{"id":11824,"date":"2024-10-07T10:21:45","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T14:21:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/blog\/international-coaching-federation-introduces-new-competency-models-for-mentor-coaching-and-coaching-supervision\/"},"modified":"2025-10-07T08:30:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T12:30:17","slug":"international-coaching-federation-introduces-new-competency-models-for-mentor-coaching-and-coaching-supervision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/blog\/international-coaching-federation-introduces-new-competency-models-for-mentor-coaching-and-coaching-supervision\/","title":{"rendered":"International Coaching Federation Introduces New Competency Models for Mentor Coaching and Coaching Supervision"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lexington, KY\u2014<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The International Coaching Federation (ICF) announced today the launch of two pioneering competency models: the <a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/resource\/mentor-coaching-competencies\/\">ICF Mentor Coaching Competencies<\/a> and the ICF Coaching Supervision Competencies. These evidence-based frameworks mark a significant step forward in the coaching industry.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cMentor coaching and coaching supervision have long served an integral role in the development of coach practitioners, though little research-based resources have been available to guide and support mentor coaches and coaching supervisors. Until now,\u201d stated Carrie Abner, ICF Vice President of Credentials and Standards. \u201cDeveloped by and for mentor coaches and coaching supervisors, these competency frameworks help practitioners take their skills to the next level, provide a clear path for education and development, and promote consistency and quality in mentor coaching and coaching supervision practice.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key highlights of the new competency models include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">ICF Mentor Coaching Competencies<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The first validated set of standards for mentor coaching practice<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Providing clarity for practitioners and clients\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Forming the basis for future educational accreditation and practitioner designations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"><br \/>\nICF Coaching Supervision Competencies<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the most rigorously validated sets of standards for coaching supervision<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A balanced structure with flexibility to accommodate diverse approaches<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A design made to evolve alongside the coaching supervision field<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Both models outline critical tasks, knowledge, skills, and attributes necessary for effective mentor coaching and coaching supervision, empowering coaches to refine their skills and develop as leaders in the profession. <span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By establishing a common language and shared standards, ICF reinforces its commitment to encouraging continuous growth, ethical practices, and professional accountability within the coaching community.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn about the new competency models by visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/credentials-and-standards\/core-competencies\/mentor-coaching\">ICF Mentor Coaching Competencies<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/credentials-and-standards\/core-competencies\/coaching-supervision\">ICF Coaching Supervision Competencies.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; 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