PCC Credential
Requirements | Level 2 / ACTP Path | Level 1 / ACSTH Path | Portfolio Path |
|---|---|---|---|
Coaching Education | Completion of a Level 2 or full ACTP program, including final assessment | 125+ hours of coach-specific education through Level 1 program and/or part of an ACTP program and/or completion of ACSTH program(s) | 125+ hours of coach-specific education that include use of CCE program(s) or non-ICF accredited program(s) |
Coaching Experience | 500+ hours with 25 or more clients, of which 450 hours are paid . At least 50 of these hours (paid or unpaid) must occur within 18 months of submitting your credential application | 500+ hours with 25 or more clients, of which 450 hours are paid. At least 50 of these hours (paid or unpaid) must occur within 18 months of submitting your credential application | 500+ hours with 25 or more clients, of which 450 hours are paid. At least 50 of these hours (paid or unpaid) must occur within 18 months of submitting your credential application |
Mentor Coaching | Completed in Level 2 or ACTP program | 10 hours with a PCC or MCC credentialed coach, over 3 months or longer, 3 hours must be one-on-one | 10 hours with a PCC or MCC credentialed coach, over 3 months or longer, 3 hours must be one-on-one |
Performance Evaluation | Completed in Level 2 or ACTP program | Submit 2 recorded coaching sessions with transcripts | Submit 2 recorded coaching sessions with transcripts |
Credential Exam | Required | Required | Required |
Application Fees | $375 USD – ICF Member | $525 USD – Non Member | $650 USD – ICF Member | $800 USD – Non Member | $750 USD – ICF Member | $900 USD – Non Member |
Estimated Review Time | 4 weeks | 14 weeks | 18 weeks |