Coach Educators

A group photo of the 2023 ICF Coaching Impact Award winners at ICF Converge 2023, proudly holding their awards in recognition of their contributions to the coaching profession.

History: 2023: Celebrating Coaching Excellence

The inaugural ICF Coaching Impact Awards recognized coaches and organizations making a deep impact within the multi-faceted coaching profession. We also celebrated a credentialing milestone. And in response to the…

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The ICF logo with the words 'Inspire. Transform. Thrive.' representing the ICF brand idea.

History: 2025: Embracing a New Era of Excellence

ICF has always been — and always will be — focused on advancing coaching. In our 30th year, we are undergoing a significant transformation to embrace a new era of…

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ICF Converge 2017 attendees standing with their hands raised, celebrating joyfully during the conference.

History: 2015-2019: A Renewed Focus on Global Impact

From 2015-2019, ICF continued to lead the global coaching profession through a number of events and offerings, empowering the coaching community and world. 2015 – 20 Years Strong: ICF by…

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ICF Defines Coaching Best Practices for AI Applications

– Emerging AI Tools Will Make Coaching More Accessible Than Ever – Lexington, Kentucky — The International Coaching Federation (ICF) released today its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Coaching Framework and Standards,…

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Online or In Person: 3 Steps to Help You Decide ICF Exam Format

When signing up to take an exam for an ICF credential, choosing which format is right for you is like deciding how you want to work out. Taking an in-person…

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ACTC Exam Sample Questions

This scenario presents an ethical coaching challenge where the coach must navigate group dynamics and decision-making while adhering to ICF Core Competencies.

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ICF Credentialing Exam Sample Questions

Test your coaching judgment with eight sample questions mirroring the ICF Credentialing exam. Each scenario challenges you to identify the BEST and WORST actions based on ICF Core Competencies.

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Coaching Education Policy Documents: Sample

ICF Accreditation ensures education providers meet rigorous standards for quality, integrity and transparency, This resource offers policy templates to support coaching education programs in maintaining these standards.

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CCE Program Schedule: Sample

The ICF Continuing Coach Education (CCE) sample schedule offers a framework for providers pursing CCE accreditation. Providers are encouraged to include diverse exercises and other educational learning options to create a supportive learning environment.

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ICF Coaching Education Code of Conduct

The ICF Coaching Education Code of Conduct sets the standard for accredited coach education programs, ensuring ethical, high-quality coach training. Covering ethics, branding, program delivery, intellectual property and complaint handling, it guides programs in alignment with ICF’s mission.

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