On this page, we have tried to gather the answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding Sofia Manning's Coach training programme.

If you have any unanswered questions, you are always welcome to contact us.

You can call us on +45 40 50 00 90 90 or send an email to info@sofiamanning.dk

Q: How much does the programme cost?

A: DKK 42,495 excluding VAT. It is possible to pay in instalments. Read more about your options right here.

Q: Can I get a grant for the programme or get it tax-free?

A: The Gross Salary option, Salary Reorganisation or Flexible Salary Package refers to the possibility for an employee to have a benefit or product paid for by their workplace above their gross salary. This means that your company pays for the training and (partially) deducts VAT. The price is deducted from your gross salary over a year, for example, and you save tax.

Please note that this is general information about the possibilities. For exact information about the conditions, we suggest that you contact SKAT on tel. +45 72 22 18 18 18 and, of course, talk to your employer.

Q: When will the lessons take place?

A: Lessons take place between 9.00-17.00. This applies to all our weekend and weekday lessons, live as well as online ( Exception for weekend lessons: Feedback days are from 17:30-21:00).

Q: Where will the lessons take place?

A: Lessons will take place online over Zoom.

Q: Why choose Sofia Manning's Coach training programme?

A: Sofia Manning's coach training programme is Denmark's first, oldest and most experienced coach training programme. With us, you get an internationally recognised education at the highest level. The foundation is Sofia Manning's coaching method, The 6 Steps, which is widely recognised as the classic form of coaching in Denmark. The programme has some of the country's most skilled and experienced teachers, and it is carefully designed to provide you with maximum support on your educational journey - both personally and professionally. You'll be assigned a coach trainer from the start of the programme, you'll have mentoring sessions with PCC-certified coaches, and there are 6 supervised feedback sessions to ensure you receive the highest level of professional training. In addition to a thick training manual, you also get a customised online course with Sofia Manning for extra support, insight and knowledge. We organise regular intro events (both online and live) where you can meet us, gain inspiring knowledge about the coaching profession and get your questions answered.

Q: How do you prepare for the programme?

A: It's a good idea, but not a requirement, to have read the book COACHING by Sofia.

Q: How much time should I expect to spend between modules on exercises?

A: There is no homework from module to module, but we recommend that you practise coaching as much as you can between modules - at least five times.

In addition, it is important that you set aside time in your calendar from the start to follow the mandatory online course with Sofia Manning, which you get access to when you purchase the programme. The online programme is built around 5 modules, just like the live training (whether you follow our physical or online coach training programme). We recommend that you follow the online programme alongside your live training, module by module.

Q: How do I practise? - Do I have to find test clients myself?

A: We recommend that you have a minimum of 5 practice coaching sessions between each module so that you leave the programme with as much training as possible. We do not recommend that you practise on your own friends and family members. However, you are welcome to practice with each other within the class - and we have good experience with our students "lending" interested friends, boyfriends, colleagues, etc. as practice clients for their fellow students.

Q: Do I have to choose whether I want to be trained as a Life or Business Coach?

A: If you've come across coaches calling themselves either Life Coach or Business Coach from Sofia Manning, it's because we used to offer the two specialities separately. Today, however, both specialities are an integral part of your training, so you learn both life and business coaching. Your title after completing the programme is today: Sofia Manning Coach.

Q: Is the team of teachers the same throughout the programme?

A: Yes, it's the same team that delivers the training at all locations. Meet them here.

Q: What are the respective backgrounds of my fellow students?

A: At Sofia Manning, we have a diverse and inclusive learning environment. You will meet students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and you will sit side by side, young and old, skilled and unskilled, sports star, therapist, craftsman, and executive - whether you are self-employed, from the private sector or the public sector. We don't discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, physical ability, disability, political beliefs, ethnicity, family status or religious beliefs. In other words, we are not for a specific niche, but for anyone who wants to learn the craft of coaching.

Q: How does Sofia Manning accommodate students with disabilities or impairments?

A: If you suffer from a disability or have some form of impairment, we encourage you to have an individual conversation about any needs and a dialogue about the extent to which we can accommodate you. Where deemed necessary, the student will be sent material in the desired format prior to each module. For physical teaching, a special seat will be reserved as needed, and the student will also be assigned a coach trainer to meet any needs.

Q: How does the exam work?

A: The certification is oral and takes place online. The oral certification consists of a coaching session where you coach a fellow student in front of an ICF-approved mentor with PCC status. The session lasts 40 minutes, after which you receive feedback.

Your Sofia Manning Coach certificate will state that the programme is ACTP-approved by the ICF (International Coach Federation).

Q: How does Sofia Manning support me after completing the programme?

A: Sofia Manning has developed an online programme designed to support you while you are on the programme. You will have access to this online programme for 2 years after graduation. Module 4 focuses on how you, as a coach, can go above and beyond. Here you will get good advice and guidance on how to best get started as a coach. Your manual also includes several templates that you can use as a starting point in your work as a coach.


After completing the programme, we invite you to join our closed Facebook group: Sofia Manning Coach Connect. A group for sparring and networking for all our trained coaches. You will also have the opportunity to receive our newsletter, which is specifically targeted at our certified coaches.

As a Sofia Manning Coach, you also have the opportunity to apply to be part of our coach trainer internship programme. In addition, we offer the opportunity for further education in the form of our Master Coach Programme, Master Specialisations, Masterclasses and Mastertalks.

Q: Does Sofia Manning offer credit for partial completion of the programme?

A: No, at this time we are not able to offer credit for partial completion of the programme. You must complete the entire programme. Questions about this can be directed to Helle Reimer-Hansen at info@sofiamanning.dk.

Q: My boss is considering to fund my training programme - what are my arguments?

A: Many companies will benefit from the competences you gain as a coach, regardless of whether you are an employee, have a middle management position or direct management responsibility. As a trained Sofia Manning Coach, you will acquire a number of competences that are highly valued by most employers:

1. Good interpersonal skills: You gain insight into the human psyche, motivation and drive

2: Skilled team player: You learn how to spot and utilise human potential, talents and resources to reach your goals faster

3. Invaluable sparring partner: You'll be worth your weight in gold to your manager and colleagues because you can ask questions, recognise opportunities and open up new perspectives

4. Happy employee: Your boss will probably notice that you have a greater zest for life because you gain new knowledge and get to know yourself better

5. Increased efficiency: You'll be more efficient as you learn to better utilise your time and energy resources

6. Less risk of stress: You become better at (timely) speaking up or asking for help with tasks so you don't burn out

7. Internal coach: Your manager gets an internal coach who can help increase employee well-being, happiness and efficiency

Q: How does payment, terms and conditions and cancellation work?

A: Payment is made in the shop or via invoicing. For invoicing, you must contact us at the office to enrol in one of our programmes. Contact us by phone on +45 40 50 00 90 90 or send us an email at info@sofiamanning.dk

The training fee is normally paid in two instalments. The first instalment must be received by Sofia Manning ApS no later than 3 weeks after registration. The second instalment must be received by Sofia Manning ApS no later than 5 weeks before the event.

You also have the option of paying the training fee in 4 instalments; this costs DKK 1000 excl. VAT in administration fees if you want the office to send you the instalment statements as an invoice. You can save the administration fee by purchasing the coach education by instalment payment in the shop HERE.

Cancellation must be made in writing to Sofia Manning, Godthåbsvej 6a, 2000 Frederiksberg or by email info@sofiamanning.dk. In case of cancellation, a fee of 15% of the training fee will be charged. Cancellations less than 1 month before the event will be charged 50% of the fee. No refund will be given for cancellations less than 14 days before the event.

Exchange of modules: In case of illness or similar, you have the option to postpone your participation and take the corresponding module in the next online version of the coach training programme. We charge an administration fee of DKK 500 excl. VAT for module transfers. Please contact the office on tel. +45 40 50 00 90 about this.

Force majeure: In the event of force majeure, we reserve the right to move all courses, in whole or in part, without notice, from physical to online delivery. As far as possible, the courses will be organised within the originally agreed time frames. For private customers, this does not entail a separate right of cancellation, i.e. beyond the 14 days from the time of purchase in accordance with the Consumer Contracts Act. Force majeure is defined here as war, epidemics and pandemics, civil war, rebellion, government restrictions, import or export bans, natural disasters, including but not limited to earthquakes, storm surges, extensive flooding and widespread labour disputes, fire or the like, which should not or could not have been foreseen by us at the time of sale of the course in question.