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Certified Professional Coach (CPC)
Accelerated Recorded Interactive Cohort Pathway (30 Hours)
Become a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) – One Curriculum. One Certification – Accelerated Pathway.
This fast-track learning option uses a previously recorded live cohort session that includes visible, authentic student interaction and engagement. It was designed specifically for helping professionals to earn a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) certification on an accelerated path, recognizing their prior experience and transferable skills.
These professionals already engage in supportive conversations, goal-setting, and client empowerment, even if they have not called it “coaching.”
Our ICF-aligned and approved course curriculum offers a transformative journey that combines a previously recorded live cohort session with independent study for a truly immersive learning experience.
15-Hours – Previously Recorded Live Cohort Session
Experience the energy of a real classroom — filled with discussion, demonstration, and instructor feedback. Our recorded sessions capture the excitement and connection of a live cohort, giving you the flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere.
15-Hours – Independent Study
Engage in self-paced activities such as reading, writing, journaling, practicing coaching on your own schedule, and completing a 50-question certification examination.
Module 1:
COACHING FOUNDATION AND STRUCTURE
- The Coach’s Journey
- Becoming a Certified Professional Coach
- What Is Coaching? The Case for Coaching
- Introduction to ICF Coaching Competencies
- Coaching Ethics
- Differentiating Coaching from Other Helping Professions
Module 2 – THE COACHING PROCESS AND RELATIONSHIP
- The Coaching Process and Phases
- Getting Started: Consultation and First Session
- Establishing Agreements and Setting Boundaries
- Creating a Safe and Confidential Coaching Environment
- Active Listening and Empathic Responding
- Powerful Questioning
- Providing Feedback and Making Observations
Module 3 – Coaching Philosophy, Methodology, Assessments and Tools
- Developing a Coaching Philosophy
- Selecting a Coaching Methodology
- Understanding Coaching Assessments
- Selecting and Administering Coaching Tools
Module 4: Mastering The Art and Science of Coaching
- Review of Coaching Competencies and Skills
- Hands-On Practice with Coaching Scenarios
- Peer and Instructor Feedback
Module 5: The Business of Coaching:
- Define Your Coaching Services
- Building a Brand and Presence
- Marketing and Networking
- Client Acquisition and Retention
- Setting Fees and Financial Management
15 non-contact/out of real time education hours
- Homework
- Independent Study
- 50 Question Examination
CERTIFICATION:
Upon completing the BCA Coach Training Program, students will have the skills and knowledge to become effective, empathetic, and ethically responsible certified coaches. They will receive a certification as a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), which recognizes their proficiency in coaching.
Instructor – Dr. Dwayne L. Buckingham
As a life-long learner and ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with over 15 years of coaching experience and 25 years of experience as a licensed clinical psychotherapist, Dr. Buckingham have had the privilege of providing empowerment, transformational and executive coaching to hundreds of individuals and psychotherapy to over 40,000 individuals worldwide.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC (BCG), founded in 2008 by decorated veteran and philanthropist Dwayne L. Buckingham, Ph.D., LCSW-C, BCD, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides human services consulting, coaching, counseling, and training that enables individuals and organizations to find solutions in problems and produce sustainable results. Our mission is to provide clients with client-centered solutions that maximize their capacity to perform exceptionally well and exceed standards within their businesses, communities, organizations, and respective industries. We have empowered and transformed the lives of over 40,000 individuals worldwide.
As a board-certified and licensed clinical psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience in delivering clinical treatment, training, coaching, and consulting with more than 40,000 persons worldwide, Dr. Buckingham uses his knowledge and expertise in human behavior and development to help clients find solutions in problems and produce sustainable results. He specializes in assisting clients to overcome adversity, hardship, and emotional distress and is committed to providing superb coaching, consulting, counseling, and organizational training.
Buckingham Coaching Academy (BCA) is a comprehensive certification training and group coaching program managed under Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC. BCA offers two services: 1) Through in-depth training on coaching methodologies and practical application of tools, we enable aspiring coaches to become certified coaches capable of collaborating with others to achieve success. 2) Through our structured eight-week group coaching program, we equip individuals with the necessary tools, techniques, and mindset shift to embrace challenges, overcome adversity, and thrive in every aspect of their lives while cultivating resilience and empathy in their personal and professional lives.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Upon completing the BCA Coach Training Program, students will have the skills and knowledge to become effective, empathetic, and ethically responsible certified coaches. They will receive a certification as a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), which recognizes their proficiency in coaching.
Certified Professional Coach (CPC)
ICF Level 1 PATHWAY (70-Hours)
Live Course Dates:
FALL Cohort – October 6 – January 19, 2027
All Classes are Held Live via Zoom
Tuesdays – 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm EST
Become a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) – ICF Level 1 Pathway
Our 70-hour structured ICF Pathway certification course was designed specifically for individuals who want to meet the education and training requirements for the ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential.
The curriculum offers a blended learning approach, synchronous (real-time) virtual instructor-led sessions, and asynchronous (outside of real time) interaction such as reading, writing, journaling, and other self-paced activities.
Not only will you receive high-quality coaching certification training, you can enroll and become a member of the Buckingham Coaching Acadmey (BCA) and receive a DONE-FOR-YOU COACHING BUNDLE that includes everything you need to launch and build a 6-figure coaching business.
Certified Professional Coach (CPC) – 70-Hours of training and education:
- 40 hours of live coaching education (real-time/synchronous)
Live Training via Zoom every Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm EST
- 20 hours of coaching education (out-of-real-time/asychronous)
Homework, Independent Study: reading, writing, journaling, practice coaching and 50 Question Certification Examination.
- 10 hours of mentor coaching (7 hours in group and 3 hours one-to-one)
Mentor coaching is a collaborative process where coaches receive feedback based on observed sessions to refine their skills and style in alignment with the ICF Core Competencies.
Module 1:
COACHING FOUNDATION AND STRUCTURE
- The Coach’s Journey
- Becoming a Certified Professional Coach
- What Is Coaching? The Case for Coaching
- Introduction to ICF Coaching Competencies
- Coaching Ethics
- Differentiating Coaching from Other Helping Professions
Module 2 – THE COACHING PROCESS AND RELATIONSHIP
- The Coaching Process and Phases
- Getting Started: Consultation and First Session
- Establishing Agreements and Setting Boundaries
- Creating a Safe and Confidential Coaching Environment
- Active Listening and Empathic Responding
- Powerful Questioning
- Providing Feedback and Making Observations
Module 3 – Coaching Philosophy, Methodology, Assessments and Tools
- Developing a Coaching Philosophy
- Selecting a Coaching Methodology
- Understanding Coaching Assessments
- Selecting and Administering Coaching Tools
Module 4: Mastering The Art and Science of Coaching
- Review of Coaching Competencies and Skills
- Hands-On Practice with Coaching Scenarios
- Peer and Instructor Feedback
Module 5: The Business of Coaching:
- Define Your Coaching Services
- Building a Brand and Presence
- Marketing and Networking
- Client Acquisition and Retention
- Setting Fees and Financial Management
20 non-contact/out of real time education hours
- Homework
- Independent Study
- 50 Question Examination
CERTIFICATION:
Upon completing the BCA Coach Training Program, students will have the skills and knowledge to become effective, empathetic, and ethically responsible certified coaches. They will receive a certification as a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), which recognizes their proficiency in coaching.
ON-DEMAND NICHE CERTIFICATIONS:
- Certified Empathy, Resilience & Transformation Coach (CERTC) – Empathy and Resilience Education (8 hours), 25 question examination and certification.
- Certified Black Male Elevation Coach (CBMEC) – Empowerment and Emotional Intelligence Education (8 hours), 25 question examination and certification.
- Certified Created To Win Life Coach (CCWLC) – Empowerment and Resilience Education (8 hours), 25 question examination and certification.
- Certified Empathy-Driven Leadership Coach (CEDLC) – Empathy and Leadership Education (8 hours), 25 question examination and certification.
- Certified Marriage and Relationship Coach (CMRC) – Human Behavior and Conflict Resolution Education (8 hours), 25 question examination and certification.
Instructor – Dr. Dwayne L. Buckingham
As a life-long learner and ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with over 15 years of coaching experience and 25 years of experience as a licensed clinical psychotherapist, Dr. Buckingham have had the privilege of providing empowerment, transformational and executive coaching to hundreds of individuals and psychotherapy to over 40,000 individuals worldwide.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC (BCG), founded in 2008 by decorated veteran and philanthropist Dwayne L. Buckingham, Ph.D., LCSW-C, BCD, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides human services consulting, coaching, counseling, and training that enables individuals and organizations to find solutions in problems and produce sustainable results. Our mission is to provide clients with client-centered solutions that maximize their capacity to perform exceptionally well and exceed standards within their businesses, communities, organizations, and respective industries. We have empowered and transformed the lives of over 40,000 individuals worldwide.
As a board-certified and licensed clinical psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience in delivering clinical treatment, training, coaching, and consulting with more than 40,000 persons worldwide, Dr. Buckingham uses his knowledge and expertise in human behavior and development to help clients find solutions in problems and produce sustainable results. He specializes in assisting clients to overcome adversity, hardship, and emotional distress and is committed to providing superb coaching, consulting, counseling, and organizational training.
Buckingham Coaching Academy (BCA) is a comprehensive certification training and group coaching program managed under Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC. BCA offers two services: 1) Through in-depth training on coaching methodologies and practical application of tools, we enable aspiring coaches to become certified coaches capable of collaborating with others to achieve success. 2) Through our structured eight-week group coaching program, we equip individuals with the necessary tools, techniques, and mindset shift to embrace challenges, overcome adversity, and thrive in every aspect of their lives while cultivating resilience and empathy in their personal and professional lives.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Upon completing the BCA Coach Training Program, students will have the skills and knowledge to become effective, empathetic, and ethically responsible certified coaches. They will receive a certification as a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), which recognizes their proficiency in coaching.
Upcoming Events
When Politics Turn Deadly: Navigating Division, Healing Grief and Driving Change
This program meets the annual CE ANTI-RACISM and ANTI-DISCRIMINATION license requirement adopted by the Board of Registration and Social Workers.
3 CATEGORY I CEUs
Tuesday, January 19, 2025 (Zoom Live)
9:00 am – 12:15 pm EST
FREE Registration: $0.00 (no CE Credits awarded)
Upgrade Registration: $45.00 (3 Category I CE available)
**Minimum 15 participants – if there are less than 15 participants the workshop will be rescheduled. Refunds are available.
Buckingham Consulting Group., #1981, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 03/31/2025 – 03/31/ 2026. Social workers completing this course receive 3.0 Clinical continuing education credits.
Webinar Synopsis:
When Politics Turn Deadly is a live, 3-hour training that equips social workers, educators, community leaders, and advocates to respond to grief, fear, and polarization with anti-racist, culturally humble practice, anchored in the current landscape surrounding the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the surge in threats, rumor storms, and racialized narratives; the session blends grief-informed micro-interventions, bias-interruption scripts, and de-escalation tools for schools, campuses (including HBCUs), faith groups, and civic spaces. Participants leave with a 30-day action plan connecting individual care to systems-level change through partnerships, media literacy, and policy engagement.
At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
1. Examine how political rhetoric, racial division, and media narratives surrounding deaths like Charlie Kirk’s intensify grief and community polarization.
2. Identify structural racism in polarized contexts
3. Apply anti-oppressive, anti-racist social work practices to support grieving and divided communities.
4. Develop concrete coping strategies for professionals and communities navigating grief and political hostility.
5. Create actionable plans to transform grief into advocacy for racial justice and systemic change.
(FREE) Created To Win, Conditioned To Lose Workshop
FREE workshop and panel discussion with Dr. Dwayne Buckingham and BME Certified Professional Coaches.
Date and Time: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 – 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm EST
Location: Live via Zoom
Workshop Description:
Join the Empathy and Resilience Doctor and award-winning author Dr. Dwayne Buckingham as he draws from over 25 years of experience as a clinical psychotherapist and certified coach to help you break free from limiting beliefs and societal conditioning to unleash your innate potential for success.
The goal of this workshop is to arm participants with the necessary tools, knowledge, and inspiration to defy the odds by overcoming self-limiting beliefs and reshaping their narratives, ignite their greatness by looking within, and achieve success by breaking through barriers of self-doubt, societal stereotypes, and life challenges that impede progress and success.
Learning Objectives:
1. Differentiate between being Created to Win and Conditioned to Lose
2. Identify and acknowledge your unique strengths and the societal conditioning that may have dimmed your natural winning spirit.
3. Explore how to Unleash Your Inner Winner.
4. Define Limiting Beliefs and learn how to break through them to Defy the Odds
5. Look within to Ignite Your Greatness
6. Identify practical steps for Achieving Success
As you engage with Dr. Buckingham and other like-minded individuals during this powerful workshop, Created To Win, Conditioned To Lose, Dr. Buckingham will empower you to embrace a straightforward fact: you were Created To Win!
Speaker: Clinical Psychotherapist, Certified Professional Coach and Award-Winning Author, Dr. Dwayne Buckingham
Who Should Attend:
- Young Kids: 9-12
- Youth: 12-18
- Young adults: 18 -25
- Adults: 25 and over
**Please note: Parents must attend the workshop and remain with their children during the entire event.
***VISIT OUR STORE AND PURCHASE YOUR BOOK – No product will be sold on-site at the Laurel Library!
6-WeeK You Deserve More (YDM) Women’s Empowerment Group Coaching
March 19 – April 23, 2026
Every Thursday, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST
LIVE ON ZOOM
COST: $390.00
Group Overview:
Welcome to “You Deserve More,” a 6-week coaching journey designed exclusively for women ready to elevate their lives. This transformative empowerment group is dedicated to fostering personal growth, happiness, love, and prosperity in a supportive and nurturing environment. Over the course of eight weeks, you will embark on a powerful journey of self-discovery, connection, and empowerment.
Our group coaching curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to guide you through various aspects of personal development and empowerment. From discovering your inner strength and self-worth to mastering the art of setting healthy boundaries, each week unfolds new lessons and opportunities for growth. You’ll learn to cultivate happiness from within, attract and nurture love, overcome limiting beliefs, and step into your financial power. Through a blend of engaging group discussions, reflective journaling, and homework assignments, you’ll gain invaluable insights and tools to transform your life. Our group coaching program also emphasizes the power of community and networking, offering you the chance to connect with like-minded women who share your journey towards empowerment.
Whether you’re looking to make significant changes in your personal life, enhance your relationships, or achieve financial independence, “You Deserve More” is here to support you every step of the way.
6-Week YDM Group Coaching
You Deserve More Women’s Empowerment Group Coaching involves guiding participants through a carefully structured coaching journey of self-discovery, skill-building, and personal transformation. Each 1-hour session combines theory, practical exercises, and group discussions to empower participants to achieve their goals.
Dr. Buckingham facilitates group sessions and pulls from over 25 years of mental health and coaching experience to guide women through transformative experiences that enhance their lives in terms of happiness, love, and prosperity. The group sessions are designed to empower women through insightful discussions, practical exercises, and reflective tasks.
Session 1: Discovering You and Setting the Stage for Transformation
Session 2: Cultivating Self-Love and Creating More Happiness
Session 3: Mastering Your Emotions for Better Relationships
Session 4: Attracting Love and Nurturing Relationships
Session 5: Overcoming Barriers to Happiness and Love
Session 6: Financial Empowerment for Prosperity
Supplementary Materials and Tasks:
• Weekly reading assignments from Looking Inward and Outward, Created To Win, Conditioned to Lose, You Deserve More and other books.
• Access to Facebook group for sharing insights, progress, and challenges.
• Bi-weekly one-on-one coaching sessions to personalize the journey and tackle individual challenges.
This coaching curriculum is designed to be both inspirational and practical, ensuring that participants not only feel empowered but also equipped with the tools and strategies needed to create lasting changes in their lives. Each week builds on the last, fostering a supportive community that encourages growth, vulnerability, and transformation. Dr. Buckingham combines psychology and education to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your mind-set (psyche) to create more happiness, get more love and generate more prosperity. Group discussions will focus on mental and emotional shifting and behavioral change.
Each group is limited to 10 members and will meet for 1 hour on-line on Thursday of each week from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
(DATE: March 19 , 2026 – April 23, 2026)
- Discount on One-to-One Coaching with Dr. Buckingham
- 2 Discounted tickets for the annual You Deserve More Women’s Empowerment Conference
WHO THIS IS FOR:
- Single Women (Not in a relationship)
- Single Women (dating)
- Married Women
WHAT YOU’LL INVEST
$390 – PAID IN FULL and earn 1- FREE one-to-one coaching session with Dr. Buckingham valued at $170
Black Male Elevation (BME) – Group Sessions
March 31, 2026 – First GROUP session
Black Male Elevation (BME) is an empowerment group coaching program that was created by Dr. Dwayne Buckingham to provide black males with a safe space where they can demonstrate vulnerability and enhance thier emotional intelligence while discussing emotional, mental, spiritual, relationship, health, and financial challenges.
At its heart, BME group coaching is all about helping Black males take action, make healthy decisions, and engage in self-discovery within a group setting. Our coaches encourage exploratory learning through listening, asking questions, designing action plans, and providing accountability.
The group coach emphasizes the importance of learning self-control, accountability, and empowerment. Providing empowerment coaching to black males will enable them to communicate more effectively, and achieve success in every life endeavor.
MISSION:
To elevate black males through empowerment coaching that enhances and strengthens their emotional intelligence, mental wellness, spiritual growth, financial independence, relationship maturity and physical health.
BME APPROACH:
Through our 2-month/ 8 week empowerment coaching curriculum you will receive weekly 1-hour group coaching and training by Dr. Dwayne Buckingham and other certified BME coaches.
Curriculum topics include emotional intelligence, self-discovery, resilience building, trauma and oppression, healing, empathy development, manhood, fatherhood, relationship nurturing, entrepreneurship, legacy and wealth building, and conflict management.
Who Is This Group Coaching Program For?
- Youth – ages 8 to 12
- Teenagers – ages 13 – 18
- Men – ages 25 and over
Early Enrollment – February 24, 2026 thru March 10, 2026. Elevate your emotional, mental, financial, relationship and physical well-being and learn how to use your innate powers and gifts to build yourself, your relationships and community with a group of 12 like-minded individuals.
Retreats and Excursions
DUBAI 2026 (SOLD OUT)
Exploration, Empowerment & Connection
Join Dr. Dwayne Buckingham in breathtaking Dubai for a life-changing journey of exploration, empowerment, and connection!
Whether you’re seeking personal growth, cultural adventure, or meaningful relationships, this is your chance to discover purpose and possibility in one of the world’s most inspiring cities.
The trip consists of 6-nights and 7-days of exciting and entertaining guided excursions.
Day 1: Arrive in Dubai – Friday, March 6, 2026
Day 2: Free Time, Global Village and Miracle Garden – Saturday, March 7, 2026
Day 3: Dubai City – A Journey Through the Heart of Old & New Dubai – Sunday, March 8, 2026
Day 4: Desert Safari with Entertainment and BBQ Dinner – Monday, March 9, 2026
Day 5: Full Day Abu Dhabi City Tour – Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Day 6: Dubai Creek Dhow Dinner Cruise – Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Day 7: Leisure Day – Wednesday, March 12, 2026
Hotel Check-out: 10:30 pm Depart Dubai – 3:25 am
To block land arrangements only, an individual non-refundable payment of USD $278.00 and is due upon registration.
If you would like to set up a payment plan, please send an email to info@buckinghamcgroup.com
Total Retreat Cost: $2,502.00
The group rate is based on 10 or more adults traveling to Dubai. Therefore, no refunds will be given after the initial payment.
The trip consists of 6-nights and 7-days of exciting and entertaining guided excursions.
Send an email to info@buckinghamcgroup.com to receive additional information about the Dubai retreat for March 5 – March 11, 2026.
The 1st Annual
Black Male Elevation (BME)
Retreat in Jamaica
The BME International Retreat in Jamaica is an annual tour that is designed to provide Black males with an opportunity to tour Jamaica and socialize with other like-minded individuals while connecting with Dr. Buckingham to enhance and strengthen your emotional well-being, spiritual growth, mental wellness, financial literacy, relationship management, and physical health.
The 1st Annual BME International Retreat is scheduled for May 8 – 13 , 2026
The trip consists of 6-days and 5-nights of exciting and entertaining guided excursions.
This is the tentative schedule:
Fly into City – Montego Bay
Hotel All Inclusive Options: –
1. Iberostar Waves Rose Hall
2. Hotel Riu Montego Bay (Adults Only)
Excursions
1. Blue Hole, Secret Falls, & Dunn’s River Fall
2. Bob Marley Museum
3 Luminous Lagoon Tour
4. Hip Strip
5. Devon House
6. Appleton Estate Rum Tour
7. Reggae Catamaran and Snorkeling Open Bar Cruise
8. Clubville – Nightlife Experience
Estimated Cost: $2,000.00 – $2,500.00
Send an email to info@drbuckingham.com to for additional information.
