FAQs on Coaching Accreditation

Not yet! However, as a member, you can access all the support and benefits we offer to help you pass your accreditation and develop your coaching skills and business. The accreditation process is detailed on our home page. 

Successful accreditation lasts for three years. You must maintain a Contining Professional Development (CPD) log to demonstrate your ongoing learning. A fee is required for recertification. Click here for more information about CPD requirements.

We require our members to complete a minimum of 30 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training each year. CPD encompasses both professional and personal growth. Download our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) PDF guide.

The accreditation process is on the following pages:

• Coach Accreditation Criteria
• Mentor Accreditation Criteria
• Course Accreditation Criteria
• Corporate Accreditation
• Client-Facing Signature Programme Accreditation

Whether you are a personal coach, mentor, training provider, or part of a corporate in-house program, your IAPC&M accreditation signifies excellence. You can showcase a visible, internationally recognised logo that guarantees your capability and quality. This logo gives you a considerable advantage in a highly competitive market, setting you apart from individuals and organisations that are not independently and professionally accredited.

While we cannot guarantee the quality of any coach or mentor, our IAPC&M accreditation process is both rigorous and extensive. Any accredited coach has proven that they meet our exacting standards.

Please navigate to our coaches and mentors directory to find a list of accredited coaches and mentors. Each coach has details of their specialities and other information to help you decide who to contact. We recommend you talk to at least two coaches to ensure you find the one who is right for you.

Coaching can be highly beneficial if you have specific goals or challenges that you want to address and are looking for a structured, supportive process to help you achieve them. It is a valuable option if you are open to self-improvement and ready to commit to personal or professional development with the guidance of a trained coach. Many coaches offer a free initial session, often called a “discovery call,” allowing you to experience coaching firsthand and determine if it is the right fit for you.

The prices for coaching sessions can vary based on several factors, including the coach’s speciality, whether the session is a group or individual format, the duration of the session, and whether it is a one-time session or part of a series or program. Typically, a one-on-one coaching session lasting 60 minutes will cost between £100 and £200, although prices may differ.

Getting your training course accredited is essential because it enhances the credibility and recognition of your program. Accreditation confirms that your course meets established standards, giving assurance to participants, employers, and stakeholders about the quality and relevance of your coaching certification. This validation can improve your program’s reputation, build trust, and create more opportunities for both trainers and trainees.

Students must obtain individual accreditation. The Accredited Training Provider Course Route (ATPCR) is a faster and more cost-effective option.

You can have multiple courses accredited, becoming an Accredited Training Provider.