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Type of Designation:
Professional accreditation: For business coach training providers*
Introduced February 11, 2009 | Status: Open
Purpose
The WABC Accredited designation:
- Sets international standards for business coach training providers through various levels of designations, and clearly identifies these standards for buyers of business coach training
- Provides an independent, robust, transparent assessment process that recognizes excellence in training
- Promotes high-caliber professional development for the benefit of business coaches
- Contributes to the definition, development and self-regulation of the business coaching profession.
Overview
The Mark of Distinction for Business Coach Training Providers™
WABC Accredited is the first international designation for business coach training providers. It recognizes world-class training providers whose programs are credible, reliable and relevant to the industry. Programs can become WABC Accredited at the Practitioner Level, Master Level or Chartered Level. Obtaining the WABC Accredited designation at any level involves meeting rigorous international standards for training. Graduates of WABC Accredited programs are eligible to apply for a certified business coaching credential from WABC.
Guiding standards
The WABC Accredited designation is the product of widespread 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. WABC Accredited 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 master-level business coaches.
Granting institution
The WABC Accredited designation is awarded by WABC, headquartered in Canada. To keep the process transparent and independent, candidates are evaluated by third-party assessors from the Professional Development Foundation (PDF) in the UK.
How to obtain the WABC Accredited designation
You are an ideal candidate for WABC Accredited if you meet either of these general requirements:
- You are a training provider whose program has run to completion at least once; or
- You are a corporation with an internal training program that has produced graduates.
To qualify for WABC Accredited (Practitioner Level), your programs must focus on practitioner coaches: coaches who either practice in one organization or provide defined services to a narrow clientele. Practitioner Level is the first level of WABC accreditation and is roughly equivalent to a post-graduate certificate in business coaching.
To qualify for WABC Accredited (Master Level), your programs must focus on master coaches: coaches who provide broad services at all levels to a range of organizations. Master Level is the advanced level of WABC accreditation.
WABC Accredited (Chartered Level), WABC's highest level of accreditation, is currently offered exclusively by the Professional Development Foundation/Middlesex University and is not currently open for application. Chartered Level programs focus on senior professional coaches: coaches who practice in a variety of contexts, the outcomes of which may be unpredictable. If you are interested in applying for this level in the future please contact WABC.
How to list the WABC Accredited designation
Current candidates and holders may display applicable titles and WABC logos. Please refer to our Use of Designations Policy, Trademarks and Logo Use Policy and Logos and Guidelines.
How to maintain the WABC Accredited designation
You must renew your WABC Accredited status every five years. Re-accreditation involves submitting a report each year to state that you continue to meet the accreditation criteria, and a detailed report every five years to provide evidence of compliance. Contact WABC for report templates.
Can the WABC Accredited designation be revoked?
Yes, under certain circumstances. Examples include not meeting the re-accreditation requirements or being cited for a legal or ethical violation.
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*What is accreditation?
Accreditation is a voluntary process by which a nongovernmental body publicly recognizes a training provider that has successfully met predetermined qualifications through initial and follow-up evaluations.
What is unique about a professional accreditation designation?
It is the most rigorous level of credentialing available to training providers. Professional accreditation programs that follow industry best practices ensure that their programs require validation, carry re-accreditation requirements and are subject to revocation. The WABC Accredited program adheres to these best practices.
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WABC reserves all rights in connection with the WABC Accredited designation, including the right to change the requirements of the WABC Accredited designation, and to replace the WABC Accredited designation.
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