ICF Level 2 Credential Validation Process
Pathway to an ICF Professional Coach Certification: Level 2
ICF Credentials and Standards demand rigorous training and education, acknowledging the dedication of practicing coaches who have not yet gained ICF certification. Many of these coaches bring years of valuable experience and have invested significantly in non-ICF-accredited programs, which may meet the specific education requirements set by the ICF.
For those in this category, we offer an equivalency pathway to qualify for ICF Coach Certification. This pathway is designed for candidates presenting a portfolio of educational hours for equivalency assessment by Coach Academy (CA). This initiative ensures that all dedicated coaches have the opportunity to align their skills and experience with ICF standards.
Please note, the prices listed are subject to change and this document does not constitute a binding proposal. Prices may fluctuate based on market conditions.
ICF Level 2 Equivalency Requirements
Education Hours for Level 2 Equivalency
At least 125 hours of coach-specific education or training with robust documentation, demonstrating a comprehensive coach education aligned with:
- ICF Definition of Coaching
- ICF Code of Ethics
- ICF Core Competencies
Education hours may include ICF-accredited courses, Continuing Coach Education (CCE) training, and/or non-ICF-accredited courses.
Mentoring Hours Required for Level 2 Equivalency
At least 10 hours of ICF Mentor Coaching hours.
- The Mentor Coach must hold a PCC or MCC Credential in good standing.
- At least 10 hours of Mentor Coaching must be delivered one-to-one with the Mentor Coach.
Performance Evaluation: Passing Grade Required for Equivalency
A passing grade on the CA Coaching Performance Evaluation, to be assessed by the CA Assessment Team.
To qualify for the Performance Evaluation a Coach must:
- Provide a coaching log showing a minimum of 50 hours of coaching
- Must have completed 10 hours of mentoring with a CA Mentor
Level 1 Equivalency Fees Include
- Assessment and validation of Coach Education hours
- 10 Hours of Individual Mentoring
- Performance Evaluation
- Certificate of Completion for Level 2 ICF Credential
- $4500/ application (plus tax)
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of all requirements, the Coach will be awarded a Level 2 ICF Certificate of Completion. This will permit the coach to bypass the portfolio application pathway and go straight to the Level 2, PCC application pathway.
ICF Application
The ICF Level 2 application process is not governed by Coach Academy. Upon completion of equivalency requirements, the coach will proceed to the ICF website to complete the application.
ICF Requirements:
- ICF Level 2 Certificate of Completion
- Proof of 10 Mentoring Hours
- Attestation to a minimum of 500 hours (450 paid) of coaching hours logged with at least twenty (20) clients. A coaching log showing 500 hours must be kept by the coach documenting these hours.
Terms & Conditions
We reserve the right to refuse equivalency status under the following conditions:
- Failure to make payment in full
Failure to provide proper documentation of Coach education hours completed - Failure to provide a minimum of 50 hours of coaching logged
- Failure to demonstrate an ICF Level 2 standard of Coaching as determined by assessors
All requirements must be completed within 12 months of the application date to remain valid and to avoid additional fees. There are NO refunds for this offer.
Additional fees may be incurred:
- Incomplete Mentoring Hours – $250/ session
- Failure to take the Performance Evaluation within 12 months – $600
- Retake of Performance Evaluation – $200
The Application Fees Do Not Include:
- ICF Application Fees (or any ICF-related fees)
- Membership to the Coach Academy Community Platform
- Applicable Taxes on fees listed
