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How do I get licensed to use these programs?
The licensing process in very simple. It's as easy as 1-2-3-4.
 Review the licensee qualifications.
 If you qualify, submit an online application.
 Once we have verified your qualifications, you will be notified by email and given a link to a secure area of the site to make a secure credit or debit card payment.
 You will receive the program materials you ordered in the mail.
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Why are these programs only being offered to qualified coaches and qualified career professionals?
These easy-to-use programs are designed to take clients step by step through the relevant milestones to reaching their goals. Nevertheless, training and practical experience in working with clients in a coaching, counseling, or consulting capacity are essential for success in using these program. Qualified coaches and career professional have already received training in issues such as ethics, client confidentiality, rapport building, active listening, issue reframing and so on. Licenses are currently limited to those with this kind of specialized training and experience. A complete certification training will soon be available from The Center for Creative Empowerment. This career coach certification training will be open to those who are not currently coaches or career professionals.
What you mean by a “qualified coach”?
In the context of these licensing programs, the term “qualified coach” applies to anyone who (at a minimum) meets one or more of the following criteria:
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A qualified coach has been certified by the ICF (International Coach Federation) at the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) level or above.
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A qualified coach has been certified by the IAC (International Association of Coaches) and has logged a minimum of 100 coaching hours.
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A qualified coach has graduated from a reputable School of Coaching and has logged a minimum of 100 coaching hours.
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A qualified coach has graduated from a Coaching degree program offered by an accredited university or college AND has logged a minimum of 100 coaching hours.
In the context of these licensing programs, the term “qualified career professional” applies to anyone who (at a minimum) meets one or more of the following criteria:
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A qualified career professional has been certified by the ICC (Institute of Career Certification) at the Career Management Practitioner (CMP) level or above.
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A qualified career professional has earned a Masters Degree in psychological counseling, psychology, or related fields AND has at least 100 hours of practical experience working one on one with clients in the career field.
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A qualified career professional could be anyone who (regardless of formal education), can demonstrate that they have been working professionally in the career field for a minimum of two (2) years. The term “professional” here includes being compensated for work in the career field, whether as an independent coach or consultant, or as an employee of a company or educational or nonprofit organization.
What if I want additional guidance in using or marketing these programs?
Licensees are eligible to receive 2 free mentor coaching sessions to help them get started in using the programs. Additional mentor coaching is available for a fee. A mentor coach can offer advice, tips, and support in using the programs and building and marketing your career coaching business. Mentor coaches can also answer any questions that come up for you at any stage in the process.
No. However, you can put the licensing fee on your credit card and pay it off at your convenience. If yours is a real hardship case you may contact us about making special arrangements. |
