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Executive Coach Accreditation

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Our Executive Coach Accreditation virtual checklist provides easy access to all necessary documents for participants in our coaching programmes. Here, you will find everything you need without the need for separate emails or attachments.

If you need any further help, feel free to contact us.

Download the full checklist below.

Executive Coach Accreditation

Awarded by the Association for Coaching

Update Your Coaching Experience Log

You will need 100 hours of coaching logged in total. This includes 20 hours required for qualification & 10 hours from the two training programmes. So an additional 70 hours.

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Update Your Supervision Log

Get your final supervision log signed by us. If you need additional supervision sessions book them here.

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Update Your Learning, Supervision, & Reflection Log

Have you made any additional notes in pages 212-215 & 224-231 of the workbook since your initial qualification?

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Obtain Two Client References

Ask two coachees for a quick reference using the form below.
You will need to submit both references for accreditation.

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Recording & 1000 Words Reflection

You will need to record a session with a Thinker as an audio file. Listen back & submit a 1000 word relection on that session. Using our Zoom room is an easy way to do this.

Example

Ethical Dilemma Questions

Email the AC for your ethical dilemma questions. Use your notes from past ethical dilemma & supervision sessions to help complete them.

Previous Assignments & Logs

The assignments & logs you completed for your initial qualification mean that you have very little additional work to do for this advanced certificate!

1000 words Coaching Approach
1000 words Fitness to Practise.

Self assessment & development log.

Apply for Accredited Executive Coach Status

You will need to be a member to apply.

Accreditation is £225 + VAT (valid for 3 years).

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AC Assessment Checklist

This is the checklist we use to approve your accreditation. You don't need to download or complete these but it may be useful for you to sense check whatv we look for.

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FAQ's

How can I do a recording of a coaching session and keep the client details safe and confidential?

You are welcome to use our Zoom room and invite them to a session in there. If you record to the cloud, we can watch it back without you ever having to send a recording over email or convert to MP3s etc. Simply email us and we will set this up for you.

Can I use someone on the programme to do my recorded coaching session?

Yes absolutely – we just need you to do a full session and then submit a short 1000 word critique of it when you have listened back to it. Who it is with is not relevant, and it doesn’t have to be perfect – we are in fact looking for you to be able to critique why it wasn’t perfect!

How do I access the ethical dilemmas?

You simply email the AC direct for these - they will send a random dilemmas or two to you on email. Simply forward that email with your answer to us and them. It sounds daunting but is actually very simple and easy. If you want to practise first, our ethical dilemma and supervision sessions use the same format. Just book on!

How many client references do I need

2 – this can include the references you have already got for your initial Foundation accreditation.

How many hours do I need in total to become an Accredited Executive Coach?

100 hours in total. These can be as far in the past as you like. They include team and individual coaching. It does not need to be paid but we would suggest all coaching is - however small the amount and even if it goes to charity as it adds commitment. You can have an element of life coaching but 75% of the hours should be people who you have helped in a professional capacity - the topic can be personal - so work life balance is a common one. Simply ask yourself “Was this life coaching for a friend or coaching about work for a contact who is a professional?’ And you won’t go far wrong.

Do I need to be a member of the Association for Coaching to be accredited?

No, however we would suggest membership is CV worthy! There’s also access to a number of benefits such as free or discounted sessions. And our relationship with the AC makes it affordable. You can apply to get one year of free student membership when you start our programme and you get another year free when you apply for accreditation with us.

Executive Coach - Member: £225.00 + VAT for 3 years Executive Coach -
Non-Member: £325.00 + VAT for 3 years

What do I need to submit to the Association for Coaching (AC)?

You will need to email the following documents to individual@associationforcoaching.com: Completed checklist Coaching log Copy of certificates Coaching self-assessment plan (using the AC template provided by Top Right Thinking) Two client references (using the AC template provided by Top Right Thinking) ❗ Ethical dilemmas do not need to be submitted to the AC but must be reviewed and signed off by Top Right Thinking.

Do I need to pay for my own accreditation and membership?

Yes – these are personal to you, so you need to pay for them directly to the AC. However, when you join our programme, you receive one year of free AC student membership. 💡 If you don’t complete your accreditation in that free year, don’t worry – when you do apply and get accredited, you’ll receive another year of free membership.

Who completes the AC checklist?

Top Right Thinking completes the checklist for you, after reviewing your submitted materials.

When should I apply for accreditation?

We recommend applying within your first free year of AC membership to make the most of the offer. If you don’t have the coaching hours yet, you can still apply later – just ensure you’re an active member at the time of applying.

Can I get some 121 support for my accreditation? I would rather someone talk me through it than read through all these Q&A?

Sure! We have some fabulous Accreditation Mentors – people who have done OUR programme and are now qualified AND accredited. You can book a session with them through our website here for £30 per session. They are more than happy to share their experiences over a virtual cuppa.

Do I need insurance to coach?

Yes. And the AC will ask to see evidence of your personal indemnity insurance when you apply. We have recommended Policy Bee to our coaches and they seem to provide a competitive quote.

What books or podcasts can you recommend to start exploring coaching a little more?

You Coach You – Helen Tupper
The Heat of the Moment – Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton
Coaching for Performance – Sir John Whitmore
The Coaches Coach – Alison Hardingham
The Coaching Habit – Michael Bungay Stanier
Simplifying Coaching – Claire Pedrick
Cultivating Coachability – Claire Norman
The Chief Psychology Officer Podcast – Dr Amanda Potter
The Coaching Inn Podcast – Claire Pedrick
The AC Podcast – Association for Coaching

Executive Coach Accreditation

Executive Coach Accreditation