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Train toward the PCC credential
An advanced ICF-aligned coaching programme built on real practice and feedback. Take it as one combined journey from foundations through to PCC, or come to it after you’ve earned your Level 1/ACC. The founding cohort is enrolling now.
Next cohort starts September 2026 — limited places available
Some of our faculty
Founding cohort — pilot status
This first cohort runs as an uncertified pilot. We intend to apply for ICF Level 2 (PCC pathway) accreditation once it has completed. We can’t call the programme accredited yet, and we won’t until ICF confirms it.
Joining a pilot can feel like a risk. Here it isn’t. The founding cohort can be retroactively credited once accreditation is granted, so the hours you put in now count toward your PCC later. You’re not waiting on the sidelines for accreditation. You’re getting ahead of it.
Your hours count toward PCC
- Take the Level 2 part at a reduced founding rate that won’t be repeated
- Your learning hours count retroactively toward the PCC pathway
- A small cohort means direct access to faculty and detailed feedback
- You help shape the programme that follows
Who this programme is for
Coaches starting out who want to go all the way and take Level 1 and Level 2 together as one programme.
Existing ACC coaches, including those who earned it with us or elsewhere, who want a clear route to PCC.
Experienced internal and external coaches who want to deepen their practice with structured feedback.
Leaders who coach and want a recognised, advanced credential behind their practice.
What people say...
Real outcomes from coaches and leaders on our programmes
How the programme is structured
Level 2 covers everything in Level 1 plus two further modules. You progress from foundations through to advanced, assessed practice.
Two ways to take it
Together, as one journey. Take Level 1 and Level 2 as a single programme, with the modules of both levels interwoven, all the way to PCC.
Level 2 Conversion. If you already have an ICF Level 1 Certificate from us or elsewhere, and/or are already an ICF ACC Coach, you can take modules 3, 4 and 5 to bring your education up to Level 2.
Or in two steps. Take Level 1 now and earn your ACC, then add Level 2 whenever you’re ready, even long afterwards. You don’t have to decide today.
| Module | Focus | What it covers | Total hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mod 1 | Build strong coaching foundations | Learn the foundations of coaching through live practice, feedback, and guided development from the start. | 26 |
| Mod 2 | Deepen your coaching practice | Strengthen your coaching through deeper work on the ICF competencies, structure, and real coaching conversations. | 32 |
| Mod 3 | Refine your coaching approach | Consolidate your learning through mentor coaching, feedback, practice, and preparation for successful completion. | 16 |
| Mod 4 | Specialist modules | Engage with industry experts to learn about specific coaching approaches and techniques, such as clean language, team coaching, conflict, values and much more. | 57 |
| Mod 5 | Building your Coaching Business | Sessions focused on growing your coaching capabilities in whatever format suits you. | 8 |
| Total | 139 |
When taken together, Level 1 and Level 2 elements are interwoven, rather than sequential.
Learn from experienced, ICF-credentialed coaches
Dr David Lowe
PCC • Doctorate in Coaching • Mentor Coach • Author
David is a professional coach and educator whose doctoral research explored humour in coaching conversations. He brings a practical, thoughtful approach to helping people develop strong coaching skills they can use with confidence in real conversations.
Linda Spencer MCC
MCC • Coach Educator • Mentor Coach
Linda is an executive coach, coach educator and mentor coach with more than a decade of experience supporting leaders and professionals internationally. A Master Certified Coach (MCC), she brings deep expertise, reflective practice, and a strong focus on helping others grow with confidence and skill.
What you'll walk away with
A pathway to PCC credential
A clear route toward your PCC credential.
Confident coaching skills
Advanced coaching capability built through real, observed practice.
ICF-aligned practice
Detailed feedback against the ICF markers.
Real coaching experience
Gain substantial hands-on practice, feedback and reflection throughout the programme.
Membership
Membership of a small, committed founding cohort and the network that comes with it.
Everything you’ll have access to
Tools, support and resources to help you develop as a coach
A dedicated coaching hub
All materials, session content and resources in one place throughout the programme.
Practical visual tools
Frameworks and tools you can use immediately in your coaching conversations.
Videos and learning resources
Revisit key ideas and deepen your learning between sessions.
Research-informed coaching practice
Insights from doctoral research to help you understand what works in coaching and why.
The founding-cohort offer
Small group cohorts with personalised feedback and real coaching practice.
You have two options:
Level 1 + Level 2
Reduced founding rate of £7,000 + VAT (usual price £8,000 + VAT)
Cohort size: limited places for close feedback.
Format: 3 days in-person training (module 1) + remote sessions (modules 2–5).
Includes: Strong foundations of coaching (module 1), deep work on ICF Core Competencies (module 2), mentor coaching (module 3), the advanced specialist sessions on team coaching, clean language, grief recovery, imposter syndrome, leadership, Time to Think, mental health coaching, plus more (module 4), and 8 hours focusing on building your coaching practice (module 5).
Level 2 Conversion
If you already hold a Level 1 Certificate or ACC accreditation, you can join us for the Level 2 Conversion at a reduced founding rate of £3,000 + VAT (usual price £4,000 + VAT).
Cohort size: limited places for close feedback.
Format: Remote (13 x 3-hour calls + asynchronous work).
Includes: Advanced module on team coaching, clean language, grief recovery, imposter syndrome, leadership, Time to Think, mental health coaching, plus more (module 4) and 8 hours on building your coaching practice (module 5).
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Frequently Asked Questions
The programme is accredited to Level 1.
Level 2 is not yet accredited, and we won’t say it is until it is. This first cohort runs as an uncertified pilot. We intend to apply for ICF Level 2 (PCC pathway) accreditation once it completes.
You join the first run of a fully designed programme at a founding rate. You get the same teaching and feedback, plus direct access to faculty in a small group. In return, your feedback helps shape future cohorts.
Yes. The founding cohort can be retroactively credited once accreditation is granted, so your education hours count toward the PCC pathway. That’s the main reason to join now rather than wait.
Accreditation is ICF’s decision and we can’t guarantee timing. If it were delayed you’d still have completed advanced coaching training with full feedback, and we’d keep you informed at every step. We’re only running this pilot because we’re confident in the pathway.
You could also apply for your credential through the ICF’s portfolio route.
No. You can take Level 1 and Level 2 together as one interwoven programme, all the way to PCC. You can also take Level 1 on its own and add Level 2 later, even long after you’ve earned your ACC. The choice is yours.
Yes. If you already hold ACC, with us or elsewhere, you can come straight onto the Level 2 part toward PCC. You don’t repeat Level 1.
Level 1 is the ACC pathway. Level 2 includes all of that plus two further modules toward PCC. Take both together, or do Level 1 now and return for Level 2 when you’re ready.
Yes — many participants are sponsored by their organisation.
We can provide invoices and any supporting information your organisation may need.
The cost for the founding cohort is reduced.
For the full Level 2 programme, the founding cohort is reduced to £7000 + VAT.
For existing ACC/Level 1 holders, the cost to upgrade to Level 2 is £3,000 + VAT for the founding cohort.
These prices are only for the founding cohort. It’s our thank-you for joining the first run.