ICF-accredited education has gone through a rigorous review process and demonstrated that its curriculum aligns with the ICF definition of coaching, Core Competencies and Code of Ethics.
Level One, Level Two, and Level Three offerings deliver foundational coach-specific education and training. Continuing Coach Education (CCE) offerings provide advanced and supplemental learning opportunities for trained and credentialed coach practitioners.
Why Attend an Accredited Program?
You can trust in an ICF-accredited program. Organisations that are accredited by ICF have completed a rigorous evaluation process to ensure their curriculum and policies meet the highest standards of the coaching profession. These programs are designed to prepare you for real-world coaching scenarios and set you on the path to a successful career.
Curricula for ICF-accredited programs are vetted, ensuring your education is based on today’s leading practices, so you are equipped to help clients with the demands of modern life.
Why complicate the process? ICF-accredited education sets you up for success on your journey to be a more effective coach including in pursuing a credential.
Completing an accredited program enhances your credibility, giving you a competitive edge and reinforcing your commitment to excellence. Why complicate the process? ICF-accredited education sets you up for success on your journey to be a more effective coach including in pursuing a credential.
CF accreditation safeguards your investment. These organisations are held to a rigorous code of conduct, guaranteeing fairness, integrity, and excellence for you and every student.
Accredited programs provide robust resources grounded in ICF’s ethics and core competencies, ensuring that every building block aligns with the standards that support long-term success.
The Right Program for You Is Out There. We'll Help You Find It.
Choosing the right coaching education program can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you. Whether you're just starting your journey or are looking to advance your skills, you can find the perfect program using the Education Search Service (ESS), a free, searchable directory of coaching education programs accredited by ICF.
Before you start your ESS search, take a moment to consider your unique career goals, learning style, and the type of coaching you want to pursue.
Find the Perfect Fit
Choosing an ICF accredited coach training program is an assurance that you receive training that meets ICF’s Gold Standard and reflects its Core Competencies for coaching.
To make your choice search the ICF Global training program search service.
The ESS is a free, searchable directory of coach training accredited by ICF.
Top 7 Questions to ask when choosing a coach training program
Read the ICF Australasian blog by Tracy Tresidder, MCC which provides general guidance on how to choose a coach training school.
Coach Specific Training
ICF does not offer training for becoming a coach. As the accrediting body, we cannot recommend any specific training programs.
ICF Australasia offers professional development for practiced coaches.Read the ICF Australasian blog by Tracy Tresidder, MCC which provides general guidance on how to choose a coach training school.
Coaching Education
ICF-accredited coach education has gone through a rigorous review process and demonstrated that its curriculum aligns with the ICF definition of coaching, Core Competencies and Code of Ethics.
ICF Accreditation and Nationally Recognised Qualification
Please note – accreditation of a coach training school by ICF is a different and separate process to a program being assessed as providing a recognised qualification. If you are interested in attaining a recognised qualification, please check with the training provider to confirm this.
In Australia you can also check at https://www.myskills.gov.au/ and in New Zealand https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/.
ICF-accredited coach education has gone through a rigorous review process and demonstrated that its curriculum aligns with the ICF definition of coaching, Core Competencies and Code of Ethics.