
Coach Education
Your Clear Path to
ICF Certification
The Center for Executive Coaching ICF-Accredited programs are all-inclusive built to guide you to mastering International Coaching Federation (ICF) competencies and to ensure you have everything you need for completing Level 1 and Level 2 certification requirements.

Your Success Is Our Priority
Here’s How We Make It Happen
- Trusted, ICF-Accredited Training
Feel confident knowing you're learning from a program that does more than just meet the International Coaching Federation’s highest standards. - Coaching Hours, Simplified
You’ll complete your coaching practice and mentor coaching requirements—without stress or confusion. - Personalized Mentorship
Our expert faculty guide you through every challenge, question, and milestone with real-time feedback tailored to your goals. - A Community That Lifts You Up
Join a global network of motivated, like-minded coaches committed to learning, growth, and success.
What Sets Us Apart
- Real Practice with ICF Core Competencies
Understand and apply ICF core competencies to real scenarios through practice. - Hands-On Experience
Build confidence through practice with peers and mentor coaching. - Proven Coaching Methodologies
Learn coaching skills with tools that get results and build long-term client relationships. - Strategic Positioning
Learn how to market yourself, attract clients, and grow your coaching business
Your Certification Roadmap
Understanding The Path to Your ICF Certification
Confirm Your
Goal
Choose your ICF certification path -whether you're pursuing your first ACC or PCC credential, advancing to the ACTC , fulfilling Continuing Coach Education hours, or upgrading to PCC. Each path includes a program designed to do more than just meet ICF standard.
Enroll In An Accredited Program
Acquire & Log Coach Education Hours
Acquire and Log Coach Practice Hours
Complete Mentor Coaching Hours
Submit Hours to CEC for Validation
Apply for the ICF & Pass the Exam
The Center for Executive Coaching program packages and delivers an entire career-in-a-box. Out of the range of ICF training available, the Center for Executive Coaching is the clear leader and I'd recommend it without reservation to anyone who wants to be an exceptional coach!
Explore a Variety of
Pathways to ICF certification
Each of these CEC programs are ICF-accredited and include the high-quality support, tools, and guidance that our members praise.
Virtual
Combine on-demand learning with live virtual webinars according to your schedule. Start anytime and go at your own pace.
Intensive Virtual
Join a 2-day weekend or 3-day weekday live seminar and earn your certification fast. 100% online learning.
Intensive In-Person
Immersive multi-day seminar at a CEC-hosted destination with hands-on learning and peer interaction.
Full CEC
Program
Our most comprehensive solution accelerates your completion of ACC and/or PCC requirements through a combination of 2-3 day virtual seminars followed by self-paced learning & shorter sessions.
ICF Path to Certification Program
Designed for individuals seeking a focused route to ICF credentials, completed at their pace and on their schedule, through self-study and hour-long live webinars.
Upgrade from
ACC to PCC
For those who already hold an ACC and want to upgrade efficiently to PCC.
University-Backed Certification
Earn your certification through CEC with additional content from a respected academic partner, combining academic credibility with coaching expertise.
Team Coach
Certification Program
Tailored for those pursuing the ICF Advanced Certification in Team Coaching (ACTC), this program provides everything needed to apply, including coaching supervision.
Continuing Coach Education
Complete Continuing Coach Education requirements for ICF certification renewal by attending one or more of our Professional Development Series events.
Program |
Best For |
Credential Path |
Key Features |
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Full CEC Program |
New and experienced coaches who want an accelerated program |
ACC & PCC |
Includes all required training and mentor coaching hours acceleration by virtual seminar. |
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ICF Path to Certification |
Professionals seeking acertification experience that fits their schedule |
ACC & PCC |
Structured curriculum, flexible pacing, peer support, mentor coaching |
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Upgrade from |
ACC-certified coaches ready to level up |
PCC |
Pathway to earning all coach training hours |
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University-Backed Certification |
Coaches who value university partnership and credibility |
ACC & PCC |
Academic alignment, dual brand prestige, expert faculty, additional modules |
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Certified Team Coaching Program |
Coaches pursuing ICF ACTC credential |
ACTC |
Advanced team coaching training, coaching supervision hours, tools and practicum |
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Continued Certified Coaching Series |
Coaches seeking to earn CCE hours for recertification & deeper skillsets |
CEUs (Coach Education Units) |
Available select times each year, multi-hour live webinars, tools to keep |
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