The ICF Mentor Coaching Competencies serve as a foundational guide for mentor coaches, offering a structured framework to enhance their effectiveness and impact. Developed in alignment with the ICF Core Competencies, these competencies define the essential skills and knowledge mentor coaches need to support other coaches in refining their abilities and elevating their professional standards.
This framework is organized into four key domains: foundation, process management, client development, and group mentor coaching. Within these domains, six core competencies outline the expectations for mentor coaches, ensuring they provide meaningful, high-quality feedback, foster skill development, and contribute to the broader coaching community’s success. By following these guidelines, mentor coaches can create an environment where coaches feel supported in their continuous learning journey.
Beyond skill enhancement, the ICF Mentor Coaching Competencies help establish consistency and excellence across the coaching profession. They ensure that mentor coaches uphold ethical guidelines, apply evidence-based coaching methodologies, and cultivate a growth-oriented relationship with their mentees. This competency framework is an invaluable resource for mentor coaches striving to make a lasting impact by guiding others toward mastery and success in coaching.
Topics
Coaching Competencies, Coaching Essentials, Discover - Your Coaching Career
Resource Type
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
November 13, 2024
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