Membership Eligibility & Approval Process 

ICF Sacramento offers three levels of Membership for ICF Global Members in Good Standing

1. Gold Members - ICF Global Members who choose the Gold membership level with ICF Sacramento receive expanded benefits with an annual fee of $75, which includes free monthly events and a 50% discount on special events. 

2. Silver Members - ICF Global Members who choose to affiliate with ICF Sacramento on their Global membership application receive automatic membership with our chapter on a pay-as-you-go basis for events. 

3. Student Members - Students enrolled in their initial coach training program who also join ICF Global and apply for membership with our chapter are eligible for the same benefits as Gold Members at a deep discount their first year only. 

To qualify as a member of the ICF Sacramento, an individual must:

• Be a member in good standing with the ICF.  The member must maintain ICF membership for the duration of his/her membership in ICF Sacramento Charter Chapter.  Proof of ICF membership shall consist of, but not be limited to: the ICF number issued by the ICF, the date or renewal date of ICF membership and confirmation of the membership by ICF headquarters. See eligibility requirements for ICF membership here.

• Choose ICF Sacramento as your affiliate chapter with Global. (Exceptions may be made for members outside our geographic area who also belong to their local chapter.)

• Practice an identifiable form of coaching as part of his/her professional practice or occupation.
  

• Agree to be bound by the requirements of the ICF Sacramento Bylaws and any rules and regulations, including the ICF Code of Ethics which the board of directors may adopt.
  

CLICK HERE for complete information about joining ICF Global.

CHAPTER ASSOCIATES

For those who are not yet ICF Global members, ICF Sacramento also offers individuals the opportunity to become a Chapter Associate.  Chapter Associates are not members, but do enjoy the benefits of affiliation such as professional development, networking and associating with professional coaches and attend meetings for free. Chapter Associates must also complete an Application form and pay dues. 

STUDENT ASSOCIATES

ICF Sacramento also offers individuals who are currently enrolled in a qualified coach training program the opportunity to become a Student Associate.  Student Associates are not yet ICF Global members, and therefore are not eligible to be members at the chapter level, but do enjoy the benefits of affiliation such as professional development, networking and associating with professional coaches and attend regular chapter meetings for free. Student Associates must also complete an Application form and pay discounted dues.

Join Today.  Become one of the reasons that the ICF Sacramento Charter Chapter is becoming known as the premier source to find professional coaches for Sacramento and surrounding areas.

Benefits of Membership

Benefits vary by membership type.  Members who show a commitment to the International Coaching Federation and their coach specific training receive a higher level of benefits.  Learn More Here.

Board Approval Process:

1. Once you submit your Application and pay your fees online, you will receive verification from the Membership Director that your Application and dues have been received.  If you don’t receive an email within 7 days of applying and paying your dues, please email us at mail@icfsacramento.org.
   
   
2. The Membership Director will verify ICF Membership and payment of dues (when applicable).  Once required information is verified, membership is approved.  If there are questions or incomplete information, you will be contacted by our Membership Director.
   
   
3. When approved, the Membership Director will contact you to welcome you aboard. Information on how to add yourself to our Find a Coach module will be sent to you.
   
   
4. We encourage all members to participate and the best way to do that is to come to an event!