The International Coaching Federation recently announced that updated ICF credential candidate guides have now been released.
This is terrific news! I love a good guidebook! In fact, dog-eared guidebooks of all kinds line my bookshelves.
Whether you’re traveling, applying for continuing education program admissions, planning for professional certification, or taking the next step on your career path, the process can be overwhelming, and you are likely to have lot of questions along the way.
Luckily, guidebooks can be indispensable partners on the path, providing guidance, tips, and roadmaps to help you negotiate the journey.
Making use of guidebooks for your ICF credential applications will clear up misconceptions and set you on the fast track to success.
Here’s how:
Requirements: One of the first steps in any ICF credential application is to get a solid understanding of the specific requirements and expectations. The credential candidate guides provide detailed information on eligibility, the exam process, required documentation, timelines and more. This knowledge is essential for ensuring that your application is complete and meets all criteria.
Planning: The ICF credential candidate guides can serve as planning tools as you begin to map out your journey. You can use them to identify your gaps and create a to-do list for what is needed and when. Then, you can add your corresponding tasks to your calendar to create a timeline for reaching your credential goals.
Preparation: The new ICF Credentialing Exam and the Performance Evaluation are key aspects of your credential application. Understanding how each of these requirements are executed will help you to seek out mentor coaching groups and other resources that can support you, and increase your chances of success.
The ICF credential candidate guides can be welcome partners as you endeavor to secure your first, or next credential. They offer details on the process that will help you navigate the complexity of your credential application successfully.
You can find the updated ICF credential candidate guides for ACC, PCC and MCC credentials here.
Of course, I am always here to support you and cheer you on. Feel free to reach out to me directly.
If you are in need of CCE units for your credential renewal, or if you want to brush up on the new ICF Competencies, check out How to Learn the ICF Competencies: 32 Fun Activities to Get You Started.
If you are looking for mentor coaching, you will find more information here:
Cathy Shaughnessy, MCC, is an active ICF Assessor and ICF Mentor Coach Specialist for ACC, PCC and MCC. A graduate of the Royal Roads University Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching, Cathy has been coaching since 2008 and brings extensive experience as an executive coach, mentor coach, coach educator and assessor to her work with coaches.
Through Perspective In Action, Cathy provides mentor coaching and creates practical resources for coaches preparing for ICF credentials, credentialing exams, renewal and ongoing professional development. Her courses, exam preparation resources and learning tools help coaches deepen their understanding of the ICF Core Competencies, PCC Markers, Code of Ethics and Core Values, and apply that knowledge thoughtfully in their coaching.
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