About
The International Coaching Alliance
The International Coaching Alliance (ICA) is the official structure for the professional accreditation of coaches and coaching education programs, operating within the ASL Global Accreditation Institution. ICA establishes modern, forward-looking standards for the coaching profession and coaching models, built upon ethical principles, behavioral competencies, and the current global requirements for training and professional practice.
Who We Are — ICA
The International Coaching Alliance
serves as a global hub for advancing coaching as both a discipline and a transformative force. We continuously reimagine and modernize standards of excellence, aligning them with the demands of contemporary society and dynamic professional environments, setting benchmarks that reinforce coaching’s role as a catalyst for meaningful change within organizations and communities.
10 core coaching competencies (Version 21.2+), structured across 5 domains of professional mastery;
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A unified accreditation framework for professional coaches with transparent criteria and verified certification pathways;
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Accreditation pathways for education providers and programs aligned with ICA standards;
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ICA Global Coaching Community. Membership - a pathway into the evolving world of contemporary coaching.
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A searchable registry of accredited coaches and providers with unique ID verification.
BECOME A PART OF ICA
Be Part of a Global Movement
ICA
Global Coaching Standards
The International Coaching Alliance represents a global system of professional coaching standards rooted in principles of accountability, ethical maturity, critical thinking, and conscious presence. It offers a comprehensive foundation for the development of coaches who are equipped to support deep client transformation and maintain sustainable professional growth within a global context.
ICA Domains and Competency Structure
Accreditation Levels & Core Requirements
10 Coaching Competencies Version 21.2+
Structured by Domains of Professional Mastery
ESTABLISH COACHING AGREEMENT
05
Competency No.
Maintains Presence and Conscious Focus Throughout the Coaching Process
International Coaching Alliance (ICA)
Version 21.2+
ENGAGE REFLECTIVE LISTENING
06
Competency No.
Listens Actively and Engages in Reflective Awareness with the Client
International Coaching Alliance (ICA)
Version 21.2+
EMPOWER CLIENT GROWTH
09
Competency No.
Upholds the Integrity of the Client’s Personal Development
International Coaching Alliance (ICA)
Version 21.2+
INTEGRATE EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
10
Competency No.
Integrates Emotional Intelligence into Coaching Practic
International Coaching Alliance (ICA)
Version 21.2+
Begin ICA Accreditation Process
Complete the short form below to begin your accreditation journey. Our team will review your application and guide you through the next steps.
