ABOUT INTERNATIONAL COACHING ALLIANCE
International Coaching Alliance (ICA) is a global accreditation system that sets a new benchmark in the field of professional coaching. It brings together individual professionals, educational institutions, training programs, and certification platforms committed to responding to today’s challenges and shaping the future of the coaching profession.
ICA creates an intellectual space for development, professional support, and collaboration among coaches, training providers, and institutions that share high ethical and professional standards. The system is focused on continuous improvement and the integration of modern approaches into coaching education, certification, and practice.
In response to global transformations, ICA develops up-to-date accreditation standards that reflect societal shifts, emerging technologies, multicultural dynamics, and the growing need for deep integration of coaching into various domains of human development.
OUR MISSION.
Our mission is to cultivate a modern global culture of the coaching profession by implementing accreditation standards that reflect depth, ethics, and integrity in coaching practice. We support the advancement of responsible coaching that meets real-world needs across individuals, organizations, and societies.
VISION
We envision the future of coaching as a highly professional and socially impactful domain grounded in trust, knowledge, quality, and ongoing development. ICA aims to serve as a global reference point for those shaping the future of coaching education and professional practice.
VALUES
Quality — Commitment to high standards in coaching education and certification.
Ethics — Transparency, respect, and professional accountability at the core of our approach.
Accessibility — Equal opportunities across diverse learning formats and practices.
Innovation — Responsive development of accreditation standards aligned with global changes.
Professional Community — A collaborative culture of growth among coaches, providers, and institutions.
STRUCTURE OF ICA ACCREDITATION
The ICA accreditation system includes four key pathways:
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Individual Accreditation — For professional coaches.
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Programmatic Accreditation — For coaching-related training and certification programs.
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Provider Accreditation — For instructors and teaching platforms.
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Institutional Accreditation — For educational organizations implementing coaching at a systemic level.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Beyond accreditation, the International Coaching Alliance also offers professional mentoring for coaches, as well as consulting and implementation support for organizations seeking to integrate coaching-based methodologies into their internal culture, educational processes, or HR strategies.
