I am preparing to apply for the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Credential and have already completed 125 hours of coach-specific education. Do I now need to take a Level 2-accredited program?

Modified on Fri, Mar 14 at 2:09 PM

No. While Level 2 accredited programs are designed to prepare students to coach at the PCC level, candidates can meet the coach-specific education requirements for the PCC Credential by completing a range of coach-specific education programs, including ICF-accredited and non-accredited programs. 


As long as you have completed at least 125 hours of coach-specific education that is aligned with the ICF Definition of Coaching, ICF Core Competencies and ICF Code of Ethics, you meet the coach-specific education requirements for the PCC. You can view the PCC education requirements here: Education and Training Requirements - International Coaching Federation

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