22 April 2026
The introduction of the ICF Mentor Coach Qualification (MCQ) has generated considerable discussion across the coaching community, including a wide range of questions, perspectives and reactions.
As the ICF continues to release information in stages, there are still areas where further clarification is emerging. Many coaches are considering what these changes mean for their current practice, training and future plans.
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We have shared our current understanding of the MCQ, and what it means for both ReciproCoach and non-ReciproCoach mentor coaches, on our MCQ information page. Please read this before posting a question below, as it is likely that many common questions have already been addressed. We also encourage coaches to refer to official ICF documentation for confirmation of requirements as they continue to evolve. |
This page is intended as a space for coaches to share questions, comments and experiences as we collectively navigate the shift toward the MCQ, particularly for those who have completed or are considering completing the ReciproCoach MCQ Mentor Coach Training.
If you have a question, comment or experience to share in relation to these changes, we invite you to add it below and open it up for broader discussion.
ReciproCoach will continue to monitor developments and share relevant updates here as further information is released by the ICF.
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Thanks for all the research and information! You’re tackling so much.
My big questions:
– for ReciproCoach: for the recommended mentors, will the proposed rate change?
– for ICF: what do we know about use of an AI assist (eg RaeNotes) for completing assessments?
– for ReciproCoach: can ReciproCoach generate a transcript of completed training sessions for its mentors?
– for ICF: the PCC Markers training was 40+ hours, does that qualify as training for the standard pathway?
I’m also wondering what they mean about helping clients attain credentials (for the “credit for prior learning” pathway) . That’s a rather vague indication.
I’m also curious if your training program is geared towards those of us who are experienced mentors! I’m not clear what I’d be registering for.