Once an applicant completes the ICF Credentialing Exam, results are compiled and provided immediately to the applicant via the testing site. One week after completion of the ICF Credentialing Exam, applicants will receive official notification from ICF Credentials and Standards regarding the status of the credential application. 

The ICF Credentialing Exam is offered in English with language aids in other languages.      If needed, candidates may request translation support accommodation.  Learn more in the Language section of the Credentialing Exam Content page.  

The test is comprised of approximately 81 scenario-based items that will test the candidate’s knowledge of the ICF Core Competencies and how to apply them in realistic coaching scenarios. Each item contains a realistic scenario describing a coaching situation, followed by four response options. For each item, candidates will be asked to select the best …read more.

Candidates who are unable to take the exam at their scheduled exam appointment time are requested to cancel or reschedule their appointment at least 48 hours prior to the original appointment time, in alignment with Pearson Rescheduling and Cancellation policies. Those unable to cancel or reschedule at least 48 hours in advance will be subject …read more.

The ICF Credentialing Exam is a three-hour exam, delivered by computer in a testing center or through Pearson’s OnVUE remote proctored testing service. The total exam time is organized into the following sections:   Section 1: Candidate Non-Disclosure Agreement (untimed)   Section 2: Introduction & Instructions (3 minutes)   Section 3: Exam Items (177 minutes)   Candidates should plan …read more.

You are given 60 days to schedule and complete the ICF Credentialing Exam. During the exam appointment, you will have three hours to complete the exam. 

Once you have receive notice that you are eligible to take the exam, on your ICF profile, towards the bottom of your profile page, in the “My Applications” section, your credential application will be listed.  There you will find next to “Continue Application” link – is a link for “Exam Information.” 

You will receive an email invitation to schedule your exam once your application review is complete.  The estimated time for review varies by credential application level and type.  Please check the credential information page for the level applied to find the estimated time of review for the application path you followed (ACC, PCC, MCC).