THE CERTIFIED COACH: A BRAND YOU SHOUL DBE ABLE TO TRUST.

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Title: THE CERTIFIED COACH: A BRAND YOU SHOUL DBE ABLE TO TRUST. (cover story)
Authors: Laff, Michael
Source: T+D. Apr2007, Vol. 61 Issue 4, p38-41. 4p. 1 Color Photograph, 2 Charts.
Subject Terms: *Consultants, *Professional education, Executive coaching, Business mentorships, Industrial management, Marketing consultants, Business consultants, Industrial relations consultants
Abstract: The article focuses on the certification of coaching profession. According to the author, coaches are distinct from other business consultants since they position themselves in more of an advisory role as partners with the client. He details that coach certification requires practitioners to have a minimum number of clients in their portfolios to sit for the credentialing exam, and cites the three levels of certification available. Furthermore, he assesses that there are seven institutions certified by International Coach Federation that offer coaching credentials. Details regarding the changing face of coaching are discussed.
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Abstract:The article focuses on the certification of coaching profession. According to the author, coaches are distinct from other business consultants since they position themselves in more of an advisory role as partners with the client. He details that coach certification requires practitioners to have a minimum number of clients in their portfolios to sit for the credentialing exam, and cites the three levels of certification available. Furthermore, he assesses that there are seven institutions certified by International Coach Federation that offer coaching credentials. Details regarding the changing face of coaching are discussed.
ISSN:15357740