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ICF ACTP Level 1
Leadership Coaching
Program


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Start your journey toward professional coaching, self-awareness, and global recognition.
DeeKay Excellence is an ICF-Accredited Coach Training Provider (ACTP Level 1 & Level 2) delivering world-class certification pathways for aspiring coaches and leaders.

  • 60 hrs of training online and self study
  • 10 hrs of mentoring
  • 100 hrs of Coaching practice
  • Credentialing Exam preparation samples and support
  • Performance evaluation of audio recording of coaching session

ICF ACTP Level 2
Coach Certification
Program


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A transformational learning experience designed for leadership growth, deep self-awareness, and mastery in coaching. This Level 2 program is fully accredited by ICF under the ACTP pathway, enabling a seamless route to PCC credentials.


  • 125 hrs of training online and self study
  • 10 hrs of mentoring
  • 500 hrs of Coaching practice
  • Credentialing Exam preparation samples and support
  • Performance evaluation of audio recording of coaching session

What Is An ICF Credential?


An ICF Credential is a globally recognized professional certification that demonstrates you have met the highest standards of coaching competency, ethics, and training.

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  • Holding an ICF Credential from an ICF-Accredited Training Provider (like DeeKay Excellence) gives you credibility, trust, and visibility. According to the 2022 Global Consumer Awareness Study, 85% of coaching clients prefer a coach who holds an ICF Credential.
  • ICF Credentials Overview
        → Associate Certified Coach (ACC) – 60 coach-training hours + 100 coaching hours
        → Professional Certified Coach (PCC) – 125 coach-training hours + 500 coaching hours
        → Master Certified Coach (MCC) – HPCC credential + 200 training hours + 2,500 coaching hours
  • More information about ICF available in https://coachingfederation.org/credentials-and-standards

What is required for you to be an
ICF ACC?


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  • Completion of DeeKay Excellence’s ICF-Accredited Level 1 Coach Certification Program
  • Perseverance to transform yourself by learning Coaching skills through practice. 4 months of Intensive training, 4 hrs per week
  • Commitment of 6 to 12 months depending on the speed that you put in your efforts for practice
  • 80% attendance in completing the training sessions
  • Self coaching and reflective practice
  • Peer coaching to coach ourselves during the process of learning coaching skills to experience coaching and its impact in self
  • Completion and Pass percentage for the ICF Credentialing Exam
  • Passing the performance Evaluation of the Audio recording done by DeeKay Excellence through ACTP Level 1 Accreditation
  • Applying for the ICF Credentials through the certificate provided by DeeKay Excellence

What is required for you to be an
ICF PCC?


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  • Completion of DeeKay Excellence’s ICF-Accredited Level 2 Coach Certification Program
  • Perseverance to transform yourself by learning Coaching skills through practice. 6 months of Intensive training, 4 hrs per week
  • Commitment of 12 to 16 months depending on the speed that you put in your efforts for practice
  • 80% attendance in completing the training sessions
  • Self coaching and reflective practice
  • Peer coaching to coach ourselves during the process of learning coaching skills to experience coaching and its impact in self
  • Completion and Pass percentage for the ICF Credentialing Exam
  • Passing the performance Evaluation of the Audio recording done by DeeKay Excellence through ACTP Level 2 Accreditation
  • Applying for the ICF Credentials through the certificate provided by DeeKay Excellence

Training Content


Theory


  • Coaching Vs Mentoring Vs Consulting Vs Counselling
  • ICF Code of Ethics
  • ICF Competencies
  • Coaching Methodology
  • Coaching Model
  • Coaching Tools and Techniques
  • Skills required for Coaching
  • Coach - Coachee behaviors and signs
  • Coaching Business

Practice


  • Coaching demo session
  • Coaching Practice
  • Coaching Videos/Audio
  • Peer coaching sessions
  • ICF Credentialing Exam sample questions
  • Credentialling application procedure
  • Mentoring session
  • Live Coaching feedback

Benefits Of ICF Coach Certification And Credentials


  • Self-awareness and Leadership Transformation
  • Acquiring characteristics for Becoming a C Suite leader
  • Global recognition as a certified and credentialled coach
  • Applying the coaching skills in your leadership roles
  • Own a business of coaching on your own
  • Include coaching skills if you are a trainer, mentor or consultant for handling experienced leaders
  • Be a mentor for aspiring coaches
  • Become a Coach training provider

Credentials Renewal Procedure


  • Credentials are valid for 3 years and require completion of 40 Continuing Coach Education (CCE) hours.
  • Completion of at least 40 hours of Continuing Coach Education in the three years since the initial award of your credential or since your last credential renewal. Of the 40 hours of CCEs required:
        → At least 24 CCEs must be in Core Competencies
        → At least three 3) of those hours must be in coaching ethics. (Coaches can obtain coaching ethics hours by completing ICF’s free Ethics course online)
        → Remaining 16 hours can be in Resource Development or Core Competencies
  • TIP: Up to 10 hours of Mentor Coaching (giving or receiving) AND up to 10 hours of Coaching Supervision (giving or receiving) may be used towards the required 40 CCEs for renewal and count as Core Competency credits

Know Your Trainer


Deepa Kannan is a Master Certified Coach(MCC) from International Coach Federation(ICF) and has various Corporate experience for about 24+ years from technology delivery management to program management in various strategic roles in US and India. Her leadership experience working with Various vendors, leaders and clients from TCS, Accenture, Infosys, IBM, Ameriprise, Amex, JCPenney, Merrill Lynch and Bank of America helps to bring in the perspective of the challenges faced by Corporate leadership and to overcome the same through coaching process.

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Corporate Experience

  • yrs of Corporate IT experience in various strategic leadership roles
  • yrs of Full time Coaching experience for SVP and C Suite Executive leaders
  • Social Cognitive Neuroscience Certified Coach
  • Applied Neuroscience in Coaching
  • Certified Team Coach
  • ICF Credentialled MCC (Master Certified Coach)
  • Positive Intelligence Coach
  • XLRI Certified Transformational Leadership Coach
  • Certified Alternate therapist
  • 3000+ coaching hours
  • 500+ Individual and organizational clients serving across 20+ countries

Highlights Of Deekay Excellence Coach Certification Program


As an ICF-Accredited ACTP Level 2 institution, our certification includes:

  • DeeKay Excellence follows ACTP Level 2 program that does performance evlaution internally with our own PCC assessors
  • Certified Executive Leadership Coach (ICF Approved course)
  • Certificate for DeeKay Excellence Coach certification Program (ICF Level 2 Accredited course)
  • Awareness on how to setup and do Coaching Business
  • Awareness on change and transformation required on self for being a leader
  • Realize and identify the skills required and to be improved for moving up in the career ladder
  • Understand different perspectives and get clarity on belief, Bias and barriers that might come on our way to leadership growth
  • Confidence to overcome challenges faced through transition phase in self-transformation
  • DeeKay Excellence supports those who would like to go for ACC credentials through portfolio path in between the journey before completion of PCC coaching practice hours by helping them in getting the recording assessed before submitting to ICF evaluation through Portfolio path
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Who can take up this ICF Coaching Course?


  • Aspiring coaches who look for Global recognition
  • Mentors, Consultants, trainers, Agile coaches who would like to add coaching skills to their profile
  • Professionals interested in the leadership growth and career advancement
  • Employees who are willing to explore their leadership thought process
  • Organizations looking to develop next level leadership team
  • Corporate Professionals and leaders looking to groom themselves for Executive leadership roles
  • Business Leaders looking to Transform their career path
  • Individuals who look to achieve meaningful and purposeful Balance in Life
  • Professionals who would like to explore inner self to become better leaders
  • Professionals interested to transition from managerial roles to leadership roles

Prepare to Excel in Your ICF Exam


Welcome to our comprehensive ICF Exam Preparation Course, designed to set you up for success in achieving your International Coaching Federation (ICF) credential. Whether you’re pursuing your ACC, PCC, or MCC certification, this course offers the tools, guidance, and confidence you need to excel.

Our program includes:

  • In-depth Knowledge Review: Gain a clear understanding of ICF core competencies, ethics, and performance standards.
  • Skill Development: Hone your coaching abilities with targeted exercises and expert feedback.
  • Mock Exams & Practice: Build familiarity with the exam format through simulations and practical scenarios.
  • Personalized Support: from experienced ICF-certified coaches.

Join a supportive community and confidently prepare for your ICF credential.

Elevate Your Coaching Journey with ICF Mentoring


Embark on a transformative path to enhance your coaching skills and achieve your International Coaching Federation (ICF) credentials with our expert mentoring sessions. Designed to meet the ICF requirements for mentor coaching, these sessions provide personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and actionable insights to refine your practice and build confidence.

Our mentoring sessions include:

  • Focused Feedback: Receive tailored feedback on your coaching sessions to align with ICF’s Core Competencies.
  • Skill Enhancement: Identify strengths and opportunities for growth in your coaching style and approach.
  • Credentialing Support: Fulfill ICF's mentoring requirements for ACC, PCC, or MCC certifications.
  • Experienced Guidance:Learn from ICF-Master certified coaches (MCC coaches) with extensive experience and a commitment to your success.

Whether you’re preparing for your credential application or seeking to deepen your impact as a coach, our mentoring sessions will empower you to elevate your coaching practice and achieve your professional goals.

Start your mentoring journey today — unlock your full coaching potential!

What is the difference between ACSTH and ACTP


ACSTH


ACSTH path is where the audio recording evaluation will be done by ICF by submitting it in ICF website to assess for PCC credential eligibility

ACTP


ACTP path is where DeeKay Excellence does the performance Evaluation post the training and practice completion to assess for the PCC credential eligibility

 

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