Training with the Center for Coaching Certification
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is widely recognized as the gold standard for professional coaches. To become a member, the ICF requires completion of at least 60 hours of coach-specific training.
Beyond membership, the ICF offers three levels of credentialing, which can be thought of as academic milestones. Membership is similar to earning an associate’s degree, while ICF credentials represent bachelor’s and master’s level achievements in coaching.
For those seeking a shorter program focused on building a coaching culture, the Center for Coaching Certification offers Coaching Skills for Professionals.Click here to view the Coaching Skills for Professionals Program Overview.
The Center for Coaching Certification provides ICF-accredited training and certification programs for those pursuing a professional coaching path in Academic, Business, Career, Communication, Holistic, Leadership, Life, Wellness and more types of Coaching. The chart below shows the options:
- Level 1 Cohort for the ACC in the yellow column
- Level 2 Cohort for the PCC in the green column
- A la carte options by row
Direct links for the program overviews, schedules, and applications:
- Foundational Cohort, an ICF-accredited Level 1 / (formerly ACSTH) program, (to support earning the ACC credential): Foundational Cohort Program Overview, Foundational Cohort Schedule, and Application
- Advanced Cohort, an ICF-accredited Level 2 / (formerly ACTP) program, (to support earning the PCC credential): Advanced Cohort Program Overview, Advanced Cohort Schedule, and Application
The Center for Coaching Certification Training Model
The Center for Coaching Certification (CCC) training model is grounded in the ICF Core Competencies and informed by multiple evidence-based frameworks. Each program is designed to develop a coach’s competence, confidence, and choice:
- Competence: CCC programs build on your existing strengths using the ICF’s Core Competencies to refine your skills, deepen awareness of the balance between being and doing, foster belief in each client’s potential, and strengthen your coaching language.
- Confidence: Training at CCC enhances your confidence as a coach, equips you with tools to empower client confidence, and integrates positivity practices that sustain confidence over time.
- Choice: CCC emphasizes that clients are their own best experts. Programs empower clients to discover insights, make decisions, and create strategies with their coach as a trusted partner.
ICF-Accredited Programs
The Center for Coaching Certification offers ICF-accredited Level 1 and Level 2 programs that include:
- Certified Professional Coach
- Certified Master Coach
- Certified Advanced Coach specializations in: Academic, Addiction, Business, Career, Executive, Holistic, Leadership, Life, and Wellness Coaching
- Coaching Practicum and Mentor Coaching
These programs prepare you to earn your ACC or PCC credential with the ICF, complete required continuing education, and advance toward your MCC credential.
The Foundational Cohort Level 1 formerly ACSTH includes the Certified Professional Coach, Certified Master Coach, and Mentor Coaching for $5890.00
The Advanced Cohort Level 2 formerly ACTP includes the Certified Professional Coach, Certified Master Coach, the Certified Business, Career, Executive, Life, or Wellness Coach Specialist, the Coaching Experience class, and Mentor Coaching for $9780.00.
Each program is intentionally designed to develop and strengthen the ICF Core Competencies, helping you grow as a skilled and confident coach while building on your professional expertise.
Qualifying for ICF membership or earning an ICF credential involves the steps outlined below:
How to Become a Coach
Ready to take the next step? Here is how to get started with training, ICF membership, and credentialing.
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Learn More About Becoming a Coach
Curious about coaching or exploring certification options? Join one of our monthly informational webinars to learn about the coaching profession, training pathways, and how to get started. Each session provides an overview of the ICF-accredited programs offered through the Center for Coaching Certification, and resources to help you decide which path fits your goals.
You’ll also find on-demand learning opportunities, including the Introduction to Coaching 4-hour online course (earn 0.4 CEUs, only $25). This self-paced course is ideal for those considering becoming a coach or looking to understand the foundations of coaching in organizational settings.
Click here to explore upcoming webinars and learning opportunities.