Master a research-based model that strengthens how leaders think, act, and influence.
The Six Domains of Leadership® Model, developed at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business by professors Sim Sitkin and Allan Lind, provides coaches and leadership professionals with a scientifically grounded framework for developing leadership at every level. This certification equips you with the tools, methodology, and credentials to drive measurable growth—whether you are coaching executives, building your practice, or developing leaders within your organization.
Registration Deadline:
March 16, 2026
Launch Meeting:
March 20
11:30am–12:30pm ET
Two-Day Training:
April 23–24
9:00am–3:00pm ET
Investment:
$2,995 USD
Registration Deadline:
September 28, 2026
Launch Meeting:
October 2
11:30am–12:30pm ET
Two-Day Training:
October 29–30
9:00am–3:00pm ET
Investment:
$3,250 USD
Many leadership programs rely on broad competency lists or abstract traits. The Six Domains of Leadership Model takes a different approach.
Grounded in decades of academic research, this framework allows you to reverse-engineer leadership effectiveness: identify the outcome a leader needs to achieve, then work backward through specific, teachable behaviors that produce that result.
Coaches who use this model and the accompanying Six Domains of Leadership Survey (SDLS) consistently report breakthrough results with clients. The framework provides a shared language, clear diagnostic insights, and a practical pathway for action—elements that transform coaching conversations from abstract discussions into focused development plans.
Acquire a proven framework for developing leadership capability across your organization. The Six Domains Model offers a common language for leadership development that scales from individual contributors to senior executives.
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Deepen your impact with a methodology backed by rigorous academic research. The Six Domains framework gives you a structured approach to leadership conversations that goes beyond intuition. You'll also earn 20 ICF CCE hours upon completion.
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Build your professional foundation with a recognized certification rooted in credible research. This program provides the theoretical grounding and practical skills to launch your coaching practice with confidence and distinction.
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Gain practical tools to enhance your own effectiveness while developing the leaders around you. The model's unique "reverse engineering" approach lets you identify specific behaviors that produce the leadership effects you're seeking.
Complete the SDLS 360° assessment and receive a private coaching session to review your personal results. Then work through approximately six hours of self-paced online coursework covering the Six Domains model and survey methodology.
Join a live workshop designed to prepare you to effectively analyze and debrief SDLS results. Practice your coaching skills with observed sessions and receive feedback from certified coaches.
Access a comprehensive resource library including six hours of recorded coaching sessions demonstrating the model in action. Join an online community of certified coaches for ongoing support and professional connection.
SDLS 360° Assessment for your personal development
Private coaching session to review your results
Observed practice coaching session with facilitator feedback
Six Domains of Leadership e-book
Comprehensive workbook
Reflection journal
Six Domains of Leadership Action Deck
Six Domains of Leadership Value Deck
Six hours of sample coaching session recordings
Recognition as a Six Domains of Leadership Certified Coach
Discounted survey pricing for client engagements
Access to the Delta Leadership coach community and quarterly coach forums
20 ICF CCE hours
"The entire Six Domains of Leadership Coach Certification experience was incredibly valuable from start to finish. The material is rich, the preparation is thorough, and the Delta Leadership community is incredibly supportive. The Six Domains of Leadership Survey especially resonates with my 25+ years of corporate experience—it is practical, meaningful, and aligned with the challenges and opportunities leaders face today."
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Kim J.
SDL Certified Coach
"This is how straightforward, simple, and practical all certification programs should be."
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Adam
University of Michigan
"SDLS is a well-validated instrument that can be applied to many leadership challenges by leaders at many levels, from new-in-role to C-suite. Coaching using the model can be tailored to the client's immediate situation."
Mark C.
Delta Certified Coach
Strengthen your ability to develop leaders who create real, lasting impact.
Apply for the next Six Domains of Leadership Coach Certification Program and begin working with a model that supports meaningful change for you, your clients, and your organization.
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