The ESS is a free, searchable directory of coaching education that is accredited by ICF. 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.
Watch the video below for tips on using the Education Search Service
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.
Read the ICF Australasian blog by Tracy Tresidder, MCC which provides general guidance on how to choose a coach training school.
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.
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.
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/.
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