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Every Coaching Certification by Niche & Body (2026)

50+ coaching niches · ICF, EMCC, AC, COMENSA, NBHWC · Recovery & addiction · Specialty paths — all documented with requirements, costs, and timelines.

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Every specialty has specific credentials that matter. Pick your niche to find the right certification path.

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RECOVERY COACHING

Recovery Coaching Certifications

CCAR, IC&RC CPRC, state PRSS, SMART Recovery, NADAAC — full landscape and how to stack them.

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Substance Abuse Coaching Credentials

Clinical stacking for coaches: CCAR → NAADAC NCC → CAC/LADC. What stacks, what doesn't.

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Best for Sober Coaches

CCAR + ICF ACC vs IC&RC CPRC for treatment centers. Rates, scope, and market positioning.

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Substance Abuse

Clinical stacking for coaches: CCAR → NAADAC NCC → CAC/LADC path

Recovery Coaching

Every recovery coaching cert: CCAR, IC&RC, state PRSS, SMART Recovery, NADAAC

ICF PCC, AC Executive Coach, EMCC Senior Practitioner — corporate gold standard

ICF ACC, CTI CPCC, iPEC CPC — which path builds the best life coaching practice

Niche-specific career coaching certs: career development, résumé, interview specializations

Health & Wellness

NBHWC NBC-HWC, ACE health coaching, integrative nutrition certifications

Wellness coaching certs: NBHWC, functional medicine coaching, corporate wellness

ICF PCC, EMCC Senior, AC Executive — credentials that open senior leadership work

Business coaching certifications: ICF ACC/PCC, BCC, specialty programs

Specialty certs for relationship, dating, and divorce coaching practice

CFP, AFC, and coaching-specific programs for financial coaches

Mindset coaching certifications: positive psychology, NLP, somatic approaches

Trauma-Informed

Trauma certification programs for coaches working with trauma survivors

Spiritual coaching certifications: ICF, EMCC, and spiritual methodology programs

Athletic and performance coaching certifications and programs

ADHD coaching certifications and specialized training programs

Parent coaching certifications: positive discipline, family coaching, EOS-based

College Entrance

IEC (Independent Educational Consultant) certification and higher ed coaching

Dating and relationship coaching certifications and programs

Public speaking and presentation coaching credentials

Grief coaching and bereavement support certifications

Confidence and self-esteem coaching certifications and programs

Anxiety coaching certifications and evidence-based approaches

Corporate coaching credentials: ICF PCC, EMCC, BCC, corporate programs

Team and group coaching certifications: EMCC team, ICF team, systemic approaches

Nutrition coaching certifications: NANP, ACE, clinical nutrition programs

Fitness coaching certifications: NSCA, ACE, NASM, and coaching-specific paths

Weight management coaching certifications and evidence-based programs

Transformational

Transformational coaching certifications: CTI, iPEC, ontological approaches

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship coaching certifications for startup and small business coaches

Women's Leadership

Specialty certifications for coaches serving women leaders

Resilience coaching certifications and evidence-based training

Sales coaching certifications and sales methodology programs

Stress Management

Stress management coaching certs and mindfulness-based approaches

Sleep coaching certifications and behavioral sleep medicine approaches

Productivity coaching certifications and methodology programs

Academic coaching certifications for educational settings

Youth coaching and teen coaching certifications and programs

Time Management

Time management coaching certifications and programs

Life and career transition coaching certifications and programs

Divorce coaching certifications and family law-adjacent coaching

Retirement coaching certifications and encore career programs

Communication coaching certifications and conflict communication programs

Conflict Resolution

Conflict resolution coaching certifications: mediation, restorative practices

Negotiation coaching credentials and Harvard-based programs

Interview coaching certifications and job search methodology

Emotional Intelligence

EQ coaching certifications and Six Seconds, TAP-in programs

Startup coaching certifications and entrepreneur support programs

Media coaching and public relations coaching certifications

Creative coaching certifications and arts-based coaching approaches

Specialty certifications for coaches working with male clients

Accountability coaching certifications and methodology programs

Browse by Certifying Body

Every major certifying body with all their credential levels documented.

ICF (International Coaching Federation)

Global standard — 140+ countries, 60,000+ credential holders. ACC/PCC/MCC pathway.

ICF ACC (Associate Certified Coach) — Entry level · 100 coaching hours ICF PCC (Professional Certified Coach) — Mid level · 500 coaching hours ICF MCC (Master Certified Coach) — Master level · 2,500 coaching hours

EMCC (European Mentoring & Coaching Council)

European standard — strong in UK, EU, Middle East. EIA individual accreditation.

EIA Foundation EIA Practitioner EIA Senior Practitioner EIA Master Practitioner EMCC ESQA (Program Accreditation)

AC (Association for Coaching)

UK-based, strong in Commonwealth. Holistic competency review.

AC Foundation AC Coach AC Executive Coach AC Master Executive Coach

Other Major Bodies

Specialized and regional bodies for specific coaching contexts.

COMENSA (South Africa — mandated) NBHWC / NBC-HWC (Health & Wellness, US) BCC / CCE Global (Board Certified Coach) CPCC — Co-Active Training Institute CPC — iPEC Coaching

Recovery & Addiction

Recovery coaching, peer support, and substance abuse credentials for coaches working in addiction and behavioral health.

Recovery Coaching Certifications — Full Guide — CCAR, IC&RC CPRC, state PRSS, SMART Substance Abuse Coaching Credentials — Clinical stacking: CCAR → NAADAC → CAC/LADC Best for Sober Coaches — CCAR + ICF ACC, IC&RC CPRC

Decision Guides & Comparisons

ICF vs EMCC vs AC — Which Body? Best Training Programs 2026 Cost Comparison 2026 Complete Database (Long-form) Is Cert Worth It? Exam Prep

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