- Completion of an entire ICF Accredited Coach Training Program (ACTP).
- A minimum of 500 hours (440 paid) of coaching experience with at least 25 clients following the start of your coach-specific training. At least 50 of these hours must occur within the 24 months prior to submitting the application for the credential.
- Completion of the Coach Knowledge Assessment (CKA).
For more details and updated information please . ICF may change the requirements from time to time. Currently due to Covid there is some temporary changes made in the requirements which are updated on the ICF website.