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The ICF is renowned for its globally recognized credentialing program. Learn more, including how to apply for or renew your credential.
Interested in partnering with a professional coach? Search through the ICF's database of ICF Credentialed coaches and member directory.
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The ICF defines coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.
Professional coaching is an interactive process that helps individuals and organizations improve their performances and achieve extraordinary results. Professional coaches work with clients in all areas, including business, career, finances, health and relationships. As a result of professional coaching, clients set better goals, take more action, make better decisions, and more fully use their natural strengths.
Individuals interested in finding a professional coach, whether it be an Executive Coach, Life Coach, Career Coach, Organizational Coach, etc., can use the ICF's Coach Referral Service to search for a coach or browse through the ICF Member Directory.
WHY AN ICF CREDENTIALED COACH?
A professional coach who has been credentialed by the International Coach Federation has met ICF's stringent requirements of coaching. An ICF Credentialed coach has received very specific coach training, has achieved a designated number of experience hours and has been coached by a mentor coach.
Search for an ICF Credentialed coach now using the ICF's Coach Referral Service.
Read more tips on selecting a coach in the ICF's A Guide to Choosing a Professional Coach.
