted. It helped me to work on myself, in order to work well with others. Whether it’s to benefit you in your existing career, or prepare you for a career in coaching and counselling – I’d highly recommend this course!

I have recently completed my first year of the Coaching and Counselling course with ACC and was so impressed I decided to sign up for Year 2. The programme exceeded my expectations and our trainer, Arjan van Dijk, was extremely knowledgeable and supportive throughout the learning process, offering just the right balance between theory, interaction and feedback. I already feel that I have grown both professionally and personally and am looking forward to enhancing my coaching skills in Year 2. The owners and trainers are very hands on and there to support you on your journey. I would highly recommended ACC to anyone interested in becoming a coach or looking to strengthen their professional coaching skills.

The coaching and counseling second year was the deepening kick I needed to start my coaching practice. The four major themes convinced me that I could be with my client in most circumstances. The freedom of expression I experienced during the training helped me develop my specialization toward integrating my life experience in my practice. The trainer created a safe and supportive environment to explore and test new techniques. Dialog and sharing our own life experienced help to actively engage with the (sometimes difficult) themes at hand. This training met my criteria and I recommend it.

From beginning to end my experiences with the ACC have been positive. I relocated from the UK to complete Year 1 of the programme and the school were instantly warm and welcoming, answering any questions that I had. Throughout the year I have developed many new skills, having the chance to put these into practice with clients to support them in their coaching journey. This year has also been an opportunity for self-growth and development and the ACC has provided a safe space to do that in. If you are looking to explore Coaching and Counselling, or develop existing skills that you already have, this course comes highly recommended.