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Human Leader Index™ 360 Endorsement

Learn to set up, read and debrief the Human Leader Index™ 360, built on Sonia McDonald’s Human Leader Model. Pass six knowledge checks and an assessed practice debrief to become an HLI 360 Endorsed Coach.
  • For: Coaches, HR and L&D, and leaders who debrief others
  • Duration: 10 to 12 hours, plus your own 360 and a practice debrief
  • Includes: Your own 360 and debrief, a practice 360, workbook and debrief guide + 3 months of Worksparks
  • By: The Leadership Association
  • Leaders taught: 4,000+ over 18 years

Is the HLI 360 Endorsement for you?

Coaching leaders

You coach leaders and want a 360 built on observable behaviours, with a clear way to debrief the results.

Working in HR or L&D

You run or commission 360s and want them to lead to action, not defensiveness.

Certified Leadership Coach students

You’re in Certified Leadership Coach and want to add the 360 endorsement. You get 50% off.

Learning around a full diary

Self-paced. Most coaches finish in four to six weeks, including their own 360 and a practice debrief.
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What's included?

  • The Human Leader Model and 50 behaviours

    Six sections on the model, the seven leadership areas, setting up a 360, reading the report, the debrief conversation and turning insight into action.
  • Your own 360, then a practice one

    Complete your own Human Leader Index™ 360 with a LeadershipHQ debrief, then debrief a practice client or the Jordan Lee role-play.
  • Assessed, not just a quiz

    Pass six knowledge checks and submit a recorded practice debrief. A LeadershipHQ assessor reviews it against the rubric before you’re endorsed. Plus 3 months of Worksparks AI leadership coaching, so you have a coach in your pocket between modules. We’ll email you a link to set up your access.
About us

The Leadership Association

The Leadership Association runs award-winning online programs for every stage of leading, grounded in neuroscience and built from real work with more than 4,000 leaders over 18 years. TLA was founded by Sonia McDonald, an executive coach and CEO of LeadershipHQ, who has spent 35 years developing leaders and is the author of three books.

In their words

The Leadership HQ’s Online Self-Paced Program has already added so much value to myself and my fellow division leaders at Lauxes Grates. Sonia has a beautiful way of delivering the content that makes sense to a wide variety of individuals, bringing them together over a common goal: being courageous, kind and authentic leaders.
Alma Gerbavec, Culture Division Leader, Lauxes Grates HQ
You created an environment where the group could have open conversations, learn from one another, and feel comfortable contributing. You are an outstanding facilitator, and it was an absolute pleasure having you guide us through the program.
Darren Ludlow, Team Leader, State Revenue Office Victoria
I’ve taken away some useful tools and resources and it has helped me to refocus and re-prioritise. I also enjoyed the time to spend with peers from other branches and hear about their challenges, experiences and different approaches.
Felicity Beaton, Team Leader, State Revenue Office Victoria

Frequently asked questions

How long does the HLI 360 Endorsement take?

About 10 to 12 hours of learning, plus your own 360 and one practice debrief. Most coaches finish in four to six weeks.

How am I assessed?

You pass each knowledge check with 80% or more, then submit a recorded practice debrief, your prep sheet and your 30/60/90 plan. An assessor responds within 10 business days, and you get one free resubmission if you need it.

What can I do once I’m endorsed?

You can run and debrief the Human Leader Index™ 360 with your own clients on Worksparks when coach access opens in 2027.

I’m in Certified Leadership Coach. Is there a discount?

Yes. Certified Leadership Coach students get 50% off with the code CLCHLI50, and your assessed debrief can also count towards your coaching portfolio.
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