“Highly recommend this course! Even just for helping to support your own kids if not wanting to be a mentor to other kids!”
Claire BednallAdvanced Practitioner · Level 2
Expand your toolkit for the complex challenges young people face today.
Advanced strategies and reflective practice for experienced coaches and practitioners ready to deepen their confidence and impact.
Format6 weeks
Session length2 hours weekly
Planned intakeFebruary / March 2027
Accredited professional learning
Training recognised by The CPD Standards Office.
Empowered Youth Coaching Academy is a CPD provider, number 50862, for 2025 to 2027.
Included in this course
Advanced learning with implementation support
Six live online sessions supported by resources, replay access and a practitioner community.
Course inclusions
- 6 × 2-hour online sessions
- Implementation support
- Private Facebook group
- Session replays
- Group coaching
- Certificate of completion
Bonuses · valued at $1,000
- One business mastermind online session after the course
- Youth workbook
Topics covered
Navigate complex challenges with greater confidence
We will look at a variety of topics and answer your questions as we move through the course material. There is more than what is listed below. The live sessions also provide space for energy, discussion and real-life examples.
01
Suicidal ideation
Build awareness and confidence for handling conversations about suicidal ideation within clear professional boundaries.
02
Self-harm
Develop a more informed, grounded approach to responding when self-harm is disclosed or suspected.
03
Conscious and unconscious decision-making
Explore the patterns that influence choices and how they show up in youth coaching conversations.
04
Coaching personalities and archetypes
Use personality patterns and archetypes to deepen self-awareness and tailor your approach.
05
Self-care
Strengthen reflective practice, sustainable boundaries and the habits that protect practitioner wellbeing.
06
Masculine and feminine energies
Explore masculine and feminine energies as part of a broader, integrated coaching toolkit.
Who it’s for
For practitioners ready to lead with clarity and care.
This Level 2 pathway is designed for people already supporting young people who want more nuanced frameworks, a broader toolkit and space to reflect on their practice.
- Youth coaches and mentors
- Educators and youth workers
- Practitioners with relevant foundational training
- People committed to ethical, sustainable practice
Beta investment
$1,499
Join the waitlist for the February / March 2027 intake and receive full enrolment details when they are released.
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What people say about learning with Marilou
Experiences shared by students, parents, educators and young people.
“Clear teachings were provided on how to work with youth. I feel so much more confident in how I would go about it now.”
Kim Herman“Marilou was just brilliant in this course. She is so inspiring and just says it how it is. I have learned so much and I would highly recommend this course to anyone who works with youth or has children.”
Cathy Ward“To sit in this space with Marilou and have her share her knowledge and wisdom is such a privilege. The way she can convey strategies and tips to help us integrate and assist in how we share this with our clients and families is just wonderful. The way I have been able to share this with my own family and boys has been great. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to have been in this program. Thank you for all you do and how much you share.”
Gezzell Sabina“The course was informative and Marilou provided good examples of how to use the strategies and the techniques being taught.”
Jon Curry“It has literally changed my life! It has given me a greater understanding of a child’s brain development, along with so much compassion and self-awareness.”
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Frequently asked questions
Is there ongoing support after the course ends?+
There is a private Facebook group where you can post any question relevant to the course. If you need extra coaching, Marilou offers special rates for her coaches.
Do you help me find clients?+
The aim of this course is to educate you on how to understand and coach youth in an empowered, confident way. This question can be addressed in the extra mastermind session if needed.
Is this suitable for me if I already work with youth?+
Absolutely. These topics and their implementation for optimal results with young people are not taught in mainstream courses.
I’m not a coach. Will this help me with my own children?+
Yes, absolutely! We have had coaches and parents repeat this course because of the help they received implementing their learnings with their own children.
What’s included in the course?+
Six weekly two-hour group education sessions via Zoom; a 150-page course workbook; course certificate upon completion of the training questionnaire; client contract and questionnaire; private Facebook group support; an extra two-hour mastermind session after completion; and the bonus inclusions listed above.
Does this course count towards my VIT professional development hours?+
The training aligns well with Health and Physical Education and General Capabilities outcomes, especially identity and self-awareness, emotional regulation and resilience, communication and relationships, and decision-making and goal setting.
About the founder · Marilou Coombe
Helping children harness their potential and thrive.
I am a passionate educator, coach and advocate for young people. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science and certifications in a range of transformational approaches. I bring practical, evidence based strategies together with genuine care so that each coaching experience feels useful, supportive and personal.
I moved to Australia from Lebanon when I was 10 years old and I did not speak English. I know what it feels like to adapt, rebuild your confidence and find belief in yourself. That experience is a big part of why I care so deeply about helping young people feel seen, heard and capable of thriving at school and in life.
Through Empowered Youth Coaching Academy, I train educators, youth workers and coaches in values based coaching, emotional intelligence and practical ways to build confidence. My hope is that every person I support can pass that knowledge on and create a positive ripple through their family, school or community.
When I am not teaching or creating programs, I love exploring the outdoors with my two boys, enjoying good food and appreciating life’s little moments.
I am also proud to have a growing team of facilitators joining me in schools. Each person brings their own experience and care to the work while sharing the same commitment to supporting young people.
Your next step
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