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ICF PCC Markers: Above the Waterline

Updated: Oct 9

Image: iceberg. Article: ICF Core Competency Markers: Above the Waterline. Discover how ICF Core Competency Markers elevate coaching. Learn how these Markers ensure high-quality, ethical coaching and drive transformation.
The ICF PCC markers are just the tip of the coaching excellence iceberg.

The ICF Core Competencies are the foundation of our profession, guiding how we show up as coaches. But when it comes to credentialling, assessors need something more specific: observable evidence. That’s where the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Markers come in.

The PCC markers aren’t a separate competency model—they’re a practical lens ICF assessors use when listening to your recorded sessions. Each marker describes behaviors that demonstrate PCC-level coaching. Think of the competencies as the whole iceberg and the markers as the part above the waterline—the visible proof that your coaching embodies the deeper structure beneath.

As of 2025, the ICF has updated its Core Competencies, adding nuance around pattern recognition, cultural identity, systemic awareness, and partnership. The PCC markers themselves haven’t been revised (since 2021), but it’s wise to read them with the 2025 updates in mind.

How to Use the PCC Markers

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