The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the world’s largest organization dedicated to coaching and coaches. The International Coach Federation (ICF) is dedicated to promoting the coaching profession by establishing high standards, providing independent certification, and establishing a global network of qualified coaches.
The International Coach Federation (ICF) offers a globally recognized, independent credentialing program for coaches. Professional coaches who have met rigorous academic and experience standards and demonstrated a thorough comprehension of the coaching skills that set the standard in the field are awarded ICF Credentials. A coach’s commitment to ethics, expertise, and mastery of coaching skills, and dedication to clients is demonstrated by earning ICF qualifications.
Coach specific training programs are also accredited by the ICF. Training programs that are ICF accredited must go through a rigorous review process and show that their curriculum fits with the ICF Core Competencies and Code of Ethics.
ICF is consistently recognized among coaching professionals worldwide for:
- Developing coaching core competencies
- Setting guidelines through accreditation for coach specific training programs
- Creating an internationally recognized credentialing program
- Establishing a professional code of ethics and standards
- Providing continuous education through world-class events, Communities of Practice (CPs), and archived learning
- Leading and informing conversations about the future of coaching.
