What is an ICF Credential and what are the supports in place for you at the Chapter Level?
An ICF Credential is a professional certification indicating that you have met specific standards and requirements designed to develop and refine your coaching skills. It is an indication that you are dedicated to upholding strong principles of ethical behavior in coaching. An ICF Credential shows your clients and peers that you are committed to the coaching industry and to developing yourself as a coaching professional. ICF-CT is here to support your credentialing journey and has dedicated a committee, the Credentialing Support Committee, to help.
The Credentialing Support Committee offers the following:
- Quarterly Credentialing Q&A’s
Click Here to watch the January 15, 2025 Virtual Meeting: Watch Video - Credentialing Support Committee Q & A
- Support for new candidates through the credentialing process
- Support for members through the credentialing renewal process
- Links to appropriate ICF Global resources
- Education to CT residents on what coaching is (and isn’t), and how to find a credentialed coach
To access these supports:
- Review the links below related to ICF credentialing, the credentialing exam, renewing your credential, and more
- Attend a Credentialing Q&A (announced in the Chapter newsletter and on the ICF-CT events calendar)
- Email general questions to: credentialingsupport@icf-ct.org
- Visit the ICF Global website for answers to specific questions: Support - International Coaching Federation
Credentialing Basics:
ICF offers the following three credentials, corresponding with the quantity of education and experience required to earn it.