Build Your Team of ICF-Credentialed Positive Psychology Coaches
Develop your coaching team's professional practice and support their pathway toward the internationally recognized ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential.
Take Your School's Coaching Team to the Next Level
Designed for schools that want to develop their coaching team's practice to a globally recognized professional level, the ICF Certification Practicum builds on Positive Psychology Coaching Foundations and Positive Peer Coach Training.
In the ICF Certification Practicum course, participants learn to facilitate multi-session coaching packages and individual Strengths Profile-Skills Discovery debriefs. They continue working with their Mentor Coach through the new ICF Enhanced Mentor Coaching process and receive support in pursuing the International Coaching Federation's Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential.
Build Your In-House Coaching Education Capacity
Positive Foundation-certified facilitators who earn the ICF ACC credential and successfully complete our Positive Psychology Coaching Foundations facilitator training can deliver that program in-house, bringing ICF-accredited core coaching skills training to colleagues whenever it's needed.
How to Bring the ICF Certification Practicum to Your School
Schools can arrange an in-house ICF Certification Practicum cohort for staff who have completed Positive Psychology Coaching Foundations and the Positive Peer Coach Training Program.
Why Become an ICF Certified Coach?
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the world’s largest and most recognized organization of professionally trained coaches. An ICF certification is a globally recognized credential that represents the gold standard in professional coaching across all industries.
Becoming an ICF certified coach demonstrates that you have met specific standards and requirements designed to develop and refine your coaching skills. It is an indication that you are dedicated to upholding strong principles of ethical behavior in coaching. An ICF certification identifies you as a professional coach in your workplace and with private clients.
Credibility and Professionalism
Coaching Excellence and Greater Impact
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Globally Recognized Coaching Standards
Who Is Eligible to Take This Course?
This ICF Certification Practicum course is offered for
Graduates of the Solros Positive Peer Coach Training Program
Comments From Our Program Participants
Adam Bailey
Grade 5 Teacher
The International School of Amsterdam
"I was hoping to grow in confidence as a coach through this course, and this happened. A highlight of this course was the community that was built between all the participants in the group mentoring sessions.
The discussions and feedback throughout were brilliant. Observing others coach was really valuable, and the feedback from the group was also important.
For those who are looking to continue their coaching journey, I would say that this program creates a supportive and safe environment to do so. The resources helped develop a deeper understanding of coaching moves and mindsets which led to an increase in confidence.
Thank you for creating a wonderful program and facilitating a wonderful and safe group learning experience."
How Will You Learn in This Program?
This is a practicum course which will help you keep growing as a coaching professional through continued coaching practice and ongoing feedback from your coaching conversation partners, peers in your cohort, and ICF-certified Mentor Coaches.
We do not introduce additional content or independent learning modules as you have already covered the essentials in our Positive Peer Coach Training Program. The focus of this program is on building your skills, confidence, and impact as a coach.
We continue working with the ICF Core Competencies and Code of Ethics as our standards, and we use the ICF ACC Minimum Skills Requirements as our benchmarks for this program.
We learn-by-doing through a combination of...
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Group Mentoring sessions with coaching practice and peer/mentor feedback
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Facilitating, recording, and reflecting on 4-session coaching packages you set up with clients
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Competency-based discussions with your facilitator and cohort
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1:1 Mentoring Calls about recorded coaching sessions
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Mentor Coach Feedback on recorded coaching sessions
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The ICF Enhanced Mentor Coaching Process
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Guidance and study resources for the ICF credentialing exam
Comments From Our Program Participants
Joshua Neufeld
Grade 1 Teacher
American International School of Guangzhou
"As a curious learner, I appreciate the balance between theory, practice, and reflection. The time spent on building relationships with other participants helped create a space where I was comfortable sharing goals that were more personal to me.
Kristin's understanding of group theory is profound; she deeply understands how to foster trust in a learning environment. I gained a lot from this course and would highly recommend it to others."
How Does This Course Lead to ICF Certification?
People who complete this ICF Certification Practicum course after completing the Solros Positive Peer Coach Training Program will have fulfilled the core training, mentoring, and assessment requirements for ICF ACC certification, including...
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60+ hours of coach-specific training
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10+ hours of Mentor Coaching (including 3+ hours 1:1)
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Completing the ICF Enhanced Mentor Coaching Process
Graduates will be awarded with a certificate indicating completion of an ICF LEVEL 1 Coach Training Program.
To apply for ICF ACC certification, there are two more requirements, and we provide our participants with support to help you succeed with both of these...
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ICF Credentialing Exam
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100 hours of coaching experience
How to Bring the ICF Certification Practicum to Your School
Schools can arrange an in-house ICF Certification Practicum cohort for staff who have completed Positive Psychology Coaching Foundations and the Positive Peer Coach Training Program.
Comments From Our Program Participants
Tracey Winstone
Grade 4 Teacher
International School of Amsterdam
"I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the course. The experience was both engaging and enlightening, characterized by a high level of organization and thoughtful design. The course offered an excellent balance of theory, discussion, feedback, and practical application, which contributed significantly to my learning process.
I received wonderful feedback from our facilitator, my Mentor Coach, and my peer coaching clients. This brings me confidence and makes me feel valued and energized.
Kristin fostered a safe and supportive environment that allowed participants to develop and flourish. Throughout the course, I noticed a tangible enhancement in my coaching skills, achieved in a constructive and positive manner. I felt consistently encouraged and supported during each session, which was empowering, comfortable, and energizing.
The skills I have acquired are applicable across various aspects of my life, particularly in my daily interactions and relationships with colleagues. Additionally, this course has inspired me to take an active role in developing a coaching program within my workplace.
Overall, it has been a profoundly rewarding experience, and I am immensely grateful to Kristin and the Solros Team for their dedication and support throughout this journey. Thank you for an exceptional course!"
Who is the Program Facilitator?
Program Creator and Facilitator: Kristin Lowe, MAOP, ACC, CPPC.
Kristin is the Host and Lead Coach of the Positivity Playground Global Peer Coaching Network, and she facilitates this ICF Certification Preparation and Practicum course once a year.
Kristin is a former international school teacher who now works as an Organizational Development Consultant, Certified Positive Psychology Coach, and Certified Brief (Solution Focused) Coach.
Kristin is an Associated Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, committed to bringing professional coach training to international and independent school staff. She is also a Certified International Counselor, an ATD Master Instructional Designer, and an Accredited Strengths Profile Practitioner.
What is the Time Commitment?
This is blended learning program which includes...
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Regular reflection, self-assessment, and Client/Peer/Mentor Coach feedback, using the ICF Core Competencies as the standard.
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Eight 3-hour Zoom Group Mentoring sessions.
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Coaching two colleagues at your school - each for a minimum of four 30-minute coaching conversations, followed by a guided reflection process.
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Two 1-hour Mentoring Calls where you receive individual coaching and feedback on two of your recorded sessions from your Mentor Coach*
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The ICF Enhanced Mentor Coaching Process. As an ICF-accredited coach training provider, our verification of your successful completion of this process will be accepted by ICF as evidence of your coaching competencies meeting the Minimal Skills Requirements for ACC certification.*
*Participants may purchase additional Mentoring Calls if they require additional support to meet these requirements.
What are the Dates and Meeting Times?
We schedule the group sessions at times that are convenient for your school's cohort. If you can't make a scheduled session, there are several options for doing a make-up session.
Participants are also welcome to join our monthly Drop-In Positive Peer Coaching Sessions for additional practice.
How to Bring the ICF Certification Practicum to Your School
Schools can arrange an in-house ICF Certification Practicum cohort for staff who have completed Positive Psychology Coaching Foundations and the Positive Peer Coach Training Program.
Comments From Our Program Participants
Pierre van Boxel
Grade 2 Teacher
International School of Luxembourg
"The course well exceeded my expectations! Before starting the Practicum, I was hoping to deepen my knowledge about and around coaching while gaining extra practice. The learning I have done in the Practicum was invaluable.
What I cherish most is our close-knit cohort which turned into such a wonderful small circle of coaching friends. I learned so much from everyone's approach, and the discussions about the selected book were so enriching.
It was my first time working with clients long-term, and I found the structure of the packages very helpful. It's a very different exercise to be able to pull from previous sessions, as part of one coaching arch so to speak, rather than isolated laser-coaching sessions.
I felt safe, seen and motivated throughout this journey. Kristin creates such a positive atmosphere, and trust was very easy to develop. I always appreciate feedback and reflection. Taking the time to do so and having a place to ask questions and voice potential insecurities is wonderful. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience.
I would 100% recommend this program to anyone who is considering joining. I would of course make them aware of the time commitment and energy coaching takes, but if they can make the room and dedication for it, I'd tell them not to hesitate and dive in!”