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Renewal Survey: Level 3

To maintain your ICF Level 3 accreditation, complete the Final Renewal Survey and submit required documentation demonstrating your program’s alignment with ICF’s high standards for advanced coach education at the MCC level.

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What an Equity Assessment Taught Us About Credentialing — and Why It Matters

At the heart of ICF’s credentialing philosophy is a simple but powerful principle: Every qualified candidate deserves a fair and equal opportunity to demonstrate their competence as a coach. This…

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Generational Differences: August 21, 2025

International Coaching Federation (ICF) has created an interactive workshop focusing on generational differences in coaching as part of our professional development offerings. This workshop will provide a foundation and coaches to provide culturally competent coaching to clients across generations.

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DIVE IN Goals™: A Powerful Alternative to SMART Goal Setting

Unlike SMART goals, which emphasize structure and measurable success, DIVE IN Goals™ help clients align their goals with their values, motivation, and long-term identity. This framework is designed to increase…

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What You Need to Know About the 2025 ICF Code of Ethics

An updated ICF Code of Ethics went into effect on April 1. If you’re new around here, the ICF Code of Ethics goes under review every three years. These reviews…

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Member Resource Group Communities Now on ICF Engage

ICF Member Resource Groups (MRGs) create pathways for coaches to thrive and contribute to a more inclusive coaching community. Now you can strengthen your connections in our new MRG communities…

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Fine-Tune Your Coaching Skills: Generational Differences Workshop

Join Jeremy May, ACC, on May 22 from 7-9 p.m. (New York) for an interactive workshop focusing on generational differences in coaching. This workshop equips you to provide culturally competent coaching…

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Advancing Cultural Competency in Coaching

Increase your skills in coaching across cultures with the second installment in our Cultural Competencies in Coaching Series — Advancing Cultural Competency in Coaching with Jennifer Koster, ACC, on May…

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Now Available: ICF DEIB Report Card for FY25-Q3

We believe that each of us has a unique perspective that contributes to the voice of coaching. As we work together to shape a coaching profession that’s more equitable, inclusive,…

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ICF Global Cultural Competency in Coaching Workshop

Embracing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging empowers each of us to unlock our full potential. We invite all ICF members to take advantage of our free Global Cultural Competency in…

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