Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching
Dual Certification
ICF Level 2 PCC Pathway, Built for Small Business Coaching
Complete ICF Level 2 Coach Training
Certified Systems Business Coach®
Advanced PCC-Level Coaching Skills
Six Observed Coaching Sessions
Mentor Coaching & Written Feedback
Licensed Tools & Ready-to-Use Programs
Master Advanced Small Business Coaching
The Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching (ICF Level 2, PCC) is a training program to develop advanced coaching mastery and business capability that strengthens the small business sector, improves productivity, and supports long-term economic sustainability.
Grounded in our Effective Business Coaching Method, this program integrates a coach approach with systems thinking, appreciative inquiry, and pragmatic business tools. Coaches learn to work confidently with complexity, recognize patterns, identify leverage points, and support sustainable change, so clients can make stronger decisions, optimize operations, and build resilient businesses over time.
The Professional Certificate is accredited through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and meets the education requirements for the ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential at Level 2. Graduates also earn the Certified Systems Business Coach® designation as part of the Professional Certificate training program.
More than just a course, you get:
The Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching (ICF Level 2) builds on the Advanced Certificate in Small Business Coaching (ICF Level 1) to meet additional requirements for the PCC credential, including increased observation, written feedback, and the ICF Level 2 exam.
You also gain access to the full Certified Systems Business Coach® suite, including licensed tools, ready-to-deliver programs (slide decks and presenter notes), your listing on the Systems Business Coach® website, global community access, ongoing training, the digital Successful Small Business Systems Field Guide, live classes, and ICF-credentialed faculty support.
ICF Level 2 Adds:
You graduate with a complete, ready-to-deliver small business coaching toolkit, including tools, programs, slide decks, and presenter notes.
Small Business Coaching Foundations must be completed live.
Six observed coaching sessions (one more than Level 1).
Expanded mentor coaching with written feedback aligned to Level 2 evaluation standards.
Level 2 PCC Performance Evaluation, taken within this program, with preparation and support included.
Additional requirements for ICF ACC:
500 coaching hours (450 paid)
ICF PCC Exam
This program is ideal for:
Coaches Pursuing Their ICF PCC
Those planning to complete the PCC requirements and looking for advanced Level 2 training focused on small business coaching.
Experienced Small Business Professionals
Coaches and professionals who already work with small business owners and want to deepen their skills and impact.
Coaches Ready to Advance Their Practice
Professionals who want advanced feedback, proven tools, and ready-to-use programs to coach with greater confidence and consistency.
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Participant Reviews
I love the idea of small business, and they are the heroes of the economy. And it’s so tough and it can be lonely. And sometimes it is a coaching conversation that needs to happen. I feel like having systems and having the framework so I can not only be certified but but have that extra bit of confidence to sell myself and have that conversation.
Chris Wilkinson
Small Business Coach
I’m a CPA, and I’ve always worked with Small Business owners. I opted into this program because I am looking to transition my career to becoming a small business coach. I’ve always really enjoyed those interactions and that kind of relationship and I want to continue that on as I transition into my later career life and that’s why I’m here.
Kirsten Jenner
CMA CPA Certified Systems Business Coach®
Sometimes when people are stuck, yes, it might be a limiting belief. Yes, it might be something that’s coachable, but actually it might also be something that’s really practical. And the resources that I’ve seen from a systems business coach I think are going to be incredible for that.
Mike Kaufman
Executive Coach
The learning from this course has been immediately useful, effective and stays true to a coach approach. I encourage any certified coaches working with small businesses to take this step in their coach learning journey. Not only have I learned new systems and tools for my coaching clients, I have also been able to apply these systems and tools in my own small coaching practice.
Annette Siewertsen
Certified Systems Business Coach®
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Everything You Need to Build Your Coaching Skills:
ICF Level 2 Training Toward PCC
Systems Business Coach® Certification
Six Observed Coaching Sessions
Advanced Mentor Coaching & Feedback
PCC-Level Performance Evaluation
Licensed Coaching Tools & Programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you exploring how to become a small business coach? You’re in the right place. Systems Business Coach® offers one of the only ICF-accredited coach training programs in the world dedicated exclusively to coaching small business owners. Unlike generic leadership or executive coaching programs, our training is built for helping professionals who work with entrepreneurs and business owners of companies with fewer than 100 employees, the segment that makes up 95% of all businesses globally.
Learn how to coach with confidence, earn your ICF credential, and support business owners where it matters most: leadership, finance, operations, team, and marketing.
Who is the Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching for?
This small business coach training program is ideal for:
Business Coaches & Other Professionals Supporting Small Businesses: Current business coaches, consultants, and advisors who want a complete, ready-to-deliver package of proven tools, programs, and resources you can put into immediate use with small business clients.
ICF Certification Seekers: Those who want to complete ICF Level 2 training to become Profession Certified Coaches (PCC) while focusing on coaching small business owners and teams.
Why enroll in the Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching?
Designed for professionals who coach, advise, or support entrepreneurs, the Professional Certificate prepares you to coach at the ICF PCC performance level while delivering real-world outcomes for small business clients.
You graduate with the structure, tools, and credibility to coach across leadership, operations, finance, marketing, and team development with clarity and consistency.
What is the difference between ICF Level 1 and 2?
- Training Hours: Level 1 requires fewer coaching education hours.
- Credential: Level 1 prepares you for the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential. Level 2 prepares you for the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential.
- Performance Evaluation: Level 1 evaluations are assessed at the ACC skill level, whereas Level 2 evaluations are assessed at the more advanced PCC skill level.
The Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching is a training program that extends one ICF level beyond the Advanced Certificate in Small Business Coaching, from Level 1 to Level 2.
What is the benefit of earning ICF credentials AND becoming a Certified Systems Business Coach®?
While both are globally recognized for coaching excellence, they have distinct benefits.
Certified Systems Business Coaches®:
- Gain access to licensed, ready-to-use coaching tools, marketing and business development support, and a global community of peers.
- Are trained specifically to support small business owners using a proven, structured framework built from over a decade of real-world experience by a leading authority on small business coaching.
ICF-Credentialed Coaches:
- Hold credentials recognized by the world’s leading independent coaching federation, signalling adherence to ICF coaching competencies and ethics standards.
The Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching is a small business coach training program that combines the benefits of both.
How long does it take to complete the Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching?
You can complete the Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching and earn your PCC credential within 1 year. Completion time varies because your commitment to completing the ICF-required coaching hours affects the overall program duration.
Timeline for the Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching:
- 6 months: Complete small business training courses to meet ICF PCC training hour requirements.
- 12 weeks: The Systems Business Coach® Certification section of the program.
- Varies: Complete the required 500 coaching hours, plus the Level 2 PCC performance evaluation and Exam to earn the Professional Certified Coach (PCC).
What small business coaching courses are included in the Professional Certificate in Small Business Coaching?
Do coaching hours from ICF Level 1(ACC) count toward Level 2 (PCC)?
Yes. If you’ve already completed ICF Level 1 to earn your ACC credential, the 100 coaching hours required for Level 1 count toward the 500 coaching hours required at Level 2 (PCC).
How do I know if the Professional Certificate in Business Coaching is right for me?
If you’re unsure where to start or want to know how your unique experience and situation fit into a professional coaching career, schedule a free call with us.
We’ll walk you through what it takes to become a small business coach and help you decide if training with Systems Business Coach® is right for you.
Advance Your Coaching to the PCC Level
Develop advanced coaching skills, deepen your impact, and complete ICF Level 2 training toward your PCC credential.
