{"id":243243,"date":"2025-04-21T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/?p=243243"},"modified":"2025-04-24T20:06:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T19:06:12","slug":"jay-shetty-certification-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/jay-shetty-certification-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Unfiltered Reviews About the Jay Shetty Certification School"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Jay Shetty is one of the biggest celebrities in the self-help world, with millions of followers and a net worth of the same size. Over two million people have taken his courses on relationships, purpose, and happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, naturally, many coaches are eager to know whether his coaching program is legit and worth the investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, we\u2019ll review The Jay Shetty Certification School and what graduates and the media say about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what\">What Is the Jay Shetty Certification School?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-school-website-1024x335.png\" alt=\"Jay Shetty school website\" class=\"wp-image-248160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-school-website-980x320.png 980w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-school-website-480x157.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/jayshettycoaching.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jay Shetty Certification School<\/a> is a coaching program launched in 2020 by Jay Shetty, a famous author and motivational speaker. The school offers holistic life coach certification with \u201cJay Shetty Certified Life and Success Coach\u201d credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The life coaching program includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>165 hours of pre-recorded video lessons about coaching fundamentals like the <a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/wheel-of-life-template\/\">Wheel of Life<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to a bonus program called Business Launchpad with video lessons on building a business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to a community platform with other Jay Shetty Certified Coaches after finishing the program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12 hours of live training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 hours of unsupervised coaching practice students need to record and submit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly Q&amp;As with Jay Shetty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A listing on the school\u2019s coach directory for a year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A final assessment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the website of the program, students are also required to complete 33 hours of self-selected activities, though it isn\u2019t indicated what these activities are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Starting your coaching career? <\/strong>Once you\u2019re ready to take on clients, you\u2019ll need an easy system to book clients, take payments, and manage your business. <a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/\">Paperbell<\/a> does it all\u2014free with your first client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who\">Who Is Jay Shetty?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jay Shetty is a bestselling author, former monk, and inspirational speaker in the areas of personal development, mindfulness, and purposeful living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Born and raised in London, he became <strong>famous for his riches-to-rags-to-riches story<\/strong> of pursuing a business career, living as a monk in India, and then becoming a mega influencer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jay Shetty has built a following of over 50 million people across social media platforms by sharing inspirational content. His videos blend Eastern philosophies with popular psychology in an easily digestible language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He\u2019s <strong>authored several books<\/strong>, including <em>Think Like a Monk<\/em>, which draws on his personal experiences and shares his views on how to live a purposeful life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He\u2019s also a <strong>sought-after speaker<\/strong>. He delivers talks and workshops to audiences worldwide on how to better understand themselves and their potential. To this day, he\u2019s one of the biggest celebrities in the self-help industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how\">How Long Is the Jay Shetty Certification Program?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Jay Shetty coaching program is self-paced, apart from its live classes, for which you\u2019ll join a cohort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the website, it involves 108 hours of learning over up to 6.5 months. It doesn\u2019t disclose the exact breakdown of these hours or the intensity of the schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-much\">How Much Does Jay Shetty\u2019s Certification School Cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, the website of the Jay Shetty Certification School has no information on tuition fees. Those interested in enrolling are encouraged to sign up for an introductory call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Guardian journalist, John McDermott, has reported that, upon signing up for the call, he received an offer for $7,400 to join the program. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/lifeandstyle\/ng-interactive\/2024\/feb\/29\/jay-shetty-self-help-empire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">He writes<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cAfter 30 minutes of explaining the school\u2019s schedule and curriculum, an enrollment adviser finally informed me about the sign-up cost: $7,400.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He added, \u201c<em>The adviser was kind enough to offer me a one-time deal and cut the price to $6,800.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A student reported a slightly different price of $7,800.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"866\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-review-1.png\" alt=\"Jay Shetty review 1\" class=\"wp-image-248161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-review-1.png 866w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-review-1-480x221.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 866px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/lifecoaching\/comments\/1ec3jrc\/a_disappointing_experience_with_jay_shettys_life\/?rdt=34952\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reddit contributor<\/a> who attended the introductory call with the representative of the Jay Shetty Certification School said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cThe price of the training seems to vary a lot. He initially told me $7,400, but when I hesitated, he started lowering it. He just kept insisting that he wanted a clear yes or no answer from me.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When they said they needed more time to decide, the school\u2019s \u201cadvisor\u201d told them they would be blacklisted from the program and charged $10,000 in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These inconsistent and aggressive pricing tactics raise some concerns. Although educational programs sold through a funnel often have hidden prices, they typically have a set pricing structure and address the student\u2019s concerns professionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, is the Jay Shetty certification worth the high price tag? Let\u2019s look at some reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reviews\">Reviews From Graduates and the Media<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Testimonials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On <a href=\"https:\/\/jayshettycoaching.com\/stories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the program\u2019s website<\/a>, Jay Shetty-certified coaches share how the program helped them find purpose and dream bigger. Many of them highlight:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gaining a sense of belonging through the community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mindfulness and spirituality incorporated into the lessons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The support they received throughout the program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Although many of them praise the school for helping them grow and allowing them to start a meaningful career, they mention little about the quality of the course content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A past student called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@prosperous.pathways\/video\/7265942018457750826\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sergio Romero<\/a> said that if you already know how to be a coach, he wouldn\u2019t recommend the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"874\" height=\"242\" src=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-school-review-2.png\" alt=\"Jay Shetty school review 2\" class=\"wp-image-248159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-school-review-2.png 874w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jay-Shetty-school-review-2-480x133.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 874px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With most testimonials emphasizing their new career path, this gives the impression that the course is best for those learning about coaching for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the Media Says About the Jay Shetty Certification School<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, several articles have been published questioning the validity of Shetty\u2019s story. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/lifeandstyle\/ng-interactive\/2024\/feb\/29\/jay-shetty-self-help-empire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This piece in the Guardian<\/a> sums them up well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/the-guardian-1024x673.png\" alt=\"the guardian\" class=\"wp-image-248169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/the-guardian-980x644.png 980w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/the-guardian-480x315.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Shetty used to claim he had a degree in behavioral science, but it later turned out he had studied management. Having no qualifications related to coaching, his story about serving as a monk in India for three years was his best source of credibility, one that earned him bestselling books and catapulted him to fame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, after interviewing several people from Shetty\u2019s circle, the timeline of his story doesn\u2019t add up. What\u2019s more concerning is that he was accused of plagiarism several times using other people\u2019s content verbatim without their permission, which is what attracted his millions of followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Guardian has also personally spoken to graduates of the Jay Shetty school. Although they claimed the program was a good investment, none of them were earning a full-time living from coaching a year after graduating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar to the <a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/tony-robbins-madanes-certification\/\">Tony Robbins program<\/a> we reviewed before, some people see Shetty\u2019s school as an MLM scheme with graduates joining his team and selling courses instead of coaching people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The school\u2019s halo effect comes from the fame and charisma of Shetty. However, as an anonymous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/lifecoaching\/comments\/13o8tuu\/anyone_here_have_any_experience_with_jay_shetty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reddit user<\/a> points out, he isn\u2019t teaching the program personally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"296\" src=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/life-design-leaders.png\" alt=\"life design leaders\" class=\"wp-image-248168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/life-design-leaders.png 1300w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/life-design-leaders-1280x291.png 1280w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/life-design-leaders-980x223.png 980w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/life-design-leaders-480x109.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1300px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"worth-it\">Jay Shetty Certification School: Is It Worth It?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Is it worth becoming a Jay Shetty-certified coach at around $7,400? That depends on what you value in a coaching program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Your coaching style<\/strong>: Do you want to emulate Jay Shetty\u2019s coaching style or would you rather create your own?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Specialization<\/strong>: Shetty\u2019s school isn\u2019t specialized in any particular method or niche. It\u2019s based on the style of his inspirational content. If you want to specialize in a <a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/how-to-find-your-niche\/\">particular niche<\/a> as a professional life coach, you may consider a program centered around that.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coaching experience<\/strong>: We\u2019ve not seen any reviews from experienced coaches about Shetty\u2019s school. If you\u2019ve been in this field for a while, this foundational program might not offer much to you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accreditation<\/strong>: If you want to be associated with Jay Shetty and leverage his name to earn credibility as a coach, this is the way to go. However, many programs accredited by top coaching organizations cost less and offer more in-depth or specialized methodology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community support<\/strong>: Several graduates highlighted the community aspect of the program. This isn\u2019t unique to this coaching school, but it can support your long-term career in coaching.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re an unwavering fan, this could be a great learning experience for you. However, if you\u2019re looking for a reliable coaching program with a reasonable price that isn\u2019t necessarily tied to a celebrity\u2019s name, you may want to consider other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Updated-Jay-Shetty-Certification-School-infographic-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Updated-Jay-Shetty-Certification-School-infographic\" class=\"wp-image-248157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Updated-Jay-Shetty-Certification-School-infographic-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Updated-Jay-Shetty-Certification-School-infographic-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"coaching\">Coaching Certification Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a comprehensive life coach training program with research-based methodology and excellent credentials, here are a few alternatives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/icf-certified\/\"><strong>International Coach Federation (ICF) Accredited Programs<\/strong><\/a>: The ICF is globally renowned as a leading accreditor of life coach training programs. They reinforce high standards of quality and ethics you can trust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/ipec-reviews\/\"><strong>Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)<\/strong><\/a>: iPEC offers comprehensive life coach training programs that blend traditional coaching techniques with energy leadership principles. They also have specialized programs in health, executive, and performance coaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/positive-psychology\/\"><strong>Institute of Positive Psychology (IPP)<\/strong><\/a>: IPP offers life coach certification programs that integrate principles of positive psychology into coaching practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/blog\/association-for-talent-development-review\/\"><strong>Association for Talent Development (ATD)<\/strong><\/a>: While ATD primarily focuses on organizational talent development, it also offers certification programs for corporate and performance coaches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to dig deeper, check out our other <a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/?s=review&amp;et_pb_searchform_submit=et_search_proccess&amp;et_pb_include_posts=yes\">reviews and guides on coaching certification programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Jay Shetty Coaching Program ICF-Accredited?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, the Jay Shetty Coaching School is not accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF). It simply certifies professional life coaches as a Jay Shetty coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Jay Shetty Teach the Certification Program Himself?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, Jay Shetty does not personally teach the program. According to the program\u2019s website, he hosts monthly Q&amp;A sessions, but the lessons are pre-recorded and the live calls are hosted by his team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Jay Shetty\u2019s Coaching School a Scam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no evidence that the school is a scam, but some prospective students have raised concerns about aggressive sales tactics, inconsistent pricing, and lack of transparency. It\u2019s worth evaluating the program critically before enrolling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"build\">Build a Solid Foundation for Your Life Coaching Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re changing lives one session at a time, <a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/coaching-software\/\">Paperbell<\/a> handles the admin side of your coaching business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s an all-in-one coaching website and client management tool that handles your bookings, contracts, payments, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/coaching-software\/\">Try Paperbell for free with your first client.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Jay-Shetty-pin.jpg\" alt=\"Jay Shetty pin\" class=\"wp-image-248167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Jay-Shetty-pin.jpg 683w, https:\/\/paperbell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Jay-Shetty-pin-480x720.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 683px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: This post was originally published in May 2024 and has since been updated for accuracy.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jay Shetty is one of the biggest celebrities in the self-help world, with millions of followers and a net worth of the same size. Over two million people have taken his courses on relationships, purpose, and happiness. So, naturally, many coaches are eager to know whether his coaching program is legit and worth the investment. 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