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Requirements for completion
Covering almost ten months (August–May, the UW Certified Professional Coach Program (UWCPC) is a comprehensive, 194 hour training program which includes ten hours of mentor coaching with an ICF credentialed coach. As a Level 2 ICF-Accredited program, graduates may apply for the Associate Certified Coach (ACC), or Professional Certified Professional (PCC) credential as outlined by the International Coaching Federation.
Requirements in detail
To complete the UWCPC Program, learners must successfully complete the following requirements:
- 194 hours of training, including 10 hours of mentor coaching
- 50 hours of field experience (practice coaching sessions)
- Weekly assignments/reading/homework activities (approximately 10-15 hours per week)
- Wisconsin Idea Project
- Final oral performance evaluation to demonstrate coaching skills and knowledge of ICF core competencies
- Final written exam (multiple choice)
Attendance requirements
To complete the UWCPC and receive the program certificate, learners must attend all classes. With an excused absence, participants may miss up to two (2) classes. Excused absences are not available for the first and/or last day of class. Learners who do not attend on these days, will not earn their certificate.
ICF accreditation
The International Coaching Federation’s Level 2 accreditation is for at least 125 contact learning hours and is designated as PCC Accredited Education. Graduates from a Level 2 education and training program may apply for the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Credential and/or the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Credential using the Level 2 application path if they meet the ICF’s credentialing requirements.