Executive Function Coach Certification
Become a board-certified professional helping students, adults, and families master the cognitive skills that transform lives
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Imagine Your Future as a Board-Certified Executive Function Coach
You wake up knowing that today, you’ll help a struggling teenager finally understand how to organize their schoolwork. You’ll teach an overwhelmed professional to manage their time without burnout. You’ll give a parent the tools to support their ADHD child with patience and confidence.
You’re not just making a living–you’re changing lives. And you’re doing it with the credibility, expertise, and professional recognition that only board certification provides.
This is what becoming an NBEFC-certified Executive Function Coach makes possible.
Why Executive Function Coaching?
Schools Are Hiring
Districts nationwide are adding executive function coaches to support neurodiverse students. Your board certification makes you the preferred candidate.
Parents Are Investing
Families pay $150-250+ per session for qualified EF coaches. Board certification justifies premium rates and builds immediate trust.
Flexible Career Path
Work in schools, start a private practice, join a clinic, or coach remotely. You decide how, when, and where you work.
Changing Lives
Help struggling students succeed in school, support overwhelmed adults in managing their lives, and give families the tools to thrive together.
Everything You Need to Become Board-Certified
$6,450 includes your complete path to professional credentialing
Your Complete Certification Package
- ✓ 150 Hours of Comprehensive Training: Master the neuroscience of executive function, assessment techniques, evidence-based coaching strategies, and professional ethics through guided online study
- ✓ 5 Full Randomized Practice Exams: Prepare thoroughly with exam simulations that mirror the actual board examination format and difficulty
- ✓ Board Examination Fee Included: No hidden costs–your exam fee is already covered in your tuition
- ✓ Professional Credential (NBEFC-C, NBEFC-E, or NBEFC-T): Earn a designation that reflects your professional background as a Coach, Educator, or Therapist
- ✓ 2 Years of Public Registry Listing: Your credential is verified through NBEFC’s searchable public registry with your unique credential ID
- ✓ Code of Ethics & Professional Standards: Operate with the guidance and protection of established professional guidelines
- ✓ 100% Online, Self-Paced: Study when it fits your schedule while maintaining your current work and commitments
- ✓ Lifetime Access to Training Materials: Return to course content anytime as you build your coaching practice
What You’ll Master
The comprehensive curriculum that prepares you for professional practice
Neuroscience Foundations
Understand how the brain develops and regulates executive functions across the lifespan, from childhood through adulthood.
Assessment & Goal Setting
Learn to assess executive function challenges, identify strengths, and create measurable, achievable coaching goals.
Evidence-Based Interventions
Master proven coaching strategies for improving planning, organization, time management, emotional regulation, and task initiation.
Working with ADHD
Specialized training in supporting clients with ADHD, including medication collaboration and managing impulsivity.
Autism & Neurodiversity
Learn neurodiversity-affirming approaches to coaching autistic individuals and those with diverse neurological profiles.
Professional Ethics
Understand boundaries, confidentiality, scope of practice, and the ethical responsibilities of board-certified coaches.
Building Your Practice
Practical guidance on starting a coaching practice, marketing your services, and establishing professional credibility.
Working with Families
Learn to engage parents, communicate progress, and create home strategies that support your clients’ growth.
The Investment That Pays for Itself
Let’s do the math on your return on investment
| Scenario | Details | Your Income |
|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Private Practice | 10 clients/week × $150/session × 40 weeks | $60,000/year |
| Full-Time Private Practice | 20 clients/week × $175/session × 45 weeks | $157,500/year |
| School-Based Position | Salaried role with benefits | $65,000-$85,000/year |
| Hybrid Model | Part-time school + private clients | $90,000-$120,000/year |
Your Certification Pays for Itself in 4-8 Weeks
At $150/session with just 10 clients per week, you’ll recover your $6,450 investment in less than 2 months. Everything after that is your return–year after year, for your entire career.
Common Questions (And Honest Answers)
We understand you might have concerns. Here’s what you need to know.
“I don’t have time for 150 hours of training.”
Neither did most of our certified coaches when they started. The program is self-paced and 100% online. Study at 5am before work, at 9pm after kids are in bed, or on Saturday mornings with coffee. Most candidates complete the program in 4-8 months while working full-time. You don’t need to quit your job or sacrifice your life–just dedicate a few focused hours each week.
“What if I fail the board exam?”
Our 5 full practice exams are designed to prepare you thoroughly. Most candidates who complete the training and practice exams pass on their first attempt. If you don’t pass, you can retake the exam–and most who do pass the second time. Plus, you’ll have lifetime access to training materials so you can review and strengthen weak areas.
“Is there really demand for EF coaches?”
ADHD diagnoses have increased 60-70%, autism diagnoses are up 300%+, and schools across the country are hiring EF coaches for the first time. Parents are investing $150-250+ per session for qualified coaches. The demand isn’t just real–it’s growing. The question isn’t whether there’s demand, it’s whether you’ll be positioned to meet it with a board certification.
“I’m not sure I can build a coaching practice.”
You don’t have to. Many board-certified coaches work as salaried employees in schools, clinics, or therapy practices. Others start part-time with just a few clients while keeping their current job. Your board certification opens multiple doors–you choose which one to walk through. And if you do want to build a private practice, your NBEFC credential gives you instant credibility that makes marketing far easier.
“$6,450 is a lot of money.”
It is. That’s the point. Board certifications cost more than certificates because they’re worth more. BCBA certification costs $25K-40K. CFP certification costs $4K-8.5K plus degree requirements. NBEFC board certification costs $6,450 total–training, exam, credential, and 2 years of registry listing included. No hidden fees. No ongoing education requirements for the first two years. Just one investment that positions you as a credentialed professional who can command premium rates and preferred hiring status.
“What if I’m not from an education or therapy background?”
Good. Some of our best coaches come from business, parenting, lived ADHD/autism experience, or career transitions. If you have empathy, strong communication skills, and a genuine desire to help people succeed, you can be an excellent EF coach. The training teaches you everything you need–no prior background required.
Is This Certification Right for You?
This program is designed for professionals who want to make a real impact
Teachers Ready for Change
Burned out from classroom teaching but not ready to leave education? EF coaching lets you help students one-on-one, set your own schedule, and earn more than you did in the classroom.
Therapists Expanding Services
OTs, SLPs, school psychologists, and mental health professionals adding EF coaching to their practice to serve neurodiverse clients more comprehensively.
Coaches Seeking Credentials
Life coaches, career coaches, and ADHD coaches who want board-level recognition to command higher rates and work with schools and organizations.
Career Changers
Professionals from any background seeking flexible, meaningful work that makes a difference. If you’re good with people and organized in your thinking, you can coach EF.
Parents Turning Experience into Profession
Parents of neurodiverse kids who’ve learned strategies firsthand and want to help other families navigate similar challenges–with professional credentials to back it up.
Anyone Seeking Flexibility
People who want to control their schedule, work from home, build multiple income streams, and create a career that adapts to their life–not the other way around.
Why Board Certification vs. Training Programs
Understand the difference before you invest
| Factor | Training Programs | NBEFC Board Certification |
|---|---|---|
| Credential Type | Certificate of Completion | Board Certification ✓ |
| How You Earn It | Attend classes | Pass competency examination ✓ |
| Professional Recognition | Training provider | National governing body ✓ |
| Public Verification | No registry | Searchable public registry ✓ |
| Code of Ethics | Optional | Required & enforceable ✓ |
| School/Employer Preference | Varies | Preferred credential ✓ |
| Rate Justification | Based on experience | Based on verified competency ✓ |
The Bottom Line
Training programs teach skills. Board certifications verify competency. When a parent or school administrator googles you, they’ll find your credential in NBEFC’s public registry with your unique ID. That’s the difference between “I took a course” and “I’m board-certified.”
Expand Your Credentials After Certification
Once you’re board-certified, add specialized coach certifications to grow your practice
ADHD Coach Certification
40 hours of advanced training in ADHD-specific strategies. Earn your Certified ADHD Coach credential. Counts toward your 40-hour professional development requirement. $1,195
Autism Coach Certification
40 hours of neurodiversity-affirming approaches for autistic clients. Earn your Certified Autism Coach credential. Counts toward your PD requirement. $1,195
Executive Leadership Coach Certification
40 hours of workplace EF coaching for professionals and organizations. Earn your Certified Executive Leadership Coach credential. Counts toward your PD requirement. $1,195
Ready to Become a Board-Certified Executive Function Coach?
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Personal Credential Pathway Assessment
Before beginning your board certification journey, many candidates choose to take the Personal Credential Pathway Assessment. This brief professional questionnaire helps the Board identify which credential pathway best fits your background, education, and career goals. Your responses allow us to tailor the board certification process to your experience, ensuring you enter the program that aligns with the type of work you do and the clients or settings you serve.
After completing the assessment, you’ll receive a personalized video presentation from the Board within minutes. Your video will outline your recommended credential pathway based on your assessment, explain how the Executive Function Training and credentialing process works, and provide your next steps for enrollment. This personalized approach ensures that every professional begins the certification journey with clarity, direction, and confidence.