Becoming an Executive Function Specialist
Are you interested in becoming an executive function specialist?
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Do you want to make a BIG impact on others and help them reach their goals?
Here are the steps.
Step 1:
Possess One of the Credentials Below
Become a Professional Educational Therapist
To become an Educational Therapist, you need specific coursework in a range of areas related to instruction and development. Learn more about that process here
Be a Credentialed Teacher
Complete a teacher credentialing program and share documentation of an active teacher credential.
Posses a Master Level Degree in a Related Field
Demonstrate mastery in a related field that contributes to enhancing a client's executive function. This may include therapists, counselors or a health-related degree.
After completing the appropriate credentials, the next step is to complete the coursework available through the Executive Function Coaching Academy.
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The coursework includes instructional videos, live meetings, assessments, and opportunities to reflect on your learning.
Additionally, joining the executive function coaching community and interacting with other coaches is a great way deepen your expertise and make important connections.
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The Executive Function Coaching Academy coursework can be completed at your own pace or you can join for a live cohort.
View the dates of the live cohorts by clicking here.
Step 3:
Decide if you would like to work independently or for an organization
If you choose to work independently you will want to:
Learn the fundamentals of establishing a small business and learning how to market your expertise.
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You can find various free resources on these topics by clicking here.
If you choose to work for an organization you will want to:
Research and apply for work at an executive function coaching company. Many smaller educational therapy practices also provide executive function coaching. If you wish to apply for a position at EF Specialists, visit our careers page to see if there are open positions.
Step 4:
Complete on-going professional development to refresh your coaching abilities
Once you have completed the initial training and have decided to work independently or for an organization, you must commit to ongoing professional development to keep your coaching abilities fresh and useful for your executive function coaching clients.
Subscribe to The Executive Function Coach Newsletter to be informed of upcoming professional development opportunities.