Cohort-based INCCP vs Self-Paced Specialty Programs

Overview

INCA offers multiple educational pathways to support nurses at different stages of their professional journey. While these programs differ in format and focus, they are intentionally designed to work together. The Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program (INCCP) is INCA’s flagship program and provides the foundational framework that informs all other INCA offerings. Our self-paced specialty programs build upon, complement, or deepen specific areas of this work. You are not required to complete INCCP before taking a specialty program. However, many nurses choose to begin with INCCP to establish a strong integrative nurse coaching foundation before layering in specialty training. The Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program (INCCP) INCCP is a comprehensive, cohort-based program that teaches the core framework, principles, and competencies of integrative nurse coaching. It is designed to support nurses seeking a whole-person, evidence-informed approach that can be applied across clinical practice, leadership, education, and private practice. Key features of INCCP include: A structured, cohort-based learning experience with defined start and end dates Live faculty-led sessions and interactive group learning Peer coaching and supervised practicum experiences Progression through Foundations, Practicum, and Level 3 content Preparation aligned with board certification eligibility for nurse coaches INCCP establishes the shared language, coaching framework, and professional identity that underpin INCA’s approach to nurse coaching and integrative practice. Learn more about INCCP here: https://inursecoach.com/course/integrative-nurse-coach/ Self-Paced Specialty Programs INCA’s self-paced specialty programs allow nurses to explore specific modalities, focus areas, or applications of integrative nurse coaching. These programs are designed for flexibility and depth in a particular topic. Specialty programs can be taken: As a stand-alone learning experience Alongside INCCP (when appropriate) After completing INCCP to expand or specialize your skill set Current self-paced specialty programs include: Functional Nursing Lifestyle Nursing Homeopathy for Nurses Mindfulness Meditation and Stillness Practices for Nurses End of Life Coaching for Nurses Business of Nurse Coaching CannyNurse® Certificate Program Nursing Pathways in Psychedelics Specialty programs are self-paced and include one year of access, allowing learners to move through the content according to their own schedule. How the Programs Work Together INCCP provides the overarching framework for integrative nurse coaching, while specialty programs allow nurses to apply that framework within specific contexts or modalities. Some nurses begin with INCCP to establish a strong foundation. Others start with a specialty program based on immediate interests or professional needs and later enroll in INCCP. Both pathways are valid and supported. The right starting point depends on your goals, experience, and how you plan to use nurse coaching in your work. Choosing the Right Path If you are looking for a comprehensive nurse coaching framework, structured learning, and a cohort-based experience, INCCP is likely the best place to begin. If you are seeking focused education in a specific area, prefer self-paced learning, or want to deepen skills in a particular modality, a specialty program may be a great fit. You can explore all available programs here: https://inursecoach.com/programs/ If you would like help deciding which path aligns best with your goals, please submit an Admissions ticket: https://support.inursecoach.com/portal/en/newticket