ICF-accredited · 10 CCE hours · Mentor Coach Specialization (MCS)
From January 1, 2027, ICF credential candidates must work with a mentor coach who holds the Mentor Coach Specialization. If you already mentor, our 3-week program covers two of the three requirements: the 10 hours of mentor coaching education and the evidence of five mentored mentees. It also guides you toward the third, ICF evaluation training.
First cohort starts November 15, 2026: three live Sundays on Zoom, 10am to 1pm PST. Early registration $900 until November 12, regular tuition $1,111. Recordings and materials included. Free info sessions November 3 and 10, 5 to 6pm PST.
ICF CCE, mentor coaching education
Live on Zoom: Nov 15, 22 and 29
First cohort start date, 2026
Early registration rate until Nov 12 (regular tuition $1,111). Graduates of our programs also pay $900.
ICF offers a Credit for Prior Learning path to the MCS for long-time mentor coaches. It has four parts. Our program covers parts 1 and 4 and guides you through part 3.
At least 10 hours, aligned with the ICF Mentor Coaching Competencies. Our program provides this.
An active PCC or MCC, or a renewed ACC, in good standing.
The current ICF evaluation training for each level you want (ACC BARS, PCC Markers or MCC BARS). You take it through ICF; we explain it and guide you through it. These hours do not count toward the 10.
Proof that five mentor coaching clients earned a credential in the past three years, or a letter from an ICF accredited provider confirming you mentored at least five students in that period. Our program covers this requirement too.
No. ICF awards the MCS. Our program covers the 10-hour education requirement. You then apply to ICF with the other documents listed above.
Through March 2027, ICF lists $50 for members and $125 for non-members. From April 2027 it lists $125 and $200. This fee is paid to ICF and is separate from our tuition.
The mentor coach requirement starts January 1, 2027, and the program runs three Sundays starting November 15. Early registration at $900 runs until November 12.
Join the free info session. We walk through eligibility and answer questions live.
Pick a date below. Free, 60 minutes, live on Zoom.
Early registration $900 until November 12, then $1,111. Recordings included.
Come to a free info session, or enroll in the November 15 cohort now.
Requirements and fees are as published by ICF (page last updated June 17, 2026): ICF Mentor Coach Specialization. Check ICF's site for the latest details.
