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Coaching Competencies

Two studies by the International Coach Federation have defined basic coaching competencies and executive coaching competencies.

Coaching Competencies

The international body for setting standards is the International Coach Federation. Two studies by the International Coach Federation have defined basic coaching competencies and executive coaching competencies.


Not only are these relevant to coaches, but they also provide a useful check list when selecting a coach to work in your organisation.

    Basic coaching competencies

  • Meet ethical guidelines of the profession

  • Ability to establish a coaching agreement

  • Ability to establish an intimate and trusting relationship with the client

  • Ability to express active listening

  • Ability to ask powerful questions

  • Ability to be a direct communicator

  • Ability to create and raise the client's awareness

  • Ability to design and create action plans and action behaviours

  • Ability to develop plans and establish goals with the client

  • Ability to manage the client's progress and hold him/her responsible for action

  • The core of coaching is building rapport, asking powerful questions and setting goals.

    Executive coaching competencies

    Executive coaches need additional competencies including a unique combination of maturity, professional skills and human qualities, such as:

  • A firm grounding in business knowledge and competencies

  • Thorough understanding of the world of the executive leader

  • A broad understanding of leadership and leadership development

  • Knowledge of systems dynamics (organisation and community)

  • Knowledge of the framework of adult development

  • High standards of personal and professional ethics

  • Highly developed communication proficiency allowing them to operate in the executive's environment

  • Advanced coaching skills and capabilities

  • Stature and reputation that gains respect

  • A commitment to lifelong learning similar to the leader him/herself

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