This document is designed as a companion to the updated 2025 ICF Core Competencies. The chart shows where updates have been made to the 2019 ICF Core Competencies.
The primary objective in undertaking the 2025 global coaching job analysis was to understand how coaching practice has evolved since the previous job analysis in 2019. The aim was to identify any new competencies that are now essential for coaches, to determine any competencies that are no longer relevant, and revise existing competencies where necessary. Updates to the ICF Core Coaching Competency model were made through rigorous, evidence-based methods to assess how the Knowledge, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KAOs) of coaching have changed.
The 14-month job analysis used a variety of methods, including literature reviews, focus groups, analyses of tasks and knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics (KAOs), surveys, and a review of the existing competency model. These approaches were designed to (a) identify changes in the coaching profession since the last update in 2019 and (b) determine how those changes could guide updates to ICF’s competency model. This competency model is based on the data collected from nearly 3,000 coaches across the world, including both ICF Members and non-members and representing a diverse range of coaching disciplines, training backgrounds, coaching styles and experience levels.
While no new main competencies are introduced, five new sub-competencies have been added, and revisions have been made to 11 existing sub-competencies. One competency definition was updated, and a glossary of terms has been added. The glossary can be found in the appendix.
Understands and consistently applies coaching ethics and standards of coaching
定義: 瞭解並始終如一地應用教練道德規範與教練準則.
Definition 定義
(2025)
Understands and consistently applies coaching ethics and standards of coaching
定義: 瞭解並始終如一地應用教練道德規範與教練準則.
1.01
(2019)
Demonstrates personal integrity and honesty in interactions with clients, sponsors and relevant stakeholders
在與客戶、專案資助者和相關利益關係人的互動過程中,展現個人的正直誠信和誠實。
1.01
(2025)
Demonstrates personal integrity and honesty in interactions with clients, sponsors and relevant stakeholders
在與客戶、專案資助者和相關利益關係人的互動過程中,展現個人的正直誠信和誠實。
1.02
(2019)
Is sensitive to clients’ identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs
對於客戶的身分認同(特性)、所處環境、經歷、價值觀與信念, 保持敏感.
1.02
(2025)
Is sensitive to clients’ identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs
對於客戶的身分認同(特性)、所處環境、經歷、價值觀與信念, 保持敏感.
1.03
(2019)
Uses language appropriate and respectful to clients, sponsors and relevant stakeholders
運用適合且尊重的語言和客戶, 專案資助者, 及相關利益關係人進行溝通.
1.03
(2025)
Uses language appropriate and respectful to clients, sponsors and relevant stakeholders
運用適合且尊重的語言和客戶, 專案資助者, 及相關利益關係人進行溝通.
1.04
(2019)
Abides by the ICF Code of Ethics and upholds the Core Values
遵守「國際教練聯盟的道德準則」, 並堅守其核心價值.
修訂
1.04
(2025)
Abides by the ICF Code of Ethics and upholds the ICF Core Values
遵守「國際教練聯盟的道德準則」, 並堅守「國際教練聯盟的核心價值」.
1.05
(2019)
Maintains confidentiality with client information per stakeholder agreements and pertinent laws
根據利益關係人協議書與相關法律, 對客戶資訊持續保密.
1.05
(2025)
Maintains confidentiality with client information per stakeholder agreements and pertinent laws
根據利益關係人協議書與相關法律, 對客戶資訊持續保密.
1.06
(2019)
Maintains the distinctions between coaching, consulting, psychotherapy and other support professions
堅持地區分「教練服務」和「顧問, 心理諮詢和其他專業助人工作」之間的差異.
1.06
(2025)
Maintains the distinctions between coaching, consulting, psychotherapy and other support professions
堅持地區分「教練服務」和「顧問, 心理諮詢和其他專業助人工作」之間的差異.
1.07
(2019)
Refers clients to other support professionals, as appropriate
適時引薦客戶給其他專業助人工作者.
1.07
(2025)
Refers clients to other support professionals, as appropriate
適時引薦客戶給其他專業助人工作者.
2
Embodies a Coaching Mindset 體現教練心態
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原始 CCs(2019)
更新 CCs(2025)
Definition 定義
(2019)
Develops and maintains a mindset that is open, curious, flexible and client-centered
定義:發展並保持一個開放、好奇、靈活並以客戶為中心的教練心態
Definition 定義 修訂
(2025)
Engages in ongoing personal and professional learning and development as a coach. Works with coaching supervisors or mentor coaches as needed. Develops and maintains a mindset that is open, curious, flexible and client-centered.
Acknowledges that clients are responsible for their own choices
認知理解「客戶要對自己的選擇負責」
2.01
(2025)
Acknowledges that clients are responsible for their own choices
認知理解「客戶要對自己的選擇負責」
2.02
(2019)
Engages in ongoing learning and development as a coach
身為教練,持續投入自身的學習與發展
修訂
2.02
(2025)
Engages in ongoing learning and development as a coach, including remaining aware of current coaching best practices and use of technology
身為教練,持續投入自身的學習與發展,包括保持對最新教練最佳實務與科技應用的認知。
2.03
(2019)
Develops an ongoing reflective practice to enhance one’s coaching
發展持續反思的習慣,以提升自身教練能力
2.03
(2025)
Develops an ongoing reflective practice to enhance one’s coaching
發展持續反思的習慣,以提升自身教練能力
2.04
(2019)
Remains aware of and open to the influence of context and culture on self and others
對於背景和文化之於教練自己和他人所產生的影響,保持覺察與開放的態度
修訂
2.04
(2025)
Remains aware of and open to the influence of biases, context and culture on self and others
對於偏見、情境和文化之於教練自己和他人所產生的影響,保持覺察與開放的態度
2.05
(2019)
Uses awareness of self and one’s intuition to benefit clients
運用教練的自我覺察和直覺,讓客戶受益
2.05
(2025)
Uses awareness of self and one’s intuition to benefit clients
運用教練的自我覺察和直覺,讓客戶受益
2.06
(2019)
Develops and maintains the ability to regulate one’s emotions
發展並維持能力以管理並調節自我情緒
修訂
2.06
(2025)
Develops and maintains the ability to manage one’s emotions
發展並維持管理自身情緒的能力。
2.07
(2019)
Mentally and emotionally prepares for sessions
在思維上和情感上都做好準備以進入教練會談
修訂
2.07
(2025)
Maintains emotional, physical, and mental well-being in preparation for, throughout, and following each session.
在每次會談的準備階段、進行中及結束後,維持情緒、身體與心理安康的良好狀態。
2.08
(2019)
Seeks help from outside sources when necessary
必要的時候,向外部資源尋求協助
2.08
(2025)
Seeks help from outside sources when necessary
必要的時候,向外部資源尋求協助
N/A
新增
2.09
(2025)
Nurtures openness and curiosity in oneself, the client, and the coaching process.
在自己、客戶與教練過程中培養並維護開放與好奇的態度。
N/A
新增
2.10
(2025)
Remains aware of the influence of one’s thoughts and behaviors on the client and others
保持覺察自己思想與行為對客戶及他人的影響。
3
Establishes and Maintains Agreements 建立和維持合約
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原始 CCs(2019)
更新 CCs(2025)
Definition 定義
(2019)
Partners with the client and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals. Establishes agreements for the overall coaching engagement as well as those for each coaching session.
Partners with the client and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals. Establishes agreements for the overall coaching engagement as well as those for each coaching session.
Explains what coaching is and is not and describes the process to the client and relevant stakeholders
解釋教練是什麼、不是什麼,為客戶和利益關係人描述教練過程與步驟
修訂
3.01
(2025)
Describes one’s coaching philosophy and clearly defines what coaching is and is not for potential clients and stakeholders
向潛在客戶與利害關係人說明自己的教練理念,並清楚定義教練的範疇與非教練的範疇。
3.02
(2019)
Reaches agreement about what is and is not appropriate in the relationship, what is and is not being offered, and the responsibilities of the client and relevant stakeholders
Reaches agreement about what is and is not appropriate in the relationship, what is and is not being offered, and the responsibilities of the client and relevant stakeholders, including commitment to working toward coaching goals
Reaches agreement about the guidelines and specific parameters of the coaching relationship such as logistics, fees, scheduling, duration, termination, confidentiality and inclusion of others
Reaches agreement about the guidelines and specific parameters of the coaching relationship such as logistics, fees, scheduling, duration, termination, confidentiality and inclusion of others
Partners with the client and relevant stakeholders to establish an overall coaching plan and goals
與客戶及利益關係人合作,以建立整體教練計畫與目標
3.04
(2025)
Partners with the client and relevant stakeholders to establish an overall coaching plan and goals
與客戶及利益關係人合作,以建立整體教練計畫與目標
3.05
(2019)
Partners with the client to determine client-coach compatibility
與客戶合作,決定雙方 (客戶與教練) 是否適合一起工作?
3.05
(2025)
Partners with the client to determine client-coach compatibility
與客戶合作,決定雙方 (客戶與教練) 是否適合一起工作?
3.06
(2019)
Partners with the client to identify or reconfirm what they want to accomplish in the session
與客戶合作:識別或者再次確認客戶在當次教練會談中想要實現什麼?
3.06
(2025)
Partners with the client to identify or reconfirm what they want to accomplish in the session
與客戶合作:識別或者再次確認客戶在當次教練會談中想要實現什麼?
3.07
(2019)
Partners with the client to define what the client believes they need to address or resolve to achieve what they want to accomplish in the session
與客戶合作一起界定:客戶相信他所需要提出或解決的議題,以達到客戶在這次會談中想要實現的結果
3.07
(2025)
Partners with the client to define what the client believes they need to address or resolve to achieve what they want to accomplish in the session
與客戶合作一起界定:客戶相信他所需要提出或解決的議題,以達到客戶在這次會談中想要實現的結果
3.08
(2019)
Partners with the client to define or reconfirm measures of success for what the client wants to accomplish in the coaching engagement or individual session
Partners with the client to define or reconfirm measures of success for what the client wants to accomplish in the coaching engagement or individual session
Partners with the client to manage the time and focus of the session
與客戶合作以管理教練會談時間和會談焦點
3.09
(2025)
Partners with the client to manage the time and focus of the session
與客戶合作以管理教練會談時間和會談焦點
3.10
(2019)
Continues coaching in the direction of the client’s desired outcome unless the client indicates otherwise
在客戶渴望的結果方向上,持續進行教練會談,除非客戶表示其他的想法
3.10
(2025)
Continues coaching in the direction of the client’s desired outcome unless the client indicates otherwise
在客戶渴望的結果方向上,持續進行教練會談,除非客戶表示其他的想法
3.11
(2019)
Partners with the client to end the coaching relationship in a way that honors the experience
與客戶合作,以對這次經歷表達敬意的方式結束教練關係
修訂
3.11
(2025)
Partners with the client to close the coaching relationship in a way that respects the client and the coaching experience
與客戶合作,以尊重客戶與教練經驗的方式停止教練關係。
N/A
新增
3.12
(2025)
Revisits the coaching agreement when necessary to ensure the coaching approach is meeting the client’s needs
必要時重新檢視教練協議,以確保教練方式符合客戶的需求。
4
Cultivates Trust and Safety 培養信任和安全感
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原始 CCs(2019)
更新 CCs(2025)
Definition 定義
(2019)
Partners with the client to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to share freely. Maintains a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
定義:與客戶合作創造安全且支持的環境,讓客戶可以自由自在地分享;保持相互尊重且信任的教練關係。
Definition 定義
(2025)
Partners with the client to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to share freely. Maintains a relationship of mutual respect and trust.
定義:與客戶合作創造安全且支持的環境,讓客戶可以自由自在地分享;保持相互尊重且信任的教練關係。
4.01
(2019)
Seeks to understand the client within their context which may include their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs
設法瞭解客戶所處的背景:包括他們的身份認同、所處環境、經歷、價值觀和信念
4.01
(2025)
Seeks to understand the client within their context which may include their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs
設法瞭解客戶所處的背景:包括他們的身份認同、所處環境、經歷、價值觀和信念
4.02
(2019)
Demonstrates respect for the client’s identity, perceptions, style and language and adapts one’s coaching to the client
對客戶的身份認同、觀點、風格和語言,展現尊重;調整教練方式服務客戶
4.02
(2025)
Demonstrates respect for the client’s identity, perceptions, style and language and adapts one’s coaching to the client
對客戶的身份認同、觀點、風格和語言,展現尊重;調整教練方式服務客戶
4.03
(2019)
Acknowledges and respects the client’s unique talents, insights and work in the coaching process
在教練過程中,認知理解並尊重客戶的獨特天賦、洞見和行動
4.03
(2025)
Acknowledges and respects the client’s unique talents, insights and work in the coaching process
在教練過程中,認知理解並尊重客戶的獨特天賦、洞見和行動
4.04
(2019)
Shows support, empathy and concern for the client
對客戶展現支持、同理和關懷
4.04
(2025)
Shows support, empathy and concern for the client
對客戶展現支持、同理和關懷
4.05
(2019)
Acknowledges and supports the client’s expression of feelings, perceptions, concerns, beliefs and suggestions
認知理解並支持客戶表達「感受、觀點、擔心、信念和建議」
4.05
(2025)
Acknowledges and supports the client’s expression of feelings, perceptions, concerns, beliefs and suggestions
認知理解並支持客戶表達「感受、觀點、擔心、信念和建議」
4.06
(2019)
Demonstrates openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client
明地呈現教練自身的脆弱,與客戶建立信任關係
4.06
(2025)
Demonstrates openness and transparency as a way to display vulnerability and build trust with the client
明地呈現教練自身的脆弱,與客戶建立信任關係
5
Maintains Presence 維持臨在狀態 (維持當下感)
▾
原始 CCs(2019)
更新 CCs(2025)
Definition 定義
(2019)
Is fully conscious and present with the client, employing a style that is open, flexible, grounded and confident
定義:全身心且有意識地與客戶同在當下,展現一種開放、靈活、可靠且自信的風格。
Definition 定義
(2025)
Is fully conscious and present with the client, employing a style that is open, flexible, grounded and confident
定義:全身心且有意識地與客戶同在當下,展現一種開放、靈活、可靠且自信的風格。
5.01
(2019)
Remains focused, observant, empathetic and responsive to the client
對客戶保持專注、觀察、同理和回應
5.01
(2025)
Remains focused, observant, empathetic and responsive to the client
對客戶保持專注、觀察、同理和回應
5.02
(2019)
Demonstrates curiosity during the coaching process
在教練過程中展現好奇心
5.02
(2025)
Demonstrates curiosity during the coaching process
在教練過程中展現好奇心
N/A
新增
5.03
(2025)
Remains aware of what is emerging for self and client in the present moment
覺察當下自我與客戶正在展現的感受、想法與狀態。
5.03
(2019)
Manages one’s emotions to stay present with the client
管理自己的情緒,以保持與客戶同在當下
5.04
(2025)
Manages one’s emotions to stay present with the client
管理自己的情緒,以保持與客戶同在當下
5.04
(2019)
Demonstrates confidence in working with strong client emotions during the coaching process
在教練過程中展現信心,可以和「強烈的客戶情緒」一起工作
5.05
(2025)
Demonstrates confidence in working with strong client emotions during the coaching process
在教練過程中展現信心,可以和「強烈的客戶情緒」一起工作
5.05
(2019)
Is comfortable working in a space of not knowing
能夠舒適地在未知的(心理)空間中工作
5.06
(2025)
Is comfortable working in a space of not knowing
能夠舒適地在未知的(心理)空間中工作
5.06
(2019)
Creates or allows space for silence, pause or reflection
創造並給予靜默、暫停或反思的空間(與時間)
5.07
(2025)
Creates or allows space for silence, pause or reflection
創造並給予靜默、暫停或反思的空間(與時間)
6
Listens Actively 積極聆聽
▾
原始 CCs(2019)
更新 CCs(2025)
Definition 定義
(2019)
Focuses on what the client is and is not saying to fully understand what is being communicated in the context of the client systems and to support client self-expression
Focuses on what the client is and is not saying to fully understand what is being communicated in the context of the client systems and to support client self-expression
Partners with the client to transform learning and insight into action. Promotes client autonomy in the coaching process.
定義:與客戶合作將學習和洞見轉化為實際行動;在教練過程中促進客戶的自主性。
Definition 定義
(2025)
Partners with the client to transform learning and insight into action. Promotes client autonomy in the coaching process.
定義:與客戶合作將學習和洞見轉化為實際行動;在教練過程中促進客戶的自主性。
8.01
(2019)
Works with the client to integrate new awareness, insight or learning into their worldview and behaviors
與客戶合作,將新的覺察、洞見或學習整合進他們的世界觀和行為當中
8.01
(2025)
Works with the client to integrate new awareness, insight or learning into their worldview and behaviors
與客戶合作,將新的覺察、洞見或學習整合進他們的世界觀和行為當中
8.02
(2019)
Partners with the client to design goals, actions and accountability measures that integrate and expand new learning
與客戶合作設計:可以整合並拓展新學習經驗的「目標、行動以及創造當責的衡量標準」
8.02
(2025)
Partners with the client to design goals, actions and accountability measures that integrate and expand new learning
與客戶合作設計:可以整合並拓展新學習經驗的「目標、行動以及創造當責的衡量標準」
8.03
(2019)
Acknowledges and supports client autonomy in the design of goals, actions and methods of accountability
認知理解並支持客戶發揮自主性地設計目標、行動與當責的方法
8.03
(2025)
Acknowledges and supports client autonomy in the design of goals, actions and methods of accountability
認知理解並支持客戶發揮自主性地設計目標、行動與當責的方法
8.04
(2019)
Supports the client in identifying potential results or learning from identified action steps
支持客戶從已經確定的行動步驟當中,識別出可能的成果與學習
8.04
(2025)
Supports the client in identifying potential results or learning from identified action steps
支持客戶從已經確定的行動步驟當中,識別出可能的成果與學習
8.05
(2019)
Invites the client to consider how to move forward, including resources, support and potential barriers
邀請客戶思考如何可以繼續朝目標前進,包括資源、支援與潛在的阻礙
8.05
(2025)
Invites the client to consider how to move forward, including resources, support and potential barriers
邀請客戶思考如何可以繼續朝目標前進,包括資源、支援與潛在的阻礙
8.06
(2019)
Partners with the client to summarize learning and insight within or between sessions
在教練會談當中或在會談和會談之間,與客戶合作總結學習和洞見
修訂
8.06
(2025)
Partners with the client to summarize learning and insight within or between sessions
在教練會談當中或在會談和會談之間,與客戶合作總結學習和洞察
N/A
新增
8.07
(2025)
Partners with the client to integrate learning and sustain progress throughout the coaching engagement
與客戶合作,整合學習並在整個教練過程中維持進展。
8.07
(2019)
Celebrates the client’s progress and successes
慶祝客戶的進展和成功
修訂
8.08
(2025)
Acknowledges the client’s progress and successes
認可並讚賞客戶的進展與成功。
8.08
(2019)
Partners with the client to close the session
與客戶合作以結束教練會談
修訂
8.09
(2025)
Partners with the client to close the session
與客戶合作以停止教練會談
ICF Core Competencies Comparison
This translation of the 2025 ICF Core Competencies Comparison was developed by the Taiwan Chapter of ICF and published June 1, 2026. The original 2025 ICF Core Competencies are available on the ICF website at: The Gold Standard in Coaching | ICF – Core Competencies (coachingfederation.org).