Michelle Thompson, PCC, ACTC, Concordia University Irvine - Townsend Institute

Join us for an interactive and insightful 90-minute session where we unveil the recently developed ICF Coach Educator Competencies. These groundbreaking competencies are designed to set a global standard for excellence in coaching education and to empower coach educators in their pivotal role of shaping the next generation of coaches.
Participants will explore the core components of the competencies, learn how they align with ICF’s broader mission, and discover practical strategies for integrating them into their own teaching practices. Through dynamic discussions, case studies, and collaborative exercises, this session will provide actionable takeaways that you can immediately apply to enhance your curriculum, assessments, and engagement with students.
Whether you're a seasoned coach educator or new to the field, this session will inspire and equip you to elevate your impact, foster student success, and contribute to the growth of the coaching profession. Don’t miss this opportunity to lead the future of coaching education!
1. Articulate the purpose and framework of the new ICF Coach Educator Competencies and their relevance to the coaching profession.
2. Identify practical strategies for integrating the competencies into coaching education programs, including curriculum design, assessment practices, and learner engagement.
3. Assess how the competencies can enhance the quality of coaching education and contribute to the professional development of coaching students.
4. Engage with peers in identifying innovative approaches to using the competencies to address challenges and opportunities in coaching education.
5. Develop an action plan to incorporate learnings from the session into their coaching education practices, ensuring alignment with ICF’s global standards.