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ICF Core Values & Ethics

A self-paced module that anchors your coaching practice in the ethical standards and core values defined by the International Coaching Federation.

Returning Student

Took this during Level 1?

Use this as a refresher. At the PCC level, ethical practice isn't just about following rules, it's fully integrated into who you are as a coach. Read through with fresh eyes and notice what lands differently now.

First Time

New to this content?

Take your time with this one. The ICF Code of Ethics is the foundation of your entire coaching practice. This course will shape how you show up with every client.

About the ICF & the Definition of Coaching

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Watch time: 2:02 min

Note to Self If the ICF Code of Ethics is not just a set of rules — how would you describe it?

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International Coaching Federation

About the ICF and the Definition of Coaching

Elias Scultori, MCC, speaks about the ICF and the ICF's definition of coaching

Watch time: 1:52 min

ICF Sets the Standards for Our Profession

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Cornerstone Documents

The ICF provides you and schools like ours with professional standards to operate by. The following links will take you to the cornerstone documents of that guidance.

Ethical Standards ICF Core Values Diversity & Inclusion ICF Core Competencies Minimum Skills Requirements — ACC Credential Minimum Skills Requirements — PCC Credential (PCC Markers) Minimum Skills Requirements — MCC Credential Standards for Credential Credentialing Process

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ICF Core Values

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Our Shared Commitments

Professionalism

We commit to a coaching mindset and professional quality that encompasses responsibility, respect, integrity, competence, and excellence.

Collaboration

We commit to develop social connections and community building.

Humanity

We commit to being humane, kind, compassionate, and respectful toward others.

Equity

We commit to use a coaching mindset to explore and understand the needs of others so we can practice equitable processes at all times that create equality for all.

Download ICF Core Values One-Sheet

The Pledge of Ethics of the ICF Professional

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Pledge of Ethics

"While fulfilling any role within the ICF ecosystem, I promise to uphold my ethical obligations by adhering to the ICF Code of Ethics in all my professional interactions. I commit to doing my best to represent the integrity and professional reputation of coaching and the ICF."

✕ Your Signature Will Go Here

This field is symbolic. By completing this course, you are signing your commitment to the ICF Code of Ethics.

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