Coach Training Programs

ACTP and ACSTH programs have been approved by the ICF because they align with the ICF Core Competencies and ICF Code of Ethics.  ACTP and ACSTH programs will count toward the coach training requirements of an ICF Credential.

Coach Training Programs
Request an application for ICF approval of your training program by contacting the Program Coordinator at icftraining@coachfederation.org.

Prospective Students
Find an ICF-approved coach training program.

Credentialed Coaches
You may take ACTP and ACSTH programs for continuing education credit.  For more suggestions on continuing education, see our information about renewing your credential. 

Accredited Coach Training Programs (ACTP) Requirements

Each Accredited Coach Training Program (ACTP) must offer:

• A minimum of 125 hours of coach-specific training
• Training on all ICF Core Competencies and the ICF Code of Ethics
• A minimum of 6 observed-coaching sessions with an experienced coach
• A comprehensive final exam that evaluates a student's coaching competency
• In the US and Canada, a Director of Training holding the MCC credential; outside the US and Canada, and Director of Training committed to obtaining the MCC credential within 3 years of the application

Certified graduates of ACTPs may apply for an ACC or PCC credential using the ACTP graduate application.

Approved Coach Specific Training Hours (ACSTH) Requirements

Organizations that offer Approved Coach Specific Training Hours (ACSTH) must offer:

• A minimum of 30 hours of coach-specific training
• Training on some ICF Core Competencies and the ICF Code of Ethics

Graduates of ACSTH programs applying for an ACC or PCC credential must use the portfolio application rather than the ACTP graduate application.  The portfolio application includes an exam.