ACC Credential
Requirements | Level 1 / Level 2 / ACTP Path | ACSTH Path | Portfolio Path |
|---|---|---|---|
Coaching Education | Completion of a Level 1, Level 2 or a full ACTP program, including final assessment | 60+ hours of coach-specific education through either part of an ACTP program or completion of ACSTH program(s) | 60+ hours of coach-specific education that include use of CCE program(s) or non-ICF accredited program(s) |
Coaching Experience | 100+ hours with 8 or more clients, of which 75 hours are paid. At least 25 of these hours (paid or unpaid) must occur within 18 months of submitting your credential application | 100+ hours with 8 or more clients, of which 75 hours are paid. At least 25 of these hours (paid or unpaid) must occur within 18 months of submitting your credential application | 100+ hours with 8 or more clients, of which 75 hours are paid. At least 25 of these hours (paid or unpaid) must occur within 18 months of submitting your credential application |
Mentor Coaching | Completed in Level 1, Level 2, ACTP program | 10 hours with a PCC, MCC credentialed coach or an ACC who has renewed, over 3 months or longer, 3 hours must be one-on-one | 10 hours with a PCC, MCC credentialed coach or an ACC who has renewed, over 3 months or longer, 3 hours must be one-on-one |
Performance Evaluation | Completed in Level 1, Level 2, ACTP program | Submit 1 recorded coaching session with transcript | Submit 1 recorded coaching session with transcript |
Credential Exam | Required | Required | Required |
Application Fees | $175 USD – ICF Member | $325 USD – Non Member | $375 USD – ICF Member | $525 USD – Non Member | $475 USD – ICF Member | $625 USD – Non Member |
Estimated Review Time | 4 weeks | 14 weeks | 14 weeks |