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ICF-ACC Exam Syllabus

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Before starting your ICF-ACC exam preparation, it is recommended to review the complete ICF Associate Certified Coach exam syllabus and carefully go through the exam objectives listed below. Once you understand the exam structure and objectives, you should practice using our free ICF-ACC questions. We also provide premium ICF-ACC practice test, fully updated according to the latest exam objectives, to help you accurately assess your preparedness for the actual exam.

ICF-ACC Exam Objectives

Section Weight Objectives
Coaching Ethics 30%
  • Knowledge of professional ethics codes.
  • Identifying what constitutes a conflict of interest.
  • Awareness of relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies and procedures around confidentiality (e.g., what factors would necessitate breaking confidentiality).
Definition and Boundaries of Coaching 30%
  • Mastery of the definition of coaching.
  • Knowledge of the coaching process and how it differs from other related professions (therapy, counseling, mentoring, consulting).
  • Recognition of when and how to make appropriate referrals to mental health professionals.
  • Ability to recognize the signs of mental health conditions that may block progress in coaching.
Coaching Competencies, Strategies, and Techniques 40%
  • Understanding how to contract with clients (e.g., key elements of a coaching agreement).
  • Comprehension of ICF Core Competencies.
  • Expertise in goal setting and motivation strategies.
  • Proficiency with various coaching techniques, tools, and resources
Official Information https://coachingfederation.org/credentials-and-standards/acc-exam