Want to gain the gold standard in coaching credentials? Here is your step-by-step guide to becoming an ICF accredited coach.

In this video, we break down the definitive guide to becoming an ICF accredited coach.

We explore the most direct route to qualification, which involves choosing an ICF accredited level one or level two course that fits your budget, time, and personal goals. These accredited courses include everything you need, from training hours to mentoring and performance reviews.

We also cover the key requirements you must meet to get certified, including accumulating 100 coaching hours (with a mix of paid and pro bono sessions) and passing the official multiple-choice ICF test. Lastly, we look at what it takes to maintain your badge through continuous professional development (CPD), as well as the alternative portfolio route if your initial training was not ICF accredited.

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Video Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: How to become an ICF accredited coach
00:07 – The direct route: Choosing a level 1 or level 2 ICF accredited course
00:30 – How to log your 100 coaching hours
01:43 – Uploading certificates, fees, and preparing for the ICF test
02:35 – Maintaining your accreditation: CPD hours and renewal
02:53 – Upgrading your credentials and additional mentoring
03:07 – The portfolio route: Applying with non-accredited training