Career Coach

A Career Coach helps clients to reach their career goals by providing job-related information and advice. You might discuss potential career pathways and available study options. Career Coaches might help with preparing a resume or practising interview skills. You might also help clients explore ways to progress in their current careers.

Career Coaches should have excellent personal skills. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to work with a range of different people. Career Coaches should be understanding and have good motivational abilities. You should be organised and be a good problem solver.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a career coach?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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CHC81315

Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice
Online
12 months
Unavailable
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Additional requirements may apply.
Career Coach Career Counsellor Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Career Coach Career Counsellor Talent Acquisition Specialist
11144NAT

Diploma of Leadership Coaching and Mentoring
Online
12 months
$15,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Career Coach Learning Consultant Career Advisor
Employment Consultant Leadership Coach Learning and Development Manager Organisational Development Consultant
+ 4 more
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Career Coach Learning Consultant Career Advisor Employment Consultant Leadership Coach Learning and Development Manager Organisational Development Consultant + 4 more
10857NAT

Certificate IV in Business and Personal Coaching
Online
4 months
$10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Career Coach
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Career Coach
CHC41215

Certificate IV in Career Development
Blended, Online
12 - 18 months
$0 - $3,360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Career Coach Learning Consultant Career Advisor
Employment Consultant
+ 1 more
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Additional requirements may apply.
Career Coach Learning Consultant Career Advisor Employment Consultant + 1 more
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Common questions

How much does a Career Coach earn?

In Australia, a full time Career Coach generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Career Coach?

The number of people working in this industry has increased in recent years. There are currently 2,100 people employed as a Career Coach in Australia compared to 1,700 five years ago. Career Coaches may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Career Coach?

A Certificate IV in Career Development is an excellent qualification if you’re planning to become a Career Coach. You’ll gain the skills to help clients make decisions about their career and study options. The course also looks at conducting career guidance interviews and supporting people through a career transition. You could also consider a Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice or a Certificate IV in Business and Personal Coaching.

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Further reading

How to start a career in counselling

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