2026 Level 1 Coach Training (ACC)
Level 1: Overview Fundamentals of SF Coaching
Level 1 Training provides a solid foundation in the history, philosophy and mindset of Solution Focused Coaching, with a coherent coaching framework, and an elegant set of coaching tools and questioning techniques. The ICF Core Coaching Competencies and ICF Code of Ethics are reviewed and observed. With a focus on coaching skills development, the training program includes discussions, reflections, practice, demonstrations, Mentor Coaching and Observed Coaching.
- Solid foundation into the philosophy of SF coaching
- Learn SF core assumptions
- Learn a coherent coaching framework
- Solid foundation of ICF Coaching Competencies and Ethics
- Know key differences in coaching and other areas of practice
- Develop elegant coaching tools and powerful questions
- Enhance how you approach and facilitate desired change
- Explore research and microanalysis of conversations
- Explore how co-construction develops in coaching
- Expand and deepen your coaching toolkit
- Participate in observed coaching and feedback with ICF Coaching Competencies
- Deepen understanding of and share resources on ethics
- Resources for establishing a coaching practice
2026 ICF Accredited
Level 1:
Fundamentals of SF Coaching, 60 hours
Online and in person available
ICF Accredited ACC Course for 2026
Register for our upcoming coach training cohorts and secure your place early. Choose from in-person or online options and start your journey toward certification.
ICF Accredited ACC Course – Level 1 Fundamentals in SF Coaching: Cohort 1
ICF Accredited ACC Course – Level 1 Fundamentals in SF Coaching: Cohort 3
ICF Accredited ACC Course – Level 1 Fundamentals in SF Coaching: Cohort 2 (Online)
Level 1 Program Requirements, 60 hours
- 40 hours coach training
- 10 hours Mentor Coaching + ACC Assessment
- 10 Hours Self-study + Peer Coaching Groups
Certifications
- Associate Certified Coach (ICF)
- Certified Solution Focused Practitioner (IASTI)
- Certified Solution Focused Coach (CCPC)
What do our previous participants say?
Lauren Houghton
CSFC, PCC, Performance Coach & Facilitator, Breakthru Leadership Pte Ltd
The program was unique and personally transformational. It embodies coaching as a way of being, rather than pursuing a certification, and embraces the power of asking “how to” rather than why. Change as a constant in the client’s life is something that can be expanded rather than managed. Thank you Debbie and Dave!
Cynthia Owens
CSFC, Journalist and Executive Coach
The Solution Focused coaching program offered by the Academy of SF has been the single best training for executive coaching that I’ve experienced. I was able to put this learning together in my executive coaching practice in Asia. The trainers are experienced SF Coaches and have a unique ability to connect with coaches who work across the corporate sector. This was the most valuable training for my work in the business world.
Karen Leong
CSFP, Motivational Speaker, Author, Director, Influence Solutions
Debbie and Dave are exceptional coaches who bring in-depth experience and expertise to the coach training. I benefited tremendously from the practical coaching exercises and personalised guided feedback approach. Solutions focused coaching is especially relevant to the demands of our workplaces today. Debbie and Dave are the go-to coaches if you want to get certified. Highly recommended!
Cha Chee Seng
CSFP, PMP, PCC, Organisation Change Agent, Project Management Professional
2016 was one of the most positive, relevant and defining period in my personal and professional life. I experienced and witnessed effective and sustainable changes unfolded through SF Coach Training. SF has profoundly changed the way I deliver change in organizations and continues to create many big and small enlightening moments for me and my clients. I am most grateful for how Debbie continues to support the SF community in Asia.
Lim Puay Sze
Director, Leadership, Public Service Division, Prime Minister’s Office
PSD engaged the Academy of Solution Focused Training to provide coach training for our top public officers in 2017 and 2018. Apart from imparting coaching techniques through a good mix of lecture, games, videos and practice, the programme provided us ample opportunities to observe and learn from each other. The trainers were very experienced and highly skilled in helping the participants reflect on their experience to translate them into good actionable insights, in terms of potential improvement to their coaching style and techniques. The Solution Focused programme also shifted our mindsets about the coach’s role and their assumptions about the potential coachees. Beyond coaching, I found the Solution Focused approach valuable for my own self-development, as we began to reframe issues at the workplace and home.