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ICF Global Credentialing Support Resources 

The ICFNE team has gathered and added descriptions for ICF Global’s credentialing resources, to make them more accessible for members. 
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Need further support? The ICF Global Credentialing Team welcomes questions or requests, reach them by emailing support@coachingfederation.org, with "attn: Credentialing" in the subject line. 

Overview
 ICF Credentialing Overview

Learn what ICF credentials are and how they can support your coaching career
  

ICF Credentials
 ACC – Associate Certified Coach

Explore the requirements and steps to apply for the ACC credential.
  

 ACC Candidate Guide

Comprehensive guide to pursuing your ACC.
  

 PCC – Professional Certified Coach

Find out how to qualify and apply for the PCC credential.
  

 PCC Candidate Guide

Comprehensive guide to pursuing your PCC.
  
 MCC – Master Certified Coach

Understand what’s needed to reach the MCC level of credentialing.
  

  MCC Candidate Guide

Comprehensive guide to pursuing your MCC.
  

 ACTC – Advanced Certification in Team Coaching

Get details on earning the ACTC credential for team coaching.
  

 ACTC Candidate Guide

Comprehensive guide to pursuing your ACTC.
  
Requirements
 Education & Training Requirements

Check which types of coach training meet ICF standards.
  

 Experience Requirements

Find out how many client hours are needed for your credential.
  

 Mentor and Supervision Requirements

See what counts toward your mentor coaching and supervision hours.
  

 Performance Evaluations

Understand how your coaching skills will be assessed.
  

Application and Renewal
 Compare Credentials

See a side-by-side comparison of all ICF credential paths.
  

 Prepare for ICF Credential Application

Review the full process and checklist for credentialing.
  

 ICF Exams

Learn about the ICF Credentialing Exam and how to prepare.
  

 Apply for Credential

Start your ICF credential application here.
  

 Renew Your Credential

Get the steps and requirements to renew your ICF credential.
  

Standards and Verification
 Coaching Ethics

Review the ICF Code of Ethics and professional standards.
  

 Coaching Competencies

Explore the ICF Core Competencies that define coaching excellence.
  

 Verify a Coach

Search the ICF directory to confirm someone’s credential status.
  

 Credential Updates

Stay informed on the latest changes and announcements in credentialing.
  

Webinars and Learning Support
 ICF Global Credentialing Webinars

Access live and recorded webinars on credentialing topics and processes.
  

 ICF Learning Portal

Explore educational resources and continue education opportunities.
  

 ICF Engage

Explore educational resources and explore and continuing education opportunities.
  

ICF Global Credentialing Q&A Calls

This is a great opportunity to get questions answered directly by ICF Global Credentialing Staff. These 1-hour calls will complement, but take place separately from, the 2026 Credentialing Webinar Series (Expected to be available early next year in the ICF Learning portal)

  • The calls are not recorded, so feel free to ask any questions you have. 
  • Wordly, an AI translation platform, will be available and provides live translations in over 50 languages. 
  • Registration is required to receive the link to attend the call.
2026 Q&A Call Dates and Times:

June 3 – Applying for a Credential
 August 5 – Applying for a Credential
 October 7 – Renewing Your Credential
 Note: These calls are hosted by ICF Global, not by ICF New England. Please contact ICF Global support with registration questions or issues: support@coachingfederation.org