When you are finally ready to get formal training & certification in coaching, the options can seem endless and overwhelming. In this episode I will break down my top 3 recommendations for certifications that are great options for OT's. ICF credential; BCC credential & the NBC-HWC credential.

The first place to start is the ICF (this is the global standard for coaching). If you are interested in pursuing the other two credentials, check & be sure that the school you want is also accredited by the ICF (this will save you time, energy & money down the road). Not all BCC or NBC-HWC are also accredited by the ICF, so do your research.

Here is a quick breakdown of all the acronyms you will hear in today's episode along with the websites.  

First, the ICF Credential:

This is the link to learn more about the ICF: 

https://coachingfederation.org/

This is the link to begin looking for an ICF-credentialed school:

https://apps.coachingfederation.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?webcode=ESS 

Once you are on the site, there are 3 different types of acronyms you will notice

Level 1=ACSTH "Accredited Coach Specific Training Hours" programs

*least amount of hours required (60 hours)

*starts the pathway for ACC credential (Accredited Certified Coach) 

Level 2 & Level 3=ACTP "Accredited Coach Training Program"

*most comprehensive program (125+ hours to 200+ hours)

*starts pathways toward PCC (Professional Certified Coach) or MCC (Master Certified Coach) credential

Continuing Coaching Education (CCE) =continuing coach education

BCC= Board Certified Coach:

https://www.cce-global.org/bcc

NBC-HWC=National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach

https://nbhwc.org/

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Release Date: 09/06/2022, 22:58:04