ICF Coaching Credentials

Your pathway to professional excellence

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) offers three levels of coaching credentials, each representing a significant milestone in your professional development. Discover which credential aligns with your coaching journey.

The Credential Pathway

Progress through three levels of professional achievement

ACC

Level 1
100Hours

Associate Certified Coach

Begin Your Professional Coaching Journey

The ACC credential is your first step into professional coaching certification. It validates your coaching training and foundational understanding of the ICF Core Competencies.

Training
60h
Mentor Coaching
10h
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PCC

Level 2
500Hours

Professional Certified Coach

Advance Your Coaching Practice

The PCC credential marks a major step in your coaching career. It reflects advanced coaching skill, substantial experience, and ongoing investment in professional growth.

Training
125h
Mentor Coaching
10h
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MCC

Level 3
2500Hours

Master Certified Coach

The Highest Level of ICF Coaching Certification

The MCC credential is the highest coaching achievement recognized by the International Coaching Federation. It requires mastery of the coaching craft and years of sustained, high-quality practice.

Training
200h
Mentor Coaching
10h
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Requirements Comparison

Compare the requirements for each credential level

Requirement
ACCLevel 1
PCCLevel 2
MCCLevel 3
Coaching Hours100hours500hours2500hours
Training Hours60hours125hours200hours
Mentor Coaching10hours10hours10hours
Performance Evaluation
ICF Code of Ethics
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