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Foundation
Demonstrates Ethical Practice
Understands and consistently applies coaching ethics and standards of coaching
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ICF Core Competencies
Master the 8 fundamental competencies that define professional coaching excellence. Each competency includes level-specific markers for ACC, PCC, and MCC credentials.
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8 Core Competencies
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The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Core Competencies provide the foundation for professional coaching practice. These competencies define what coaches need to know and demonstrate at each credential level.
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Co-Creating the Relationship
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Co-Creating the Relationship
Establishes and Maintains Agreements
Partners with the client and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship
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Co-Creating the Relationship
Cultivates Trust and Safety
Partners with the client to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to share freely
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Communicating Effectively
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Communicating Effectively
Maintains Presence
Is fully conscious and present with the client, employing a style that is open, flexible, grounded, and confident
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Communicating Effectively
Listens Actively
Focuses on what the client is and is not saying to fully understand what is being communicated in the context of the client systems and to support client self-expression
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Cultivating Learning and Growth
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Cultivating Learning and Growth
Evokes Awareness
Facilitates client insight and learning by using tools and techniques such as powerful questioning, silence, metaphor, and analogy
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Cultivating Learning and Growth
Facilitates Client Growth
Partners with the client to transform learning and insight into action. Promotes client autonomy in the coaching process.
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