Within the International Coaches Federation (ICF) Core Competencies category of Setting the Foundation is the competency of Establishing the Coaching Agreement. A well-trained professional coach determines whether the match between coach and client best serves the client. A professional coach uses a written agreement that addresses the Code of Ethics and outlines the parameters of the coaching agreement.
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The professional coach first discusses the coaching relationship and process with a potential client, and then provides a written agreement for the client to review before deciding to move forward. While there are many versions of a coaching agreement, key areas covered include:<\/p>\n
* Ethics \u2013 that the coach subscribes to a Code of Ethics and ensures availability of a copy for the client<\/p>\n
* Logistics \u2013 how often sessions are scheduled and the process<\/p>\n
* Fees \u2013 what the fee is, how it is paid, and minimum commitment to a monthly fee<\/p>\n
* Confidentiality \u2013 the privacy of sessions, how records are protected, whether others are included<\/p>\n
* Parameters of the Relationship \u2013 what a coach is and what a coach is not<\/p>\n
* Boundaries of the Relationship \u2013 the level of communication between sessions and non-intimate<\/p>\n
* Client Choice \u2013 the client prioritizes focus and makes their own decisions<\/p>\n
The written agreement creates a common understanding and serves to protect both the client and the coach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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