Step 1: Submit Your Application
Take the first step toward ICF accreditation by completing your application through the ICF Accreditation Portal. Once you've submitted your application and paid the non-refundable application fee in full, your application will be reviewed in the order it was received. Within 1-2 weeks, the ICF Coaching Education team will conduct an initial review to ensure your program aligns with our accreditation standards, moving you one step closer to recognition as a trusted coaching education provider.
What's Reviewed?
- Program hours.
- PCC-credentialed director (Level 1 & 2).
- MCC-credentialed director (Level 3).
- Performance evaluations.
Step 2: Application Review Timeline
Once submitted, your application undergoes a detailed evaluation based on its accreditation type. Whether you’re seeking Level 1, 2, 3, or Advanced Accreditation in Team Coaching (AATC), or Continuing Coach Education (CCE), our team will assess your program for eligibility. The typical timelines are:
- Level 1, 2, 3, and AATC: 8-12 weeks.
- CCE: 6-8 weeks.
We’re thorough, and we’re here to guide you through it. You will receive updates and possible requests for more information via email from support@coachingfederation.org. Be sure to check your spam folder to avoid missing any updates.
Step 3: Accreditation Approval Interview
For Levels 1-3 and AATC, you will participate in a 30-minute accreditation approval interview after your application has passed review. This final step is where we solidify expectations and ensure compliance with our prestigious standards.
You’ll receive an email notification when it’s time to schedule your interview, and at that time, you can log into the ICF Accreditation Portal to finalize the details.
Step 4: Final Approval
Congratulations! After completing the interview, you’ll receive formal approval via email and the ICF Accreditation Portal. This is the moment you gain the key to unlock a door to a global community of coach educators and a wealth of resources that will elevate your impact.
Additional Support
Need help navigating the process or preparing your documentation? ICF provides resources and direct support to assist with any questions that arise along the way.
Sample Applications
- Sample Level 1 Accreditation Application | Download PDF
- Sample Level 2 Accreditation Application | Download PDF
- Sample Level 3 Accreditation Application | Download PDF
- Sample Advanced Accreditation in Team Coaching (AATC) Application | Download PDF
- Sample Continuing Coaching Education (CCE) Application | Download PDF
Documentation Requirements
Here's what you'll need to apply:
- Program Overview.
- Curriculum & Learning Outcomes.
- Director of Education Credentials.
- Performance evaluations.
- Sample Recordings & Transcripts (Level 1-3).