the International Coach Federation (ICF) was founded in 1995 to advance the art, science and practice of professional coaching. As the leading global organization dedicated to advancing the coaching profession ICF sets high standards, provides independent certification, and builds a worldwide network of credentialed coaches. ICF is the voice of the global coaching profession with more than 17,000 professional, personal and business coaches in over 95 countries. Creating opportunities for research and the development of the art and science of coachingMaintaining standards for professional coaching, set by ICF, and continually 'raising the bar'Providing professional development opportunities for its membersCelebrating organizational and member coaching achievements. more... See more text