ICF Accredited CCE Course Offerings

CCE (continuing coach education) plays an indispensable role in the professional development of coaches by helping them hone their skills and stay current with industry trends. For coaches who hold an ICF credential awarded by the International Coach Federation, 40 CCEUs (continuing coach education units) are required every three years to satisfy the ICF’s CCE requirements for credential renewal.

Leadership Circle is proud to offer two ICF Accredited CCE Courses that provide coaches the opportunity to satisfy up to 34.66 CCEUs while earning a prestigious and globally recognized certification in our industry-leading coaching assessment tools, uniquely designed for leadership development coaching.

The International Coach Federation (ICF) awards accreditation to organizations that meet the high quality standards set forth by this reputable governing body. This accolade demonstrates alignment with ICF’s rigorous standards, core competencies, and ethical guidelines. Participation in an ICF Accredited CCE course not only guarantees that a program has met stringent quality standards but also provides assurance that time invested contributes directly toward the renewal of ICF credentials.

No! Having an ICF credential is not required to take our CCE courses, although you must have education or experience in 1:1 coaching to register. Qualifying experience may include work as work as a professional counselor, therapist, educator, consultant, or other professions that incorporate coaching into their work scope or role functions.

If you aren’t sure whether your prior experience qualifies, please contact us.

All ICF Credential holders must obtain 40 CCEUs every three years in order to renew their credential.

Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Renewal Requirements – 40 CCEUs:

• 24 in Core Competencies (3 of which must be in Ethics and 10 through receiving Mentor Coaching)
• Remaining 16 may be in Core Competencies or Resource Development 

Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Renewal Requirements – 40 CCEUs:

• 24 are in Core Competencies (3 of which must be in Ethics)
• Remaining 16 may be in Core Competencies or Resource Development 

Master Certified Coach (MCC) Renewal Requirements – 40 CCEUs:

• 24 in Core Competencies (3 of which must be in Ethics) 
• Remaining 16 may be in Core Competencies or Resource Developmente renewal of ICF credentials.

CCEUs are awarded in two primary categories, as well as subsequent areas of focus within those broader categories.

Core Competencies: This category encompasses supplemental and continuing coach education that directly relates to or expands upon the ICF Core Competencies, such as communicating effectively, creating awareness, cultivating learning and growth, and demonstrating ethical practice.

Ethics: 

Ethics CCEUs fall within the category of Core Competency and are centered around the ethical standards set forth by the ICF such as demonstrating personal integrity, upholding client confidentiality, and referring clients to other support professionals as needed. Regardless of credential, all ICF Credential-holders must earn 3 Core Competency CCEUs in the area of Ethics to be eligible to renew their credential. The ICF has developed a Free Ethics CCE Course to help credential-holders satisfy this requirement.

Mentor Coaching: 

CCEUs obtained through mentor coaching are considered Core Competency CCEUs. Mentor coaching involves being on the receiving end of a coaching session facilitated by a fellow ICF credential holder. Not only does this encourage personal development but it also allows the recipient to benefit from observing the coaching skills and techniques demonstrated by their mentor.  ACC credential holders are required to receive 10 hours of mentor coaching to satisfy ACC renewal requirements.

Resource Development: This category includes education in skills that contribute to a coach’s professional development that falls outside the ICF Core Competencies, such as coaching tools or assessments, business building, or self-study materials to help you grow as a coach.

Free ICF CCE Ethics Course:

The ICF has developed free Ethics CCE Course that earns participants 3 Core Competency CCEUs in the area of ethics upon completion. (Regardless of credential, all ICF Credential-holders must earn 3 CCEUs in Ethics to be eligible to renew their credential). 

ICF Education Search Service (ESS): 

You can find other ICF accredited CCE courses by using the federations Education Search Service. Simply select “CCE” in the “Accreditation Type” field and apply any other filters that are relevant to your preferences. Using the ESS is also a great way to verify the ICF accreditation status of organizations who advertise this endorsement.