Become a Coach!

Develop professional coaching skills on-demand in a physician community.

Earn 12.00 CME credits for participating.

ICF LEVEL 1 Accredited Provider

Physician Coach Training is a Level 1 coach training program accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

Earn 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM

Amedco LLC designates this material for a maximum of 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM for physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Embody a Coaching Mindset

Physician Coach Training teaches professional coaching principles and includes LIVE virtual coaching practice with colleagues. The coaching mindset focuses on the client and growth within a peak performance model.

Here are three reasons to attend Physician Coach Training:

Strengthen peer support
Enhance leadership traits
Start a side business

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Physician Coach Training Structure

Physician Coach Training is structured in (8) eight, 7.5 hour modules. In each module, participants engage in a deliberate practice cycle of learning, reflection, and practice to develop their skill set.

Independent Study

Coaching articles, publications, and videos introduce module skills.

Skills Videos

Coaching videos teach skills from the independent study.

Practice Coaching

Apply what you learned during LIVE practice coaching sessions.

Physician Coach Training Objectives

Objective 1: Coach peers to maximize their personal and professional potential in a way that’s consistent with their values and beliefs.

Objective 2: Apply recognized coaching ethics and standards of professionalism in client-focused coaching relationships.

Objective 3: Partner with clients to create mutual understanding of the coaching process, individual sessions, & long-term goals for the coaching relationship.

Objective 4: Build trust and rapport with clients to maximize the benefit of the coaching relationship.

Objective 5: Create a safe, supportive environment where sharing confidential information openly and honestly supercharges client potential.

Objective 6: Practice active listening, powerful questions, paraphrasing, and other coaching core competencies to raise client awareness, generate insight, and brainstorm new ideas.

Objective 7: Partner with clients in a coaching relationship to transform insight and awareness into moving forward action steps.

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Physician Coach Training Modules

Physician Coach Training is 60 hours of Level 1 ICF-accredited content organized in eight, 7.5 hour modules of self-paced, on-demand education and LIVE practice coaching with colleagues. In each module, participants engage in a deliberate practice cycle to develop their skill set.

Module 1: The Art of Coaching: Passion for Performance Improvement

Description

In Module 1, you will learn the fundamentals of physician coaching. We will explain what coaching is, how it differs from other support professions, and offer tips for creating coaching relationships with clients. Additionally, we will cover standards of practice and ethics of coaching.

Objectives

Describe the importance of coaching ethics, standards of practice, such as maintaining confidentiality with client information per stakeholder agreements and pertinent laws.
Explain what coaching is, is not, and describe the coaching process.
Distinguish between coaching, consulting, counseling, and other support professions, and refers to other professionals when appropriate.
Partner with clients to create a coaching relationship and process, which leverages one’s inner passions and purpose to create goals and strategies to bring extraordinary and sustainable results.

Module Agenda

Independent Study

Reading #1
Reading #2
Video #1

On-Demand Video Review

What is Coaching – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Why High Performers Use Coaching – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
How To Be Coached – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Passion for Performance Improvement – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 2: A Coaching Mindset and Deliberate PRACTICE

Description

In module 2, you will learn the importance of a coaching mindset. We will discuss how to develop and maintain a flexible coaching mindset, as well as the importance of understanding the influence of context and culture on learning. Additionally, we will talk about how to utilize outside resources to enhance your coaching skills over time.

Objectives

Acknowledge that clients are responsible for their own choices and actions.
Describe a coaching mindset that is:

Open, curious, flexible, and client-centered.
Models ongoing personal and professional development.
Reflective to enhance one’s coaching.
Self-aware and intuitive to benefit clients.
Emotionally aware and regulated.

Develop and maintain a coaching mindset.
Identify the influence of context and culture on learning.
Explore outside resources to enhance coaching.

Live Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading # 1
Video Review #1
Video Review #2

On-Demand Video Presentations:

Developing a Coaching Mindset – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Be Open, Curious, Adaptable and Client-Centered – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Deliberate PRACTICE – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 3: Cultivating Trust and Developing the Coaching Partnership

Description

A safe supportive environment is the foundation of any successful coaching relationship. We explore the relationship from determining coach-client compatibility to creating the agreement to co-creating the relationship while aligning with client experiences, values and beliefs. Expect to discuss and practice many coaching skills for developing rapport, mutual respect and cultivating trust within the coaching relationship.

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 4: Establishing Coaching Goals, Rhythm, and Presence

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 5: Active Listening and Raising Awareness

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 6: Inspiring Action, Establishing Accountability, and Accelerating Growth

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 7: The Business of Coaching

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 8: Putting It All Together: Moving Forward

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 1: The Art of Coaching: Passion for Performance Improvement

Description

Objectives

Describe the importance of coaching ethics, standards of practice, such as maintaining confidentiality with client information per stakeholder agreements and pertinent laws.
Explain what coaching is, is not, and describe the coaching process.
Distinguish between coaching, consulting, counseling, and other support professions, and refers to other professionals when appropriate.
Partner with clients to create a coaching relationship and process, which leverages one’s inner passions and purpose to create goals and strategies to bring extraordinary and sustainable results.

Module Agenda

Independent Study

Reading #1
Reading #2
Video #1

On-Demand Video Review

What is Coaching – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Why High Performers Use Coaching – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
How To Be Coached – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Passion for Performance Improvement – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 2: A Coaching Mindset and Deliberate PRACTICE

Description

Objectives

Acknowledge that clients are responsible for their own choices and actions.
Describe a coaching mindset that is:

Open, curious, flexible, and client-centered.
Models ongoing personal and professional development.
Reflective to enhance one’s coaching.
Self-aware and intuitive to benefit clients.
Emotionally aware and regulated.

Develop and maintain a coaching mindset.
Identify the influence of context and culture on learning.
Explore outside resources to enhance coaching.

Live Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading # 1
Video Review #1
Video Review #2

On-Demand Video Presentations:

Developing a Coaching Mindset – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Be Open, Curious, Adaptable and Client-Centered – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Deliberate PRACTICE – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 3: Cultivating Trust and Developing the Coaching Partnership

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 4: Establishing Coaching Goals, Rhythm, and Presence

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 5: Active Listening and Raising Awareness

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 6: Inspiring Action, Establishing Accountability, and Accelerating Growth

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 7: The Business of Coaching

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

Module 8: Putting It All Together: Moving Forward

Description

Objectives

Partner with clients to understand and adapt to their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs, to use language respectful to them and all relevant stakeholders, and to consistently apply coaching ethics and standards.
Partner with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to freely share feelings, perceptions, vulnerabilities, concerns, beliefs and insights in order to build a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
Acknowledge and respect the client’s unique talents, learning style, insights and work in the coaching process
Demonstrate support, healthy empathy, and concern while maintaining detached involvement and objectivity.
Demonstrate openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client.
Partner with clients and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals overall and with each session.

Agenda

Independent Study:

Reading #1
Reading #2
Reading #3

On-Demand Video Presentations:

The Coaching Partnership – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Developing Trust and Building Rapport – Jeffrey M. Smith, MD, FACS, CPC
Managing Emotions in Coaching – Terri Malcom, MD, CPE, ACC

Practice Coaching with Feedback

What Graduates Say

Graduates of Physician Coach Training coach peers to their best practice.

"I enjoy supporting my physician clients."

Carla Smith, MD

SurgeonMasters Physician Coach

"I am doing more coaching than consulting with my clients."

Steven E Swanson, MD, MBA

Owner at 3Pines MD Strategies

"I am using coaching skills with my teams."

Thai Trinh, MD

Professional Development

Become a Coach

Physician Coach Training

$4,995

60 Hours of On-Demand & Live Training

On-Demand Independent Study
On-Demand Skills Training
LIVE Practice Coaching
7+ Hours of Group Mentor Coaching
Written and Verbal Feedback
Coach Training Certificate
Physician Coaching Community

Physician Coach Training

$7,995

60 Hours of On-Demand & Live Training + Mentor Coaching

On-Demand Independent Study
On-Demand Skills Training
LIVE Practice Coaching
3 hours of 1-on-1 Mentor Coaching
7+ Hours of Group Mentor Coaching
Written and Verbal Feedback
Coach Training Certificate
Level 1 ICF Training Certificate
Physician Coaching Community

Mentor Coaching

$4,000

ICF Approved

3 hours of 1-on-1 Mentor Coaching
7+ Hours of Group Mentor Coaching
Written and Verbal Feedback
Practice Coaching with Colleagues
ICF Credentialing Preparation
Coaching Resources and Support

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Important Policies

Payment/Fees Policy

Complaint/Grievance Policy

Partial Completion Policy

Ethics, Integrity, Transparency

Schedule and Delivery Method

Disability/DEIJ statement/Discrimination

Disability:

General Disability Policy SurgeonMasters supports individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing disabled individuals access to reasonable accommodations. In addition, SurgeonMasters prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and ensures equal opportunity for all qualified individuals with disabilities. SurgeonMasters is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in compliance with all local, state/territory, and federal laws. Individuals with questions about this policy, or who wish to request accommodation should contact the SurgeonMasters Team ([email protected]).

Able to accommodate learning disability:

Our goal is to create an inclusive learning environment which meets the needs of each individual student. We will always do our best to accommodate a variety of learning disabilities to make our program more accessible. Please contact the SurgeonMasters Team ([email protected]) before enrolling to determine if your needs can be met.

DEIJ Statement:

The ICF Global Board of Directors approved the ICF Statement of Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Justice in July 2020. Staff and volunteer leaders from ICF’s six family organizations subsequently cosigned the statement. SurgeonMasters approves and promotes the ICF Statement of Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Justice.

“We will place diversity, inclusion, belonging and justice at the forefront of every decision we make within our Association. As we continue the journey toward our vision, we will recommit ourselves to valuing the unique talents, insights and experiences that every coach and client brings to the world.”

Non-Discrimination Policy:

It is the policy of SurgeonMasters that:

Recruitment and hiring of all personnel is conducted without discrimination against any individual with regard to race, age, religion, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
All staff and personnel will not discriminate against any employee or participant because of race, age, religion, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
All individuals are welcome to participate regardless of race, age, religion, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
All employees, students, and other participants should be able to enjoy an environment free of discrimination and harassment. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination or harassment in the areas of race, age, religion, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or veteran status. SurgeonMasters does not and will not tolerate conduct by any employee, student, volunteer, contractor, visitor, or vendor which unreasonably interferes with an individual’s ability to learn in a welcoming environment.

Participants who wish to report discrimination are encouraged to follow the grievance policy outlined listed here on the training website. SurgeonMasters is committed to promptly investigate all claims and reports of inappropriate conduct.

Participation Policy

Success in Physician Coach Training requires full commitment by all participants. By enrolling in this course, participants agree to be fully present during all sessions and participate to the best of their ability. This includes being present in training, abiding by the code of conduct, and engaging thoughtfully in training activities.

Attendance:
In order to provide you with the minimum required training hours for certification, it is important that you complete all of the required components. If you have an emergency or become ill and are not able to complete training, please contact your instructor and SurgeonMasters representative immediately. You will be expected to complete all training materials to graduate.

Course Engagement:
Physician Coach Training is designed to be interactive and engaging for our participants. It is therefore an expectation that you participate in course activities, including dialogue with the course instructor and peers, mock coaching activities, and experiential learning exercises. If you are unable to participate in an activity, please inform your instructor as soon as possible. Please refer to the code of conduct for additional details.

Code of Conduct:
Participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner during all sessions. This includes, but is not limited to:

Arriving on time to all sessions.
Attending all live sessions and mentor coaching sessions.
Having your camera on for virtual live sessions.
Participating fully in all sessions and mentor coaching sessions. This includes being prepared for the session, involving yourself in discussions and activities, assuming responsibility for your learning, and contributing to the learning of others.
Engaging in discussions with integrity and honesty.
Being respectful of your fellow participants and instructors, including silencing your cell phone, not texting, and other disruptive behaviors.
Embracing diversity and inclusion while respecting the dignity and humanity of others.

Illness Policy

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ICF LEVEL 1 Accredited Provider

Earn 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM

Embody a Coaching Mindset

Physician Coach Training Trial Module

Register for FREE! Experience Physician Coach Training.

Physician Coach Training Structure

Independent Study

Skills Videos

Practice Coaching

Physician Coach Training Objectives

Do you have questions?

Physician Coach Training Modules

What Graduates Say

Carla Smith, MD

Steven E Swanson, MD, MBA

Thai Trinh, MD

Become a Coach

Physician Coach Training

$4,995

Physician Coach Training

$7,995

Mentor Coaching

$4,000

Do you have a question?

Important Policies

Payment/Fees Policy

Complaint/Grievance Policy

Partial Completion Policy

Ethics, Integrity, Transparency

Schedule and Delivery Method

Disability/DEIJ statement/Discrimination

Participation Policy

Illness Policy

Languages

Connect with us

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Earn 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM