The Need for Remembering the New Policy Changes in Applications for ICF Credentials
The acknowledged
gold standard for life coaching, ICF has brought in a few changes in the
requirements for applying for credentials. It is necessary that applicants be
aware of the changed requirements so as to fully meet the required criteria.
The changes have come into effect from Jul 31 2018 and it is highly likely that
professionals may have missed on the updates or may not have been informed by
the training centre regarding the same. So here is a brief outline of the
changes that have been introduced. There are other changes also that have been
communicated by the ICF to the various individuals and institutes, but some
changes are scheduled to come into effect in 2019.
The need for
submitting proof as per new ICF ACC requirements
Under
the new ICF
ACC requirements individuals who plan to become Associate
Certified Coaches need to submit proof in the form of a recording and
transcript of a caching session. One live session of coaching needs to be
recorded and the transcripts along with the recording need to be submitted as
part of the performance evaluation. This has been brought about to bring about
greater consistency in the standards for professional coaches opting for the
ACSTH route to ICF credentials.
The need for
completing one cycle of credentialing
Another
requirement is the need for Associate Certified Coaches to have completed one
complete cycle of credentials through the renewal route, after which they can be
called as a Mentor Coach. The role of Mentor Coaches are important in training
of coaches. The improvement in standardization of Mentor Coaches makes it
possible for coaches to receive a higher level of training, which in turn will
assist the other coaches undergoing training from Mentor Coaches.
Key change
that has been incorporated
One
of the important changes that has been incorporated is of the credential
renewal applications. ACC renewal that required 10 hours of compulsory coaching
hours can now be used as a part of the 40 hours of Continued Coaching Education
necessary for obtaining ACC renewal. In other words, individuals trying for ACC
credential renewal need to have 10 hours of mentor coaching and 30 hours of
CCE. Out of the 30 hours of CCE, 11 hours need to be Core Competencies and
three hours each in coaching ethics.
Proof of
completion of comprehensive training
Individuals
trying to become Professional Certified Coaches or Associate Certified Coaches who
are working towards initial credentialing and who choose the Portfolio route
for getting credentials need to prove that they have completed a comprehensive
training program. This includes the coaching as defined by the ICF, the Code of
Ethics, and the Core Competencies. This has been developed in a manner so as to
encourage and assist the coach to develop in a manner that will transform the
coach. In other words, this new requirement replaces the old system where
aspiring coaches got to submit non-approved training hour details. This is
intended to improve the standards of coaching and professional excellence.
Soliciting
feedback from Master Coaches
Other
changes, apart from the changes that will be effective from next year include
feedback sought from Master Coaches. The idea behind ICF seeking feedback from
Master Coaches in the assessment procedures is for the purpose of putting
together recommendations in order to improve the scope, development and overall
professional ability of the coach. While the feedback is certainly not a compulsory
requirement as far as the aspirants and coaching centres are concerned, it is still
important. This is mainly because of the fact that ICF credentials require to
be renewed after a period. And therefore coaches will find it beneficial to
have systems and procedures in place that are more convenient and simplified,
without compromising on the standards that have been achieved and maintained by
ICF.
Annual
announcements of policy changes
The
ICF has also communicated to stakeholders of its intent to bring in changes
annually. This effectively means that procedures and processes will see improvements
as required. This dynamic quality will be of great use as individuals will now
find the credentialing system and the procedures to be more in tune with the
latest developments in the field of technology. We are in a technology driven
world and the use of technology has become a powerful tool everywhere. For
instance the need for submitting a recording of a live session is in itself a
powerful tool that helps to improve the standards. This was not available
earlier and makes it possible for candidates to prove that they have met the
standards as required. Similarly, as new technologies overtake the ecosystem,
the ICF credentialing system will see changes. The changes are planned to be
brought into effect on the February of every year.
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