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ICF Level 2 Training Course
Vanguard XXI – ICF Level 2 Training Course
In partnership with Zovak Consulting, the organization of record with the ICF for Level 2 Training
This ICF Level 2 Training Course is your path toward gaining your ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential!
Welcome to Vanguard XXI’s ICF Level 2 Training Course, offered in collaboration with Zovak Consulting (the ICF organization of record for Level 2 training). The program is designed to provide aspiring and experienced coaches with the advanced skills, knowledge, and competencies to support them to excel in the coaching profession and to fulfill the requirements of an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Level 2 program (which is the easiest and most cost-efficient path toward an ICF PCC credential).
The course combines the expertise of Vanguard XXI, a trusted organization in leadership development and coaching training, with Zovak Consulting’s proven coaching curriculum and education for empowering individuals and organizations through transformative coaching practices. Together, we offer a comprehensive, immersive learning experience tailored to meet the highest standards of coaching excellence.
Participants will engage in a 65-hour interactive curriculum focusing on mastering the 8 ICF Core Competencies, refining coaching techniques, and applying them in real-world contexts. The program includes live coaching sessions, feedback-driven learning, mentor coaching, peer collaboration, and practical tools to build confidence and credibility as coaches.
The training will equip you with the skills and credentials to make a lasting impact. Join us in the journey to empower others, foster growth, and unlock your potential as a world-class coach.
Future Training Course Dates:
VL2 1-25 Cohort – March 3, 10, 24 | April 7,28 | May 12, 2025
VL2 2-25 Cohort – TBD, 2025
Please email Phil (phil@vanguardxxi.com) if you plan on attending the 2hr orientation
(taste-n-see) meeting (March 3) without registering.
Level 2 Training Facilitators & Mentor Coaches
Kim Zovak is an experienced coach, trainer, and leadership consultant working globally with non-profit leaders and organizations. Her passion is helping leaders multiply their impact by reproducing more effective leaders and supporting organizations to build strong leadership development cultures that better achieve their goals. She holds an MCC credential with the International Coaching Federation and is a credentialing assessor, mentor coach, and coaching supervisor.
Phil McKinney II has spent over 30 years in ministry, higher education, and leadership, working in discipleship, family ministry, coaching, leadership development, spiritual direction, and pastoral counseling. He is a professional ICF-certified (PCC) life, leadership, executive, and mentor coach and is a certified practitioner of DISC, Motivators, EIQ, and Prepare/Enrich assessment tools. He holds four degrees (BA, MA, MACS, and PhD) and is a published author.
Level 2 Training Hours
The training course is designed around the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Core Competencies (see https://coachingfederation.org/credentials-and-standards/core-competencies) to support coaches to meet the required 125 hours of Coaching Education needed for a PCC credential.
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Level 2 Training Topics
The interactive course allows experienced coaches to experiment with new postures and techniques, observe others coach, deepen their understanding of the ICF Core Competencies, and receive feedback and tips on how to improve their coaching. It provides a variety of interactive activities (e.g., demonstrations, improv games, drawing, and movement) to generate conversation and practice around each of the 8 Core Competencies.
Focus: 3 coaching postures and 8 ICF Competencies, and regular time for observed coaching practice.
- Intensive 1 – Higher Level Coaching: Catalyst, Facilitator and Partner; Foundations of Coaching at Higher Level: Coach the Person, Not the Problem; Ethics in the Gray Spaces.
- Intensive 2 – Co-Creating the Relationship: Including Psychological Safety, Transactional Analysis, and ABC (Always Be Contracting)
- Intensive 3 – Communicating Effectively: Holistic Attunement, Self-as-Instrument, Making Observations to Catalyze Awareness, Presence-Based Coaching
- Intensive 4 – Facilitating Growth and Development Through Coaching: Within the Session and Through our Ongoing Relationship, More than Action Steps
- Intensive 5 – Consolidating Higher Level Coaching and Application in Team and Group Coaching
Level 2 Training Format
Delivery Format
The course and subsequent mentor coaching and triads will be done virtually. No in-person attendance will be required.
Group Sessions
To accommodate a variety of time zones, the required coaching education will occur on Zoom in 5 (5) sessions of 7.5 hours. Limited makeup ability is available for those who miss an in-person experience, as the ICF requires face-to-face time with the ICF facilitator (which will incur an additional fee).
The first session will provide a brief orientation to the course and ICF higher-level coaching. Those still determining whether this is the right fit for their development are welcome to attend this session to assess the situation.
Triads
Between the group sessions, you will be expected to meet with a triad to continue implementing learning through practice coaching and discussion around the learning from the group sessions. Your participation gives you the asynchronous credit toward the Level 2 certificate. These meetings can be scheduled at your convenience. Please leave a similar time block open (e.g., Monday mornings) on your calendar between intensives for the asynchronous work.
Mentor Coaching
Group Mentor Coaching will be provided during each of the five intensives for a total of seven (7) hours. The remaining three (3) hours of 1:1 mentor coaching can be scheduled during or after the course with the mentor coach.
Assessment
The Level 2 assessment requires submitting one (1) recording and transcript lasting no more than 60 minutes. Instructions will be provided. The assessment can be submitted at any time after the course or within a year if the course start date.
ICF Renewal
If you need this course to fulfill your ICF renewal requirements before the course is completed, you will receive a partial course completion certificate for your completed hours.
Level 2 Training Fees
The total per-participant cost for this 65-hour ICF training is $5735. This includes all applicable fees for training, mentor coaching, recording assessment, etc.
Level 2 Training Registration
Use the button below to register online. If the timing isn’t right and you want to be notified about the following Level 2 opportunity, please email Phil McKinney at phil@vanguardxxi.com to register your interest.
Please email Phil (phil@vanguardxxi.com) if you plan on attending the 2hr orientation (taste-n-see) meeting without registering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is eligible to enroll in the Vanguard XXI ICF Level 2 Training Course?
Participants must have completed an ICF Level 1 (60-hr) training program or hold an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential before enrolling in the Level 2 program.
2. How long is the training, and what is the time commitment?
The training consists of 65 hours of coursework, including synchronous and asynchronous learning, group mentor coaching, triad peer coaching, and one-on-one mentor coaching. Participants should plan to engage fully in the scheduled sessions and complete assignments between intensives.
3. How is the training delivered?
The training is entirely virtual, conducted via Zoom. There are five live intensive sessions, self-paced asynchronous work, and scheduled triad meetings.
4. What are the key topics covered in the training?
The course focuses on advanced coaching techniques aligned with the 8 ICF Core Competencies. Topics include higher-level coaching postures, psychological safety, effective communication, presence-based coaching, and team/group coaching.
5. What is the purpose of the triad peer coaching sessions?
Triad peer coaching sessions provide additional practice and reinforcement of the skills learned during intensives. Participants will coach and receive feedback from peers to refine their techniques.
6. What are the requirements for completing the program?
Participants must attend the required training hours, complete asynchronous work, participate in triad coaching, participate in mentor coaching, and submit a recorded coaching session and transcript for assessment.
7. What certification will I receive upon completion?
Graduates will receive a Level 2 certificate, which counts toward the 125 coaching education hours required for an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential.
8. How does mentor coaching work?
The course includes 7 hours of group mentor coaching during the intensives and 3 hours of one-on-one mentor coaching, scheduled individually with a mentor coach.
9. Can I use this training for ICF credential renewal?
Yes, if you are renewing an existing ICF credential, you can receive a partial course completion certificate for the completed hours.
10. What is the cost of the training?
The total cost for the 65-hour ICF Level 2 training is $5,735 USD. Additional credit card or bank processing fees may apply.
11. How do I register for the training?
You can register online by CLICKING HERE. If you are interested in future training opportunities, you can sign up to be notified.
12. What happens if I miss a live session?
Attendance is crucial, but limited makeup options may be available upon request and may incur additional fees. ICF requires face-to-face interaction with facilitators, so participants should plan to attend all sessions.
13. When can I submit my Level 2 assessment?
The required coaching assessment can be submitted any time after completing the course. Instructions for submission will be provided during the training.
To start your journey with Vanguard XXI, simply follow the link below. It's time to unlock your potential, and embark on a rewarding journey of personal and professional growth. Vanguard XXI can help you enhance your skills, foster your strengths, and reach new heights of success.
