- Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Credential-holders are trained (60+ hours) and experienced (100+ hours) coaches.
- They have demonstrated knowledge and emerging proficiency in the application of the ICF Core Competencies, Code of Ethics, and definition of coaching.
- Earners show a commitment to high ethical standards and have demonstrated, through rigorous assessment, professional competence in their work with clients.
Skills
- Active Listening
- Building Trust
- Communicating Effectively
- Creating Awareness
- Establishing Agreements
- Maintaining Presence
- Meeting Ethical Guidelines
- Partnering With Clients
- Powerful Questioning
- Setting Goals
Earning Criteria
- Completion of at least 60 hours of coach-specific training that meets ICF guidelines for credentialing.
- Completion of at least 100 hours of client-coaching experience since the start of their coach training.
- Completion of 10 hours of mentor coaching with an eligible mentor coach.
- Submission of a completed application for the Associate Certified Coach Credential.
- Pass both knowledge and performance assessments at the Associate Certified Coach level.
