In today’s episode, your hosts, Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall, discuss the true meanings and differences between certification, qualification, and accreditation in the coaching industry. With its unregulated landscape, the coaching field can often feel challenging for both new and seasoned coaches to navigate. Rebecca and Sarah are here to demystify the terrain, bust common myths, and share helpful tips on how to choose the right path for your coaching journey.  If you're a coach seeking clarity on how to enhance your credentials or simply curious about the industry's intricacies, this episode is a must-listen. So grab your notepad, settle in, and get ready to elevate your coaching practice with the Coaching Catalysts! Here are the Highlights: 02:25 The coaching industry's emergence and evolution. 05:44 Seeking formal training to become a coach. 06:59 Challenged by qualifications, found success with ICF. 10:04 Look for ILM or ICF accreditation for coaching. 13:34 The Association For Coaching accreditation of coaches. 16:50 Consider courses that fit your needs.  20:10 Free guide for coaching. Join the mailing list. Connect with us here:  Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com Work with us: Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching  To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecoachingcatalystscommunity https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_  https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/ Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/