Continue Your Coaching Journey with the Gold Standard of Professional Coaching

Why Pursue an ICF Credential?

Earning an ICF credential sets you apart in a growing and competitive coaching marketplace. It demonstrates that you:

• ✓ Have completed accredited coach-specific training and education
• ✓ Have logged verified hours of client coaching experience
• ✓ Have been assessed on your coaching competency and performance
• ✓ Are committed to ethical coaching practice
• ✓ Are dedicated to your continued professional growth

The foundational ICF credential for coaches building their professional practice.

Requirements:

• ✓ 60 hours of coach-specific education from an ICF-accredited program
• ✓ 100 hours of client coaching experience
• ✓ Mentor coaching
• ✓ Performance evaluation
• ✓ Pass the ICF Credentialing Exam

For coaches who have deepened their practice, logged significant hours, and demonstrated a higher level of coaching skill.

Requirements:

• ✓ 125 hours of coach-specific education from an ICF-accredited program
• ✓ 500 hours of client coaching experience
• ✓ Mentor coaching
• ✓ Performance evaluation
• ✓ Pass the ICF Credentialing Exam

The highest ICF credential, representing the pinnacle of coaching excellence and experience.

Requirements:

• ✓ Must hold or have held a PCC credential
• ✓ 200 hours of coach-specific education
• ✓ 2,500 hours of client coaching experience
• ✓ Mentor coaching
• ✓ Performance evaluation

A credential for organizations and teams that have established an internal coaching culture and meet ICF standards for coach training. Learn more at coachingfederation.org/credentialing/icf-credentials-overview/actc/

Renewing Your Credential

ICF credentials are renewed every three years. To renew, credentialed coaches must complete Continuing Coach Education (CCE) units that demonstrate continued learning and professional development.

Renewal requirements by credential level:

• ✓ ACC renewal: 40 CCE units (at least 24 in Core Competencies)
• ✓ PCC renewal: 40 CCE units (at least 24 in Core Competencies)
• ✓ MCC renewal: 40 CCE units (at least 24 in Core Competencies)

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Earn CCE Credits by Attending ICF-CF Programs

One of the most accessible and affordable ways to fulfill your Continuing Coach Education (CCE) requirements is right here through ICF Central Florida. Many of our chapter programs — including monthly meetings, webinars, Communities of Practice, masterminds, and special learning events — are approved for CCE credit.

By staying active in your local chapter, you can:

• ✓ Earn CCE units toward your credential renewal
• ✓ Stay current on the latest coaching skills, tools, and industry insights
• ✓ Learn from industry thought leaders and fellow coaches
• ✓ Fulfill your CCEU requirements while growing your network

Check our Events Calendar regularly for upcoming CCE-eligible programs, and look for the CCE designation on event listings.

Continuing Coach Education (CCE) — What Counts?

CCE units can be earned through a variety of activities, including:

• ✓ Attending ICF-approved training, workshops, and webinars
• ✓ Participating in mentor coaching or coaching supervision
• ✓ Completing peer coaching activities
• ✓ Attending ICF chapter events and programs (like those offered by ICF-CF)
• ✓ Completing courses through ICF's Learning Portal

CCE units fall into two categories:

• ✓ Core Competencies (CC): Content directly related to the ICF Core Coaching Competencies
• ✓ Resource Development (RD): Content that supports your coaching practice, such as business development, leadership, or personal growth

How Do I Get Started?

Whether you are pursuing your first credential or renewing an existing one, the ICF Global website is your starting point for full requirements, application steps, and resources.

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ICF-CF's Commitment to Credentialing Support

ICF-CF is committed to helping our members navigate the credentialing process. We provide periodic updates, resources, and guidance for coaches who are considering or actively pursuing an ICF credential — and our programming is designed to help you earn the CCE credits you need along the way.