The gold standard for being a coach is membership and credentialing in the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and this happens through accredited training. The ICF …
How to Become a Coach
International Coaching Federation
About Coach Training and Certification
The International Coaching Federation, ICF, accredits coach training programs and has requirements for being a member or earning a credential. While they do not do …
Implementing Coaching in Organizations
To effectively implement coaching programs in organizations, several key factors to be considered. Let’s explore the essential steps for successful coaching implementation: 1. Define Coaching …
Coaching Opportunities
As in any profession, opportunity is based on the possibilities you create through hard work, networking, and results. With that being said, the number of …
Which skills matter to effectively coach?
The International Coaching Federation, ICF, publishes Core Competencies for a coach. The Center for Coaching Certification programs are designed to develop and enhance these skills. …
How come cost and length of coach training varies so much?
Each organization offering coach training chooses what to charge based on their expenses and their desired profits and also creates their schedule. Quite simply, costs …
Why so many places for coaching certification?
Coaching is one of the fastest-growing industries because the return on investment clearly demonstrates the value of engaging a coach. As a result, many different …
Continuing Education for Coaches… What are the requirements?
Continuing education is normally required to maintain licensure, a credential, or certification in a multitude of professions and industries. In looking at requirements in a …
How Can a Coach Help Me Advance My Career?
AMOCO Corporation, now part of British Petroleum, did an evaluation of coaching over a ten-year period. The investigators reported that “compared to other AMOCO managers, …
Coaching versus Mentoring
The International Coaching Federation defines coaching, “Coaching is partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and …