Fast Track to ICF Credential
Are you interested in obtaining the ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Credential? You've come to the right place. We've created a package just for those who want to streamline the process.
Deciding to pursue the ICF credential is a big step and the process can be confusing. If you have questions about the requirements, the process or if the ACC credential is right for you, we are here to help. Our Program Advisor can help answer your questions about the Fast Track to ICF Credential or other questions about coaching and Coaching Out of the Box®. Connect with a Program Advisor here.
Included in the Fast Track to ICF Credential package are all the programs you will need to achieve the required 60 hours of Approved Coach Specific Training Hours for ACC accreditation plus 7 hours of group mentor coaching that can be completed within six months. The Fast Track to ICF Credential includes three hours of 1:1 mentor coaching - a value of $795 CDN / $675 USD.
Click here for the 1:1 Mentor Coaching Program FAQ
Click the course links to read more about the program curriculum.
Module 1: 5.5.5 Coaching Skills Training Program™
Module 2: Coaching Fundamentals Program™
Module 3: Personal Groundwork for Coaching Program
Module 4: Advanced Coaching Skills Practicum
Module 5: ICF Coach Knowledge Assessment (CKA) Prep Class
Module 6: 1:1 Mentor Coaching Program
All programs are available for purchase individually, however by purchasing the Fast Track to ICF Credential package, all courses are discounted.
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Upcoming Program Dates
Click here to view the 2022 Fast Track to ICF Credential Course Calendar
Pre-Packaged Course Schedules:
The following packages have been strategically scheduled to allow for you to complete the required 60 hours of Approved Coach Specific Training Hours for ACC accreditation plus 7 hours of group mentor coaching and 3 hours of 1:1 mentor within six months - putting you on the Fast Track to ICF Credential. ICF Requirements are 10 hours of Mentor Coaching, 100 hours of Coaching Experience, and successful completion of the ICF Coach Knowledge Assessment Exam. Connect with a Program Advisor here for more information.
Package 1 - Day Classes beginning Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Module 1 - 5.5.5 Coaching Skills Training Program™ - Eight classes held on Wednesdays from 9:30-11:00am Pacific / 12:30-2:00pm Eastern on September 7 - October 26, 2022.
Module 2 - Coaching Fundamentals Program™ - Ten classes held on Mondays from 9:30-11:00am Pacific / 12:30-2:00pm Eastern on September 26 - December 5, 2022. No class on Monday, October 10, 2022.
Module 3 - Personal Groundwork for Coaching Program™ - Eight classes held on Wednesdays from 9:30-11:00am Pacific / 12:30-2:00pm Eastern on November 16, 2022- January 18, 2023. No classes on Wednesday, November 23, and December 28, 2022.
Module 4 - Advanced Coaching Skills Practicum - Eight classes held on Mondays from 9:30-11:00am Pacific / 12:30-2:00pm Eastern on January 9 - March 13, 2023. No classes on Monday, January 16, and February 20, 2023.
Module 5 - ICF Credential Assessment Prep (CAP) Class - Six classes held on Wednesdays from 9:30-11:00am Pacific / 12:30-2:00pm Eastern on February 22 - March 29, 2023.
Package 2 - Night Classes beginning Monday, October 24, 2022
Module 1 - 5.5.5 Coaching Skills Training Program™ - Eight classes held on Mondays from 5-6:30 pm Pacific / 8-9:30 pm Eastern on October 24 - December 12, 2022
Module 2 - Coaching Fundamentals Program™ - Ten classes held on Wednesdays from 5-6:30 pm Pacific / 8-9:30 pm Eastern on November 9, 2022 - January 25, 2023. No class on Wednesday, November 23, and December 28, 2022.
Module 3 - Personal Groundwork for Coaching Program™ - Eight classes held on Mondays from 5-6:30 pm Pacific / 8-9:30 pm Eastern on January 9 - March 20, 2023. No class on Monday, January 16, and February 20, 2023.
Module 4 - Advanced Coaching Skills Practicum - Eight classes held on Wednesdays from 5-6:30 pm Pacific / 8-9:30 pm Eastern on February 22 - April 12, 2023
Module 5 - ICF Credential Assessment Prep (CAP) Class - Six classes held on Mondays from 5-6:30pm Pacific / 8-9:30pm Eastern on March 20 - May 1, 2023. No class on Monday, April 10, 2023.
Pick and Choose your Course Schedule:
You have the option to pick your own course dates and times that work best for your schedule and have up to 18 months to complete the Fast Track to ICF Credential Package. Please refer to the 2022 Fast Track to ICF Credential Course Calendar to view all 2022 course offerings.
PRICE - $4,995 CDN / $4,295 USD
Payment Options Available
| Option 1 | CDN | USD |
| Due Upon Registration | $1,995.00 | $1,695.00 |
| Second Payment to be collected September 15, 2022 | $1,537.50 | $1,337.50 |
| Final Payment to be collected October 15, 2022 | $1,537.50 | $1,337.50 |
| Total Payment (includes $75 Payment Option Fee, excludes applicable taxes) | $5,070 | $4,370 |
| Option 2 | CDN | USD |
| Due Upon Registration | $1,295 | $995 |
| Second Payment to be collected September 15, 2022 | $770 | $690 |
| Third Payment to be collected October 15, 2022 | $770 | $690 |
| Fourth Payment to be collected November 15, 2022 | $770 | $690 |
| Fifth Payment to be collected December 15, 2022 | $770 | $690 |
| Final Payment to be collected January 15, 2023 | $770 | $690 |
| Total Payment (includes $150 Payment Option Fee, excludes applicable taxes) | $5,145 | $4,445 |
Training Format
All Programs are led by Coaching Out of the Box® ICF Credentialed Coaches with vast knowledge of coaching and delivery experience with the programs who can offer a wide perspective of best practices, tips, and techniques.
The programs are delivered in our virtual classroom. The classes are highly interactive and provide plenty of time for questions and sharing amongst learners. Click here to see our virtual classrooms in action.
Each webinar is 90 minutes long and classes will be recorded and can be accessed at any time from a computer if participants cannot make the scheduled class time.
All programs are loaded into our student portal giving you all of your course content in one easy location, access to this is granted for 2-years from the start of the FT program, giving you all of your study tools at your fingertips including course recordings, quizzes, mock exams and so much more.
In addition to our products and courses, we offer many different resources to support coaching skills development. This includes blog articles, free webinars, coaching videos, coaching guides, and more. Just go to Coaching Resources to view our complete resource offering.
To learn more about the Fast Track to ICF Credential Package, connect with a Program Advisor or visit our FAQ Page.
International Coaching Federation (ICF) ACSTH Approved Programs
All Programs in the Fast Track to ICF Credential package are part of our Coach Approach to Leadership Series™ which is approved by the ICF as an ACSTH Program. By completing the Fast Track to ICF Credential package you will have completed the approved coach specific training hour requirements for the ICF Associate Certified Coach Credential.
ICF Core Competency Hours Breakdown
5.5.5 Coaching Skills Training Program™ - 12 hrs
Coaching Fundamentals Program™ - 15 hrs
Advanced Coaching Skills Practicum - 12 hrs
Personal Groundwork for Coaching Program - 20 hrs
ICF Coach Knowledge Assessment (CKA) Prep Class - 9 hrs
Group Mentor Coaching - 7 hrs
1:1 Mentor Coaching - 3 hrs
Coaching Out of the Box® is recognized by SHRM to offer SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP professional development credits (PDCs). This program is valid for 68 PDCs. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit shrmcertification.org.
SHRM Personal Development Credits Breakdown
5.5.5 Coaching Skills Training Program™ - 12 PDCs
Coaching Fundamentals Program™ - 15 PDCs
Advanced Coaching Skills Practicum - 12 PDCs
Personal Groundwork for Coaching Program - 20 PDCs
ICF Coach Knowledge Assessment (CKA) Prep Class - 9 PDCs
