ICF(International Coaching Federation) Certified ACC Coach Qualification Course
The following qualification course outlines the mandatory steps required by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) to obtain the ICF ACC (Associate Certified Coach) credential.
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Completion of ICF Core Coaching Education (60 hours)
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Complete 60 hours of coaching education aligned with ICF standards.
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Completion of 10 Hours of Mentor Coaching
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After completing the 60-hour GIFT ICF Core Coaching Education, fulfill 10 hours of mentor coaching, which includes 7 hours of group mentoring and 3 hours of one-on-one individual mentoring with an ICF-certified mentor coach.
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Coaching Practice (100 hours)
Conduct 100 hours of real coaching sessions with various clients to gain practical experience and enhance coaching skills.
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ICF Credentialing Exam
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Take the ACC credentialing exam (*introduced as a written exam starting in 2024) to obtain the ACC certification. (*The ICF ACC credentialing exam is available in Korean.)
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- Performance Evaluation
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Submit recorded coaching sessions and receive an evaluation based on ICF core competencies. (*Students of the GIFT Holistic Coaching Academy can complete the performance evaluation exam in Korean.)
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Application and Approval for ACC Certification
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After completing all requirements, submit your application for ACC certification to ICF and receive approval.
GIFT Christian Whole-Person Coaching Academy Professional Certification Course
The GIFT Christian Holistic Coach Certification Course is a specialized education program designed to nurture professional Christian holistic coaches certified by GIFT, grounded in Christian faith and holistic healing principles.
This course aims to develop professional Christian coaches who promote the well-being of the body, mind, and spirit based on Christian values.
The program is structured into three levels (GCAC, GCPC, GCMC), systematically designed based on coaching experience and expertise.
Additionally, through specialized coaching education and training, you can acquire certifications in the following fields:
✅ Mental Health Coach
✅ Life Coach
✅ Senior Coach
✅ Spiritual Coach
✅ Leadership Coach
This program helps you build the skills needed to become a professional Christian coach based on Christian values and holistic approaches.
- This program aims to train professional whole-person coaching experts based on Christian values.
- To obtain the GIFT Christian Whole-Person Coaching Certification, you must complete the GIFT ICF Core Competencies Training Program.”
- Additionally, all educational and training courses completed at GIFT can be credited toward a master’s degree at Shalem International University, upon review.
LEVEL 1
🌿 Level 1: GIFT Christian Associate Coach (GCAC)
(Beginner – Foundational Coaching Skills Development and Practice)
📌 Requirements
Completion of the GIFT ICF Core Competency Training Program.
Minimum 120 CTH (Coaching Training Hours)
- Training hours completed at other institutions will be assessed individually for recognition.
Mentoring Sessions: 10 hours (ICF Level 1 overlap recognized).
Practice Hours: 100 hours of practical coaching.
Practical Exam:
Pass the GIFT Comprehensive Practical Exam.
- Pass the Specialized Coaching Practical Exam (based on your chosen field).
GIFT Performance Test:
Pass the performance test for your specialized field.
Specialized Field Coaching Certification:
Earn the GIFT Specialty Coach Certification by passing the specialized field practical and performance tests.
Final Certification:
After fulfilling all requirements, apply for the GIFT Christian Associate Coach (GCAC) certification.
🎓 Certification Earned:
✅ GIFT Christian Associate Coach (GCAC)
✅ Specialized Field Coaching Certificate (upon passing the respective field coaching exam).
LEVEL 2
🌿 Level 2: GIFT Christian Professional Coach (GCPC)
(Intermediate – Strengthening Professional Coaching Skills and Practical Experience)
📌 Requirements
Completion of the GIFT ICF Core Competency Training Program.
Minimum 180 CTH (Coaching Training Hours):
- Training hours completed at other institutions will be assessed individually for recognition.
- Mentoring Sessions: 10 hours (ICF Level 1 overlap recognized).
- Practice Hours: 500 hours of practical coaching.
- Practical Exam:
- Pass the GIFT Comprehensive Practical Exam.
- Pass the Specialized Coaching Practical Exam (based on your chosen field).
- GIFT Performance Test:
- Pass the performance test for your specialized field.
- Specialized Field Coaching Certification:
- Earn the GIFT Specialty Coach Certification by passing the specialized field practical and performance tests.
- Final Certification:
- After fulfilling all requirements, apply for the GIFT Christian Professional Coach (GCPC) certification.
🎓 Certification Earned:
✅ GIFT Christian Professional Coach (GCPC)
✅ Specialized Field Coaching Certificate (upon passing the respective field coaching exam).
LEVEL 3
🌿 Level 3: GIFT Christian Master Coach (GCMC)
(Advanced – Mastery of Coaching Skills and Advanced Coaching Competencies)
📌 Requirements
Completion of the GIFT ICF Core Competency Training Program.
Minimum 250 CTH (Coaching Training Hours):
- Training hours completed at other institutions will be assessed individually for recognition.
- Mentoring Sessions: 10 hours (ICF Level 1 overlap recognized).
- Practice Hours: 1500 hours of practical coaching.
- Practical Exam:
- Pass the GIFT Comprehensive Practical Exam.
- Pass the Specialized Coaching Practical Exam (based on your chosen field).
- GIFT Performance Test:
- Pass the performance test for your specialized field.
- Specialized Field Coaching Certification:
- Earn the GIFT Specialty Coach Certification by passing the specialized field practical and performance tests.
- Final Certification:
- After fulfilling all requirements, apply for the GIFT Christian Master Coach (GCMC) certification.
🎓 Certification Earned:
✅ GIFT Christian Master Coach (GCMC)
✅ Specialized Field Coaching Certificate (upon passing the respective field coaching exam).
