Agile Coaching for Impact: ICF Level 1 Certification Program with FREE ICAgile Courses

Flexible, Real-World Agile Coaching Certification that Fits Your Schedule

The rolling program starts in February 2025, but start with the pre-work now!

Are you an agile practitioner or ScrumMaster looking to make a meaningful impact? Join the Agile Coaching for Impact: ICF Level 1 Program and elevate your career with ICF and ICAgile certifications.

The program starts with the ICAgile Coaching Essentials Micro-Credential, which provides a solid foundation in agile coaching principles. As you progress, you’ll also complete the ICAgile Enterprise Coaching (ENT) course to expand your coaching skills to an organisational level. This is followed by the ICAgile Agile Team Facilitator (ATF) course to refine your facilitation skills and enhance team dynamics.

All these are included for FREE in the program price you pay for the program and are worth over £800!  

Why Choose Our Program?

• Get ICF Level 1 Training: Fulfill 60 hours of coach-specific education, mentor coaching, and performance evaluation for the ACC credential.
• Gain ICAgile Certifications: Achieve certifications in ICAgile Coaching Essentials, ICAgile Enterprise Agile Coaching (ICP-ENT), and ICAgile Agile Team Facilitator (ICP-ATF).
• Advance with Flexible, Modular Learning: You can start with the self-paced section anytime; formal sessions run monthly starting February 6, 2025, on Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM UK Time.
• Hands-On Practice for Real-World Impact: Access Practical Coaching Labs and Group Wisdom Sessions for skill-building and collaborative problem-solving.

Industry-Recognised Certification Path

Our Agile Coaching for Impact: ICF Level 1 Program meets all ICF ACC educational requirements as part of the Level 1 Training Program. Upon program completion, you will have fulfilled the ICF ACC’s coach-specific training requirements, including 60 hours of education, mentor coaching, and performance evaluation.

To achieve the full ICF ACC credential, you’ll also need to:

• Complete 100 hours of documented coaching experience.
• Apply directly on the ICF website and pass the ICF Credentialing Exam.

We support you through every step of this journey with comprehensive training, hands-on mentoring, and practical preparation. You’ll leave well-equipped to pursue your ICF ACC credential. For more details, including current exam fees, visit the ICF Credentialing Page.

Program Structure

Our Agile Coaching for Impact: ICF Level 1 Program is designed with adaptability in mind. The modular setup ensures that every participant can start when ready, choose their learning path, and revisit any session to reinforce their skills.

• Agile Coaching Development Sessions: Monthly, instructor-led, on Thursdays, 5-7 PM UK Time (starting February 6, 2025).
• Practical Coaching Labs: Fortnightly hands-on labs, times chosen by your group (recommended Thursdays, 5-7 PM UK Time).
• Group Wisdom Sessions: Monthly sessions on Thursdays, 5-7 PM UK Time for collaborative learning and peer feedback.
• Individual Mentoring Session: 3 One on One sessions to cement your learning and make sure you are ready to achieve your goal of becoming ICF Certified

What’s Included in Your Agile Coaching Journey

This comprehensive, hands-on program includes:

• ICF Level 1 Training for ACC Certification: 60 hours of coach-specific education, mentor coaching, and evaluations.
• ICAgile Certification Courses: Coaching Essentials, Enterprise Coaching (ICP-ENT), Agile Team Facilitator (ICP-ATF).
• Personalised Mentoring: 1-on-1 mentoring with feedback.
• Self-Paced Learning: 6 hours of study and 4 hours of reflective journaling.

With over 64 hours dedicated to your agile coaching journey, you’ll leave this program with tangible skills, industry-recognised certifications, and a solid professional network.

Key Program Benefits

• Expand Your Career Opportunities: Enhance your professional credibility and open new career paths with internationally recognised ICF and ICAgile certifications.
• Boost Your Coaching Skills: Strengthen core coaching competencies immediately applicable in agile settings.
• Increase Your Value to Organisations: Bring actionable strategies to help teams and organisations achieve their agile goals.
• Global Networking Opportunities: Build long-term relationships with top agile coaches globally.
• Flexible Structure: Start when ready, take breaks if needed, and set your own pace.

Whether you want to gain recognition as an agile coach or solidify your role as a ScrumMaster, our ICF and ICAgile-accredited program is your next step toward agile coaching excellence.

Who Should Enroll?

Our Agile Coaching for Impact: ICF Level 1 Program is ideal for:

• ScrumMasters and Agile Coaches with at least one year of experience.
• Independent Agile Practitioners looking to strengthen their credentials and advance their careers.
• Agile Professionals who want to add coaching competencies to their skills.

This program is for you if you’re an experienced ScrumMaster or agile practitioner ready to level up.

Prerequisites

To ensure that all participants benefit fully from the program, at least one of the following prerequisites is required: Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), ICAgile Agile Fundamentals (ICP), ICAgile Business Agility Foundations, or equivalent experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach.

These prerequisites help maintain a foundational level of knowledge and ensure productive learning within each module.

FAQ

Will I earn the ICF ACC certification through this program alone?

This program provides all 60 hours of required education, mentor coaching, and evaluations for ICF’s ACC standards. To achieve ACC, you must complete 100 hours of documented coaching experience, apply on the ICF website, and pass the Credentialing Exam.

When do the sessions begin, and can I start anytime?

The program’s formal development sessions start on February 6, 2025. Instructor-led Agile Coaching Development Sessions and Group Wisdom Sessions are held monthly, while Practical Coaching Labs take place fortnightly, with timings arranged within each group. All scheduled sessions run from 5 to 7 PM UK Time on a Thursday; please adjust this to your local time zone. You can begin the self-paced learning component at any time.

What if I miss a session?

Our program is designed to offer flexibility. If you miss a session, you can make it up by attending a later session on the same topic in the next cycle. This flexibility ensures you can cover all the content without losing momentum, regardless of schedule conflicts.

Do I need to pay VAT if I live outside the UK?

Select your location at the top right of our website, and we’ll calculate your VAT. Payments can be made in GBP + VAT, EUR, or USD.

What equipment do I need?

This is an online program. To participate fully, you’ll need a computer with a camera, a headset, and access to Zoom, Mural, and Google Docs.

Is English required for the course?

Yes, all instruction and coaching assessments are conducted in English. Proficiency in English is essential for a successful experience.