The PCC Minimum Skills Requirements define what strong, effective coaching looks like at the Professional Certified Coach level. At this stage, coaching moves beyond the basics and into more refined, client-centered work. This resource pinpoints the specific skills and behaviors that distinguish PCC-level practice, while also shedding light on the habits and patterns that can limit your impact.
Coaches preparing for their PCC performance evaluation will find this resource invaluable — it reveals what assessors are listening for and helps you fine-tune your approach. At the same time, the requirements are a powerful tool for ongoing growth, offering a structured way to measure progress, reflect on practice, and set goals for your continued development.
By weaving together clarity, direction, and inspiration, the PCC Minimum Skills Requirements help you recognize how far you’ve come while equipping you to stretch, polish, and step fully into your next chapter as a coach.
Topics
Advance Your Coaching Career, Credentialing and Certification, Discover - Your Coaching Career
Resource Type
Tools & Worksheets
Audience Type
Coach Educators, Experienced Coaches, ICF Assessors, ICF Chapter Leaders, Mentor Coaches, Professional Coaches
Language
English
Publish Date
October 9, 2025
Revision Date
September 16, 2025
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MCC Minimum Skills Requirements
The MCC Minimum Skills Requirements set the standard for coaching mastery at the Master Certified Coach level. This resource details the advanced skills and presence that define MCC-level practice, while also pointing to subtle missteps that can limit effectiveness. Useful for both MCC performance evaluation preparation and ongoing professional growth, it offers a framework for reflection, refinement, and continued growth. Whether you’re striving for the MCC credential or seeking to elevate your craft, this guide inspires and directs your journey toward true coaching excellence.