Credential Exam Prep
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Entry Level
ACC
Associate Certified Coach
Foundational credential. Tests recognition of effective coaching behaviours and alignment with the ICF Code of Ethics.
60
Exam Items
90m
Duration
109
Practice Q's
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Professional Level
PCC
Professional Certified Coach
For experienced coaches. Tests nuanced situational judgment — identifying both the best and worst responses across complex coaching scenarios.
78
Exam Items
3h
Duration
145
Practice Q's
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New · Jan 2027
MCQ
Mentor Coach Qualification
Mandatory from January 2027 for any mentor coach providing ICF-required mentoring. Three levels: MCQ-ACC, MCQ-PCC, MCQ-MCC.
3
Levels
CPL
Pathway Open
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Master Level
MCC
Master Certified Coach
The highest ICF credential, for coaches who have demonstrated mastery across all competency areas at the highest level of coaching excellence.
2,500
Hours Required
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How the exams compare
| Feature | ACC | PCC |
|---|---|---|
| Question format | Single most appropriate response | Best + Worst response (situational judgment) |
| Exam items | 60 items | 78 items (2 sections of 39) |
| Time allowed | 90 minutes | 3 hours + optional 10-min break |
| Passing score | 460 / 600 | 460 / 600 |
| Scoring | 1 point per scored question (50 of 60 items scored) | Up to 2 points per question (partial credit) |
| Competency depth | Foundational markers — recognise coaching vs non-coaching | Advanced markers — fine distinctions within coaching |
| Experience required | 100 hours coaching + 60 hours training | 500 hours coaching + 125 hours training |