If you have questions about the ICF Code of Ethics, the Ethical Conduct Review Process, the Accreditation Complaint Process, or any ICF Ethics resources, please contact our Ethics and Compliance Department through the ICF Ethics Assist Line via email or by calling +1.859.226.4245.
If you have a compliance-related concern to report, please use the ICF Brand Compliance form. Compliance-related concerns may include, but are not limited to, false claims of ICF membership, ICF credential status or an organization’s accreditation status.
Disclaimer of Liability
The ICF Ethics Assist Line is designed and made available only for the limited purpose of assisting individuals with inquiries pertaining to the ICF Code of Ethics. ICF is not able to and will not give those who contact the ICF Ethics Assist Line actionable advice or recommendations outside of whether or not an action or event may constitute a potential violation of the ICF Code of Ethics.
ICF hereby disclaims any and all liability for damages, losses or injuries of any kind or nature arising out of, resulting from, or any way connected to a party’s use of or reliance upon the ICF Ethics Assist Line or any communications or correspondence had with ICF staff as a result of an ethics inquiries. Furthermore, any communication or response received to an inquiry directed to the ICF Ethics Assist Line is not and shall not under any circumstance constitute legal advice or a legal opinion on the part of ICF.
Topics
Coaching Essentials, Coaching Ethics, Discover - Your Coaching Career
Resource Type
How-To, Tools & Worksheets
Audience Type
Coach Educators, Experienced Coaches, External Coaches, HR & Organizational Leaders, ICF Assessors, ICF Chapter Leaders, Individuals Interested in Experiencing Coaching, Internal Coaches, Managers/Leaders Using Coaching Skills, Mentor Coaches, New Coaches, Professional Coaches, Team and Group Coaches
Language
English
Publish Date
January 14, 2025
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