Renewal Requirements
Renewing your ICF credential is more than a requirement — it’s an investment in your professional growth and credibility. It’s a declaration to your clients and yourself that you are dedicated to continuous learning and delivering the highest service standards.
Each renewal is a step toward becoming the best version of yourself and ensuring your coaching practice remains impactful. Here’s a quick overview of what you need to know to keep your credential current.
Renewal Timeline
- Renew Every Three Years: Ensure your credential is renewed before expiration. To locate your credential’s expiration date, log into your ICF Profile and scroll to the “My Credentials” section at the bottom of your profile page. Here, you’ll also find a link to your renewal application.
- Start Anytime: Your renewal application is automatically created when your credential is awarded or after its last renewal. Add your Continuing Coach Education (CCE) credits as soon as you earn them.
- Submit Early: You can submit your renewal application up to 10 months before your credential expires.
- Allow Time for Review: Once submitted, renewal applications are typically reviewed within 6-8 weeks.
Payment Information
To submit your credential renewal application for review, the renewal fee must be paid in full.
Renewal Fees
| Type | ACC | PCC | MCC | ACTC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICF Member | $175 USD | $175 USD | $175 USD | $100 USD |
| Non-Member | $275 USD | $275 USD | $275 USD | $150 USD |
Payment Options
- Online Payments: All major credit cards are accepted.
- Alternative Methods: To use PayPal or bank transfer, contact us.
- Installments: You can split the payment into two installments. If paying in full, skip the installment option during the payment process.
ACC Renewal Requirements: 40 Credits of Continuing Coach Education (CCE)
To renew your ACC credential, you must meet the following requirements within the three years since your credential was awarded or last renewed. Here's the breakdown of how to fill those 40 hours:
24 Credits in Core Competencies
Earn them according to the following specifications:
- 3 credits in Coaching Ethics, which can be earned by completing ICF’s complimentary online ethics course.
- 10 hours of mentor coaching, which are counted as Core Competency credits.
- 11 credits in Core Competencies, to be earned from any other qualifying professional development.
16 Credits in Core Competencies or Resource Development
Earn the remaining 16 credits through professional development that's approved for Core Competencies or Resource Development credit.
PCC Renewal Requirements
To renew your PCC credential, you must fulfill the following requirements within the three years following the date your credential was awarded or last renewed:
Complete 40 Credits of Continuing Coach Education (CCE)
Earn credits according to the following specifications:
- 24 Credits in Core Competencies.
- 3 of these credits must be in Coaching Ethics, which can be earned by completing ICF’s complimentary online ethics course.
- The remaining 16 credits can be in Core Competencies or Resource Development.
MCC Renewal Requirements
To renew your MCC credential, you must meet the following requirements within the three years since your credential was awarded or last renewed:
Complete 40 Credits of Continuing Coach Education (CCE)
Earn credits according to the following specifications:
- 24 Credits in Core Competencies.
- 3 of these credits must be in Coaching Ethics, which can be earned by completing ICF’s complimentary online ethics course.
- The remaining 16 credits can be in Core Competencies or Resource Development.
ACTC Renewal Requirements
To renew your Advanced Certification in Team Coaching (ACTC), the following criteria must be met every three years:
- Maintain an Active ICF Credential
You must hold a current ACC, PCC, or MCC credential. - Complete 20 Hours of Continuing Coach Education (CCE)
- At least 16 hours must directly align with the ICF Team Coaching Competencies.
Fun fact: The 20 CCE credits required for your ACTC renewal can also be applied toward the renewal of your ACC, PCC, or MCC credential.
Resources for Renewing Your Credential or Certification
Stay on track with your professional development and credential renewal by exploring these resources.
- Credential Renewal Guide: Get clear guidance on the renewal process with this detailed resource.
- Sample Renewal Application: Review the details of an actual renewal application to gain insight into the process.
- Ethics Course: Fulfill the ethics requirement of the renewal process with ICF’s comprehensive offering.
- Mentor Coaching: Enhance your coaching skills while meeting renewal requirements by working with a mentor coach.
- Coaching Supervision: Grow your coaching capacity in a safe and supportive environment.
- Events and Professional Development: Search live and asynchronous opportunities that offer both valuable learnings and CCE credit.
Upgrading a Credential
Advancing your ICF credential is an investment in YOU. Your credential has already made an incredible impact on your career, and by upgrading to the next level, you’ll unlock new opportunities, reach more clients, and transform lives — including your own.
Why Wait?
If you apply for a higher-level credential within one year of your current credential’s expiration date, your current credential status will be extended for up to 12 months while your new application is reviewed. This eliminates the need for a separate renewal application or fees, letting you focus entirely on your upgrade. (Get the full details in the Credential Renewal Candidate Guide.)
Ready to Level Up?
A new credential level = a new credential application. Upgrading to a higher credential cannot be done through the renewal application. But don’t worry, getting started is easy.
Simply complete the Credential Path Survey. This quick survey will ask about your education and coaching experience. Based on your answers, you’ll find out which credential level(s) you qualify for and the most straightforward application path for you. Once you've completed the survey, you’ll also get direct access to the application requirements and the link to start your application.
Renewing a Lapsed Credential or Certification
Missed your renewal deadline? Don’t worry — you still have options to get back on track.
You have a two-month grace period after your credential or certification’s expiration date to submit your renewal application without penalty. If you’re unable to renew during this grace period, your credential or certification will lapse. But there’s still time! You’ll have an additional 10 months to renew by providing extra CCE credits for each lapsed month.
Don’t let a missed deadline hold you back. Start your renewal today to stay on track!
Renewing a Lapsed Certification or Credential
If you missed both your renewal deadline and the two-month grace period, you still have 10 months to renew your credential or certification. During this time, an additional 1.2 CCE credits will be required for each month your credential or certification has lapsed. Please review the Credential Renewal Guide for more information.
After 12 months, your credential is considered fully expired. At that point, you must submit a new credential application to reinstate your ICF credential or certification, rather than completing a renewal application.
Has Your Credential or Certification Fully Expired?
If it’s been more than 12 months since your credential or certification expired, you will have to start the application process over again. Here’s your first step to reapplying.
For ACC, PCC, or MCC
Start by completing the Credential Path Survey to determine which credential level(s) you qualify for, guide you toward the simplest application path, and get the link to your new application.
For ACTC
To begin your ACTC application, you’ll want to complete the ACTC survey to find the application path that best suits you.
Renew with Confidence: Join the Credential Renewal Q&A Calls
If you have questions about renewing, don’t worry. We're here to make the process simple and as stress-free as possible. The ICF Credentialing Q&A Calls are your chance to connect with the ICF Credentials and Standards team and get clear guidance on everything you need for a smooth renewal. From understanding requirements to gathering documentation, we’ll answer your questions and help you navigate the process with confidence.