Life Coach Council™ Handbook

Official Guide to the ALC™ & CILC™ Global Certifications

LIFE COACH COUNCIL™

Accredited Life Coach Commission Board™

Global Certification Body

Home of the ALC™ Accredited Life Coach™ and
CILC™ Certified International Life Coach™ Designations

Training & Certification through
LCBSI – Life Coach Board of Standards International

Table of Contents

1. Welcome & Overview

2. About the ALC™ & CILC™ Designations

3. Founder & Vision

4. Coaching Philosophy & Methodology

5. Certification Pathways

6. Certification Requirements

7. Graduate-Level Standards

8. Ethics & Professional Conduct

9. Continuing Education Requirements

10. Scope of Practice

11. Train-the-Trainer Programs

12. Global Alliances & Recognition

13. Benefits of Board Certification

14. Application Process

15. Mission & Governance

1. Welcome & Overview

The Accredited Life Coach Commission Board™ is a global standards and certification body dedicated to advancing excellence in life coaching, executive coaching, business coaching, and management consulting.

The Life Coach Council™ establishes structured, graduate-level certification pathways designed to bring credibility, accountability, and measurable standards to the coaching profession worldwide.

2. About the ALC™ & CILC™ Designations

For over a decade, the Council has awarded two primary professional designations:

ALC™ – Accredited Life Coach™

CILC™ – Certified International Life Coach™

These designations recognize verified education, examination, ethical commitment, and professional competency in coaching and human development.

Board Certification represents formal validation that a candidate has met published standards in education, experience, ethics, and continuing professional development.

3. Founder & Vision

Founded by:

Commissioner George S. Mentz, JD, MBA, CWM, ChMC, CFC, CILS, ALC
Counselor of Law • Notary Public

Commissioner Mentz is the Founder of the International Coaching Commission and a pioneer in integrating:

• Success philosophy

• Metaphysics & transpersonal psychology

• Wealth management principles

• Leadership science

• Strategic performance systems

His coaching model blends high-performance achievement with Body–Mind–Soul (BMS) methodologies — often described as a structured “Warrior Mystic” framework for elite human potential development.

Over three decades, Mentz and affiliated global faculty have delivered certification programs in more than 40 nations.

4. Coaching Philosophy & Methodology

The Council promotes a structured, results-driven approach to coaching that integrates:

• Behavioral science

• Strategic planning

• Ontological and transpersonal frameworks

• Financial literacy principles

• Leadership development systems

• Accountability and performance metrics

Certified professionals are trained to adapt methodologies to client context rather than applying generic models.

5. Certification Pathways

Candidates may qualify through:

• Accredited degree completion

• Approved executive training programs

• Documented professional coaching or consulting experience

• Successful completion of recognized examinations

• Board review and documentation verification

Flexible pathways include online programs, in-house executive training, and mentorship-based certification tracks.

6. Certification Requirements

To qualify for Board Certification, applicants must meet the following minimum standards:

Education

Degree or diploma from a government-recognized or accredited institution.

Experience

Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience.

Ethics

Formal agreement to adhere to the Life Coach Council™ Code of Professional Conduct.

Continuing Education

Commitment to ongoing professional development.

All applications are subject to Board evaluation.

7. Graduate-Level Standards & Eligibility

Applicants may qualify if they have:

• Completed accredited degree programs

• Passed recognized examinations

• Earned government-recognized academic credentials

• Demonstrated documented management or coaching experience

Graduates of AACSB, ACBSP, EFMD/EQUIS accredited business schools, ABA-accredited law schools, or comparable government-recognized institutions may be eligible for certification following Board review.

8. Ethics & Professional Conduct

All ALC™ and CILC™ professionals must:

• Maintain integrity and client confidentiality

• Avoid conflicts of interest

• Practice within competence boundaries

• Provide honest representation of credentials

• Uphold dignity and professional standards

Violation of ethics may result in suspension or revocation of certification.

9. Continuing Education Requirements

To maintain active status:

• Certified members must complete annual continuing education hours.

• Approved seminars, executive programs, research publications, or recognized professional training qualify.

• Documentation must be submitted for compliance review.

10. Scope of Practice

Certified Life Coaches and Consultants assist clients with:

• Personal goal achievement

• Career optimization

• Leadership development

• Business performance

• Wealth-building strategy

• Communication mastery

• Entrepreneurial growth

• Structured life transitions

Coaches provide guidance, not legal, medical, or licensed therapy services unless separately credentialed.

11. Train-the-Trainer Programs

Advanced programs prepare qualified professionals to become:

• Certified Trainers

• Accredited Coaches

• Board-Certified International Professionals

These programs are designed for executives, consultants, educators, and entrepreneurs seeking to build structured coaching practices.

12. Global Alliances & Recognition

The Board and affiliated institutions have delivered executive programs, certification frameworks, and collaborations with global institutions including:

HSBC Private Banking, Thomson Reuters, Pearson VUE, LexisNexis, Securities & Commodities Authority (UAE), China Banking Association, Asian Bankers Institute, Monetary Authority of Singapore (training approvals referenced), BNSP Indonesia, Arab League Academy, and numerous accredited universities worldwide.

Programs have been listed, referenced, or disclosed within governmental and regulatory frameworks including U.S. Department of Labor resources, NASD / FINRA references, and United Nations Civil Society listings.

Certifications operate within ISO-aligned educational frameworks, including ISO 21001, ISO 29993, and ISO 9001 standards.

13. Benefits of Board Certification

Board Certification may:

• Enhance professional credibility

• Differentiate practitioners in competitive markets

• Authorize use of recognized post-nominal designations (ALC™ / CILC™)

• Strengthen marketing and client trust

• Increase earning potential

• Expand global portability

14. Application Process

1. Submit resume and documentation.

2. Provide transcripts and credential verification.

3. Complete approved education or exams (if required).

4. Sign ethics agreement.

5. Receive formal Board Certification and designation.

15. Mission & Governance

The Life Coach Council™:

• Fosters quality education standards in coaching and management

• Advances professional competency worldwide

• Encourages research and innovation in leadership development

• Maintains graduate-level certification criteria

• Oversees the Academic Professional Designation Accreditation Commission

Our Mission

To professionalize coaching.
To uphold global ethics standards.
To provide structured, graduate-level certification pathways.
To expand access to high-performance human development worldwide.

Apply Today

If you meet eligibility requirements and are committed to professional excellence, we invite you to apply.

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