BECOME AN ICF CERTIFIED COACH

Make a powerful difference in the lives of others

Step into a career where your passion fuels purpose, your voice inspires others, and growth becomes your lifelong companion. Take the first step today and unlock your potential.

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Coaching Education

Level 1 & Level 2
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Team Coaching

Advanced Accreditation
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CCE

Continuing Coach Education
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Support for coaches

Mentoring & Supervision
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Coacing Education

Level 1 & Level 2
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Team Coaching

Advanced Accreditation
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CCE

Continuing Coach Education
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Support for coaches

Mentoring & Supervision

What is Coaching?

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) defines coaching as a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires transformation, unlocks potential, and drives meaningful results. Through this journey, you’ll develop the ability to catalyze change, build deep trust, and guide leaders, teams, and professionals across industries in achieving clarity, confidence, and sustainable growth.

Becoming a coach means doing the inner work to grow into someone who leads with presence, empathy, and purpose.

Why Become a Professional Coach?

Becoming a professional coach is more than a career choice – it’s a commitment to helping others succeed and unlocking their full potential.

Coaching is a transformative journey. It enhances your ability to listen, empathize, and connect deeper while providing flexibility, fulfillment, and global opportunities. In a world where people are seeking meaningful careers, coaching stands out as a profession that creates change in others and enriches your own life. Those pursuing quality education and credentials gain a competitive edge in this growing, in-demand field where every conversation can inspire change.

Upcoming ICF Certified programs

all at 5 pm CET, 4 hours per module

ICF Level 1 (ACC) (64h) – 2026

from February 25th
to May 6th

4 hours

every Wednesday

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ICF Level 2 (PCC) (64h) -2026

from February 26th to April 16th

4 hours

every Thursday

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ICF Team Coaching ACTC 2026

from February 27th
to May 15th

4 hours

every Friday

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ICF Level 1 (ACC) (64h) – 2026

from April 23th
to July 2nd

4 hours

every Thursday 

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What is the International Coaching Federation (ICF)?

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the world’s largest and most recognized organization for professionally trained coaches. Since its founding, ICF has been dedicated to setting the highest standards in coaching, ensuring that coaches worldwide meet rigorous education, experience, and ethical requirements. In 2020, ICF evolved into a central hub for all things coaching, expanding beyond a membership organization to shape the future of the coaching industry.

ICF is a global leader in coaching excellence, bringing together key aspects of the profession, including accreditation, research, and a worldwide community of trained professionals. By leading the global advancement of coaching, ICF empowers coaches, businesses, and communities to unlock potential and create lasting impact.

What’s the right coaching path for you?

Whether you’re just beginning your coaching journey or looking to deepen your expertise, we offer educational programs aligned with the first two ICF credential levels. Depending on the course, you’ll be on track to earn your Associate Certified Coach (ACC) or Professional Certified Coach (PCC) designation.

Professional Coaching Program Level 1

​The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Level 1 Program is a comprehensive training pathway designed for individuals aiming to become professional coaches. This program equips participants with the foundational skills and knowledge necessary to achieve the ACC credential, a globally recognized certification in the coaching profession.

Program Overview:

The Level 1 ACC program is tailored for those beginning formal coaching education. It emphasizes the development of core coaching competencies, enabling participants to facilitate transformational conversations and foster meaningful change in clients’ personal and professional lives. The curriculum blends theoretical frameworks with practical applications, ensuring learners can effectively apply coaching principles in real-world scenarios.​

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Professional Coaching Program Level 2

​The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Level 2 Program is an advanced training pathway designed for experienced coaches aiming to deepen their expertise and achieve the esteemed PCC credential. This program emphasizes developing sophisticated coaching skills, enabling practitioners to facilitate profound and sustainable transformations in individuals and teams.​

Program Overview:

The Level 2 PCC program is structured to bridge the gap between Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and PCC credentials. It focuses on equipping coaches with the insights to navigate complex coaching scenarios, mainly when working with senior leaders and within organizational contexts. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring participants are well-prepared to address nuanced challenges in professional coaching at elevated levels.

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What’s the Difference Between Level 1 and Level 2?

Our Level 1 Professional Coaching Program is designed for those just starting their coaching journey and undertaking their first formal coach training. Graduates of this program will be equipped to pursue the ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential.

Our Level 2 Professional Coaching Program takes coaching to the next level, helping coaches shift their focus from solving problems to truly understanding the person behind them. This program is ideal for those who have completed Level 1 training with the Coaching Expert Team or another ICF-accredited provider. Graduates will be prepared to pursue the ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential.

ICF Level 1 + Level 2 Package

The ICF Package is a comprehensive learning path for individuals committed to progressing through the ACC and PCC credential levels. This package offers a powerful blend of foundational and advanced coaching development by combining Level 1 and Level 2 into a single, integrated journey. It supports long-term growth while providing cost savings and a seamless credentialing experience.

Program Overview:

This package begins with the ICF-accredited Level 1 program, which lays the foundation for effective, ethical coaching aligned with the ACC credential. Participants then move directly into the Level 2 PCC program, deepening their coaching presence, sharpening advanced competencies, and expanding their ability to work with greater complexity, especially in organizational and leadership settings. The combined structure ensures a smooth transition between levels, consistent mentorship, and a unified learning experience.

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What Is Team Coaching?

As organizations increasingly rely on the collective power of teams to innovate, adapt, and achieve strategic goals, the demand for skilled team coaches is growing rapidly. Team coaching goes beyond one-on-one support—it helps entire teams unlock their full potential, improve collaboration, and navigate complexity together. Coaches specializing in this area have advanced skills to guide teams toward greater alignment, trust, and performance. With the right training, you will gain the proven competencies and best practices needed to support teams in a dynamic, fast-evolving business landscape.

ACTC

​The ICF Advanced Certification in Team Coaching (ACTC) is a specialized credential for experienced coaches who want to deepen their expertise in facilitating team development and performance. This certification emphasizes advanced competencies necessary to navigate the complexities of team dynamics, enabling practitioners to foster cohesive and high-performing teams.​

Program Overview:

The ACTC is structured to build upon existing coaching credentials, focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in team coaching. It equips coaches with the skills to manage intricate team interactions, establish effective coaching agreements with multiple stakeholders, and promote sustainable team autonomy. The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring participants address the nuanced demands of team coaching at an advanced level.​

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What is ICF Continuing Coach Education (CCE) Accreditation?

CCE accreditation is designed for organizations that offer advanced, specialized learning experiences for professional coaches. It supports coaches in deepening their expertise, expanding their skillset, and meeting requirements for credential renewal. By offering CCE-accredited programs, you not only contribute to the ongoing development of individual coaches—you also help elevate the standards and impact of the coaching profession as a whole.

Coaching skills

CCE accreditation is your gateway to delivering powerful learning experiences for coaches who are eager to elevate their skills, unlock new levels of expertise, and renew their credentials. By empowering their continuous growth, you’re shaping individual careers and advancing the coaching profession.

Program Overview:

Your curriculum should be centered around one of the following to help with coach development:

  • Core Competencies: Directly relates to or expands upon the ICF Core Competencies. This type of CCE education aims to deepen a coach’s practical skills and knowledge, enhancing their ability to coach clients effectively according to ICF’s highest standards.
  • Resource Development: Focuses on skills that complement coaching, like business development, personal growth, coaching tools and assessments, or other material that falls outside the ICF Core Competencies. This type of CCE education provides additional knowledge and resources that help coaches expand their expertise and support their overall effectiveness, including areas that indirectly enhance their coaching.
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Support for coaches

Professional coaching is a continuous journey of growth, reflection, and refinement. We offer dedicated support through ICF-accredited Mentor Coaching and Coaching Supervision—two powerful practices designed to elevate your effectiveness and presence as a coach. Mentor Coaching focuses on enhancing your alignment with the ICF Core Competencies, offering structured feedback, developmental dialogue, and insights that strengthen your confidence and skill. Coaching Supervision provides a reflective space to explore your coaching practice, navigate complex dynamics, and ensure ethical integrity. Whether you’re pursuing your next credential or deepening your mastery, this support is here to help you grow with clarity, courage, and care.

What is Mentor Coaching?

Mentor Coaching is a vital part of a coach’s professional journey, offering reflective support to deepen their coaching skills in alignment with the ICF Core Competencies. It’s more than feedback—it’s a developmental partnership that strengthens your ability to coach with greater presence, confidence, and impact. Whether you’re preparing for your next credential or enhancing your mastery, Mentor Coaching helps you grow through focused guidance, structured observation, and meaningful dialogue. With the right mentor, you will gain insight into your coaching style and elevate your effectiveness in service of your clients.

What is Coaching Supervision?

Coaching Supervision is a reflective practice that supports coaches in deepening their self-awareness, enhancing professional competence, and maintaining ethical integrity. It offers a safe space to explore coaching experiences, gain fresh perspectives, and evolve your practice through dialogue, insight, and feedback. More than just oversight, supervision nurtures continuous growth—strengthening your capacity to navigate complex client dynamics, build resilience, and stay aligned with ICF standards. With the right supervisor, coaching becomes not only more effective, but more impactful and sustainable.

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Why choose our programs?

Our ICF-accredited coaching programs are designed to unlock your full potential as a coach and leader by offering:

Globally recognized certification

Accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), trusted worldwide.

Comprehensive, hands-on training

From core fundamentals to advanced techniques, you’ll be prepared to coach with confidence.

Real-world practice with expert mentors

Gain practical experience through live coaching sessions guided by industry experts.

Career guidance and ongoing support

Receive mentorship, career coaching, and access to a vibrant, supportive community.

A launchpad for your future

Build a career you’re proud of with lasting skills and connections that grow with you.

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Frequently asked questions

Coaching is a process that helps individuals unlock their potential and achieve their personal or professional goals. Unlike therapy, which focuses on healing past wounds, coaching is future-oriented. Unlike mentoring, which involves an experienced person advising a less experienced one, coaching empowers clients to find solutions through powerful questioning and reflection.

You don’t need any prior coaching experience. Whether you’re new to coaching or have some experience, this program will equip you with the tools and frameworks to develop and apply coaching skills in different contexts.

Yes, the program is designed to be flexible, with evening and weekend sessions available to accommodate busy professionals.

This program will enhance your leadership, communication, and coaching skills, making you more effective in your current role or helping you transition into a coaching career. It also opens opportunities for professional growth, increased credibility, and certification through ICF.

The time required to get certified depends on the certification level you would like to pursue.

  • Level 1 (ACC Pathway) typically takes 3–6 months, including training, mentor coaching, and practice hours.
  • Level 2 (PCC Pathway) takes 6–12 months, including more advanced training and additional coaching experience requirements.

After completing the training, you will need to log your coaching hours, pass the ICF knowledge assessment, and submit your application to ICF for certification.

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Are you looking for in-house company training?

If your company requires private training, Coaching Expert Team can provide it online or in person, tailored to meet your organization’s specific needs. Ask about our service.

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