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Teleos Coach Development Program
(TCDP)
An ICF Level 2 Executive Coaching Program
Our flagship Teleos Coach Development Program is an intimate and interactive 9 month course grounded in the research principles of Emotional Intelligence, Resonant Leadership, Gestalt and Systems Theory. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn coaching skills in a supportive environment that matches the latest education and theory with real-time practice and personal advancement, you’ve come to the right place. We invite you to join us and our team of world-class faculty for our next coaching cohort. .
All programs delivered in English.
Cohort 32 – In Person
- Week 1: Nov. 17-21, 2025
- Week 2: May 18-22, 2026
- Lead faculty: Gretchen Schmelzer
- Location: Elkins Park, PA
Fee: $13,000
Cohort 32 – In Person
- Week 1: Nov. 17-21, 2025
- Week 2: May 18-22, 2026
- Lead faculty: Gretchen Schmelzer
- Location: Elkins Park, PA
Fee: $13,000
Live Learning Sessions
Learning Hours
Theory Modules
Hours of Mentoring
Practicums
ICF ACTP Accreditation
Our coaching programs are about more than just HOW to be a great coach, they show you the path to WHO you need to become along the way.
Whether you are an experienced coach, new coach, manager or leader, TCDP will prepare you to support executives to enhance their leadership presence, build resonant climates and strong relationships and navigate organizational complexity.
Our program includes applied theory sessions, alongside intensive practice with real-time feedback from coaches and peers.
Why TCDP
Outcomes
Community Principles
Takeaways
Why TCDP
- An intimate learning environment with a small student to faculty ratio to ensure you have personalized support throughout the process
- In-person learning for relationship building and focus
- Experiential learning models delivered daily, where participants take part in exercises, small group discussions, practice, and writing reflections to personalize the learning
- Proprietary Theory modules which cover foundational research, neuro-psychology, and best practices in short lectures, including the models of Emotional Intelligence, Resonant Leadership, our DIRECT practice, Gestalt Theory, and theories of adult development, growth and change
- A participant guide to support you in activities throughout the weeks, as well as a Coaching Process Workbook to help guide you through a coaching engagement, from start to finish
- A network of faculty and associates for ongoing networking and support in your practice
Outcomes
As a result of completing the Teleos Coach Development Program hours, you will have completed 125 curriculum hours (coach training, supervision and mentoring) to be eligible to become a PCC-level ICF coach after 500 hours of coaching experience. You will also become a member of a vast, international coaching alumni network of incredible Teleos coaches and have the opportunity to join our alumni events and offerings.
Community Principles
- Each participant has the experience of being seen, heard, understood and stretched by fellow students and by faculty
- Faculty see strengths and potential for everyone. We seek to establish trust, rapport and authentic connection with each student.
- Personal and professional growth happens as a result of sustained relationships in a learning community of diverse people seeking to grow as individuals and committed to helping others
- Optimism, mindfulness, hope and compassion are introduced, referred to and practiced
- We value community and want you to as well. Growth and change in the world happens in small dedicated communities of people. The learning we seek to do at TCDP requires a resonant community.
Takeaways
- A deep understanding of self and an opportunity to experience profound personal growth
- Improved emotional intelligence and relationship skills
- Increased confidence and coaching skills through real life coaching practicums and feedback
- An ability to coach leaders through organizational complexity and in developing relationships and resonant climates
- Eligibility to pursue both ACC (100 hours of coaching) and PCC (500 hours of coaching) level ICF certification
- Access to our coaching alumni network of talented and like-minded Teleos coaches for ongoing networking and coaching education
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Why TCDP
- An intimate learning environment with a small student to faculty ratio to ensure you have personalized support throughout the process
- In-person learning for relationship building and focus
- Experiential learning models delivered daily, where participants take part in exercises, small group discussions, practice, and writing reflections to personalize the learning
- Proprietary Theory modules which cover foundational research, neuro-psychology, and best practices in short lectures, including the models of Emotional Intelligence, Resonant Leadership, our DIRECT practice, Gestalt Theory, and theories of adult development, growth and change
- A participant guide to support you in activities throughout the weeks, as well as a Coaching Process Workbook to help guide you through a coaching engagement, from start to finish
- A network of faculty and associates for ongoing networking and support in your practice
Outcomes
As a result of completing the Teleos Coach Development Program hours, you will have completed 125 curriculum hours (coach training, supervision and mentoring) to be eligible to become a PCC-level ICF coach after 500 hours of coaching experience. You will also become a member of a vast, international coaching alumni network of incredible Teleos coaches and have the opportunity to join our alumni events and offerings.
Community Principles
- Each participant has the experience of being seen, heard, understood and stretched by fellow students and by faculty
- Faculty see strengths and potential for everyone. We seek to establish trust, rapport and authentic connection with each student
- Personal and professional growth happens as a result of sustained relationships in a learning community of diverse people seeking to grow as individuals and committed to helping others
- Optimism, mindfulness, hope and compassion are introduced, referred to and practiced
- We value community and want you to as well. Growth and change in the world happens in small dedicated communities of people. The learning we seek to do at TCDP requires a resonant community.
Takeaways
- A deep understanding of self and an opportunity to experience profound personal growth.
- Improved emotional intelligence and relationship skills
- Increased confidence and coaching skills through real life coaching practicums and feedback
- An ability to coach leaders through organizational complexity and in developing relationships and resonant climates
- Eligibility to pursue both ACC (100 hours of coaching) and PCC (500 hours of coaching) level ICF certification
- Access to our coaching alumni network of talented and like-minded Teleos coaches for ongoing networking and coaching education
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Our Modules & Frameworks are Backed by Research
TCDP Stories of Transformation
“This program provided one of the most powerful professional and personal development opportunities I have ever experienced. The quality, experience, and knowledge of the faculty and the participants was incredible.”
Meet Your Coaches
Gretchen Schmelzer
Shirley McAlpine
Fran Johnston
Ray Fisher
Edward Mwelwa
Carolyn Murphy
Meet Your Coaches
Fran Johnston
Gretchen Schmelzer
Shirley McAlpine
Ray Fisher
Edward Mwelwa
Carolyn Murphy
Our Coaching Community Principles
- Each participant has the experience of being seen, heard, understood and stretched by fellow students and by faculty.
- Faculty see strengths and potential for everyone. We seek to establish trust, rapport and authentic connection with each student.
- Personal and professional growth happens as a result of sustained relationships in a learning community of diverse people seeking to grow as individuals and committed to helping others.
- Optimism, mindfulness, hope and compassion are introduced, referred to and practiced.
- We value community and want you to as well. Growth and change in the world happens in small dedicated communities of people. The learning we seek to do at TCDP requires a resonant community.
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