Becoming associated with a local ICF chapter offers benefits such as reduced fees for events and workshops, chapter voting privileges, eligibility for board positions, participation in local conferences, networking opportunities, special interest (LINC) groups, and earning Continuing Coaching Education Units (CCEUs).

“Membership” types typically include Full Membership for those already part of ICF Global and Associate Membership for those not part of ICF Global. The fees and specific benefits associated with each type vary.

No, it is not required to be a member of ICF Global to associate with a local chapter. However, Full Membership in a local chapter is available for those who are also members of ICF Global.

Local ICF chapters offer various training and development programs, such as ICF-accredited training, mentor coaching, professional development modules, special interest (LINC) groups, and access to specialized training programs.

Earning and maintaining ICF credentials involves meeting specific educational and experience requirements, passing performance evaluations, and adhering to ICF’s ethical standards. Continuing education and professional development are also required to maintain credentials.

Local ICF chapters provide support for new coaches through mentoring programs, networking opportunities, workshops, special interest (LINC) groups, and access to a community of experienced coaches for guidance and collaboration.

Local ICF chapters contribute by raising awareness about the coaching profession, providing a network for learning and sharing opportunities, and supporting initiatives like pro bono coaching for specific groups such as veterans.

You must be logged into the website to access your profile. Select the "profile" link located just above the main menu.

Your profile is accessible from the "Find a Coach" page. A potential client or other member can access your profile by clicking on your name. The profile information you have submitted and choose to display will be visible. The more information you include, the better!

You should always maintain current contact information on your profile for membership purposes, but you can control the information that is shared on the "Find a Coach" page.

Access your profile and select the Member Directory option, under the personal info column. The first item on the page it the option to select Visibility of your information. A drop down menu is available. Choose from the options provided to limit or permit visibility of your personal information.

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Membership renews annually based on the date that you originally joined the organization. Memberships are valid for one year from the date you joined or your last renewal date.

Your membership expiration date can be viewed on your Profile page.

Approximately 30 days before your membership expires, you will receive an email to notify you of the need to renew and a website link to complete your renewal online. Please complete the online form, verify your contact information and make any needed updates.

For all successful registrations, two confirmation emails are sent within the hour. If you did not receive both a Registration Confirmation and a Payment Confirmation, there was a problem and your registration is not complete.