Type of Designation:
Professional certification: For senior business coaches*
Introduced October 24, 2007 | Status: Open


Purpose
The ChBC designation:

• Sets international standards for senior professional business coaches through a chartered designation, and clearly identifies these standards for buyers of business coaching
• Provides an independent, robust, transparent assessment process that recognizes appropriate levels of education and continuing professional development for the highest standards of professionalism in business coaching
• Promotes high-caliber leadership in business coaching services for the benefit of clients
• Contributes to the definition, development and self-regulation of the business coaching profession

Overview
The Most Advanced Credential for Senior Business Coaches™
The Chartered Business Coach (ChBC) designation is intended for senior professional business coaches. It is an international designation that recognizes business coaches who apply their coaching in a variety of contexts, the outcomes of which may be unpredictable. Business coaches at this level are accountable for critical analysis, diagnosis, design, planning, execution and evaluation. They exercise substantial personal autonomy and show significant influence and leadership within their organization, the profession or academic settings.

Chartered status tells the wider community that a business coach has the highest level of specialized subject knowledge and professional competence. The ChBC designation recognizes the experienced practicing business coach who has demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of business coaching, significant personal achievements in the field, professionalism and leadership in the workplace, and a commitment to maintaining expertise through continuing professional development. The ChBC is a stand-alone credential and the highest level of certification.

The ChBC designation can also lead to a fully accredited master's degree. The Master of Arts in Professional Development (Business Coaching) program, offered by the Professional Development Foundation through Middlesex University in the UK, is open to ChBC holders. 

Guiding standards
The ChBC designation is the product of rigorous research, development and testing. The program is guided by a definition of business coaching and a set of master-level coaching competencies developed by WABC through extensive study and industry consultation. ChBC is an evidence-based designation that undergoes a comprehensive annual review to ensure that it stays relevant and continues to set the highest international standards for senior professional business coaches.

Granting institution
The ChBC designation is awarded by WABC, headquartered in Canada. To keep the process transparent and independent, candidates undertake a program and assessment with a third-party, currently Middlesex University and its UK partner, the Professional Development Foundation (PDF). 

How to obtain the ChBC designation
You are an ideal candidate for the ChBC if you actively practice as a senior professional business coach. Specifically, you must meet these requirements:

How to maintain the ChBC designation
You must renew the ChBC every five years. Renewal is strict but not onerous. You must meet the following requirements: 

• Must remain a WABC Full Member in good standing; and 
• Must submit a record of your professional development five years from the date you graduated from the WABC Accredited (Chartered Level) program.

A re-certification fee applies every five years (approximately £150).

Can the ChBC designation be revoked?
Yes, under certain circumstances. Examples include not meeting the re-certification requirements or being cited for a legal or ethical violation. 

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*What is certification?
Certification is a voluntary process by which a nongovernmental body recognizes an individual who has successfully met predetermined qualifications.

What is unique about a professional certification designation?
It is the most rigorous level of credentialing available for individuals. Professional certification programs that follow industry best practices require validation, carry re-certification requirements and are subject to revocation. The ChBC program adheres to these best practices.

What are the benefits of a WABC Accredited® program?
The ChBC designation is only available though a WABC Accredited program. When you take a WABC Accredited program, you’re getting the most credible, reliable and relevant business coach training there is. Learn more about the benefits of a WABC Accredited program.

Other WABC programs
Designations and degrees 

WABC reserves all rights in connection with the Chartered Business Coach (ChBC) designation, including the right to change the requirements of the ChBC designation, and to replace the ChBC designation.