Why Join ICF?

The International Coach Federation is the leading global organization dedicated to advancing the coaching profession by setting high standards, providing independent certification, and building a worldwide network of credentialed coaches. The ICF currently has more than 14,000 members in over 80 countries.

The ICF has become a leader in the industry by establishing an independent credentialing program that now offers coaching credentials that are recognized worldwide. ICF members also agree to a Code of Ethics that adds professionalism to the industry.

ICF President Diane Brennan, MBA, MCC, discusses the ICF.
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We asked ICF members why they joined the association. Here are some of their most popular responses:

To join a coaching community
To belong to the premier professional coaching organization
Because of ICF's credentialing program
ICF is well-known for its commitment to raising the professional standards of coaching. Clients want to know that I'm professionally affiliated with a respected organization. I want to be able to cite the ICF code of conduct as my professional code of ethics.
Being part of a worldwide network of coaches, with access to up-to-date information about developments in the industry.
ICF provides connection to a global coaching community and legitimacy of this profession
To be part of the largest professional organization that credentials and supports professional coaches.
I like being part of a professional organization that is renowned in the coaching world. I think membership adds value to my status as a coach.
I believe the ICF is an important, standard-setting and unifying governance body for this budding industry.
Excellent coaching resources
Conferences
Integrity - If I call myself a coach, I should belong to the organization that supplies a code of ethics.
Access to research on coaching and development opportunities within the global coaching network
Opportunity to support the growth and professionalism of the coaching industry
Belonging to the ICF shows my clients that I operate to a high standard of ethics and professional conduct and am committed to my own continued self development. The ICF, in my opinion, is also the way forward in credentialing and regulation of this wonderful profession.

Join the over 14,000 coaches that have made becoming an ICF member a priority. This young profession is well on its way to becoming an exciting industry. Take an active role in its growth! Become an ICF member today .