To apply for any ICF Credential via a direct pathway you need
- Level 1 or Level 2 Coach Certification
- Coaching Hours and Experience
- Completion of the ICF Written Exam
What is a Level 1 or Level 2 Coach Certification?
Vocational Program = Level 1 (apply for ACC via the ICF Level 1 track)
Professional Program = Level 2 (apply for ACC or PCC via the ICF Level 2 or ACTP track)
Advanced Professional Program = Level 2 (apply for ACC or PCC via the ICF Level 2 or ACTP track)
Where do I apply for a Credential?
ACC and PCC credentials are issued by the ICF. This can be done only AFTER you have completed your Level 1 or Level 2 training and have an authorised Certificate. The application is then as follows:
ICF Requirements for an ACC Credential via the Level 1 track
- Level 1 Coach Certification (eg. ICA Vocational program)
- Coaching hours
- Written Exam (as required by the ICF)
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ICF Requirements for an ACC or PCC Credential via the Level 2 track
- Level 2 Coach Certification (eg. Professional or Advanced Professional program)
- Coaching hours
- Written Exam
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