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My ICF Credential expired two YEARS ago. Can I still Renew?

August 31, 2022

Once a Credential has been expired for over a year, it is no longer available to be renewed.  To reinstate the Credential, you will need to reapply for the Credential or, if ready, apply for the next level Credential. 

My ICF Credential expired two months ago. Can I still renew?

August 31, 2022

ICF does provide a 2-month grace period during which your Credential will remain active. However, if you are unable to submit your Credential renewal application within those 2 months, your Credential will lapse, and you will no longer be able to use the Credential logo. You will still have a full year from your expiration …read more.

Where can I access the free ICF Ethics Course?

August 31, 2022

The free ICF Ethics Course is available in the ICF Learning Portal.    NOTE: To record the completion of the course, you will need to download your Learning Portal transcript and upload it to your renewal application.  

Where can I find CCEs?

August 31, 2022

Visit  the Professional Development page where you can learn about all acceptable CCEs and how to document them.   Access the free ICF ethics course for the needed 3 CCEs   Visit the Mentor Coach Information page – at the bottom of the page is a link to find a Mentor Coach   CCE Approved Providers such as …read more.

What do I need to renew my MCC?

August 31, 2022

To renew your MCC Credential you will need 40 CCEs.  Of the 40 CCEs, 24 must be in Core Competencies (of which 3 must be in Ethics).  The remaining 16 may be in Core Competencies or Resource Development. 

What do I need to renew my PCC?

August 31, 2022

To renew your PCC Credential you will need 40 CCEs.  Of the 40 CCEs, 24 must be in Core Competencies (of which 3 must be in Ethics).  The remaining 16 may be in Core Competencies or Resource Development. 

What do I need to renew my ACC?

August 31, 2022

To renew your ACC Credential you will need 40 CCEs.  Of the 40 CCEs, 24 must be in Core Competencies (of which 3 must be in Ethics and 10 must be in receiving Mentor Coaching).  The remaining 16 may be in Core Competencies or Resource Development. 

Do I need additional Coaching Experience hours to renew?

August 31, 2022

No. Only activities supporting your continued professional development as a coach are required. 

Do I have to take the ICF Credentialing Exam to renew my credential?

August 31, 2022

No. An Exam is not required for credential renewals. 

If I complete more than the required Continuing Coach Education (CCE) units for credential renewal, can I use the excess hours for a future credential renewal?

August 31, 2022

No. You may only submit CCE units completed since the initial award of your credential or since your last credential renewal.  Once a renewal has been awarded, you will need to start collecting new CCEs for your next renewal cycle. 

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