Learning, Development and Connection for Professional Coaches
Events & Education
Professional coaching is a discipline that continues to evolve. Continuous learning, reflection, and professional exchange are essential for maintaining high coaching standards and supporting the development of the coaching profession.
Equally important is the role of community. Professional coaches grow not only through formal education, but also through meaningful dialogue with peers, shared reflection on practice, and participation in a professional community.
Through events, coach education, and professional development opportunities, International Coaching Federation and ICF Netherlands support coaches in strengthening their skills, expanding their knowledge, and connecting with fellow professionals.
On this page you can explore learning opportunities available to coaches in the Netherlands and through the ICF.
Events & Local Meetups
ICF Netherlands regularly organizes professional events where coaches can learn, connect, and exchange experiences.
These gatherings strengthen the professional coaching community in the Netherlands and create opportunities for shared learning and meaningful dialogue.
Events may include:
• professional development workshops
• community meetups
• panel discussions and knowledge sessions
• supervision and intervision sessions
• networking events within the Dutch coaching community
Some events are exclusively for members, while others are open to non-members who want to explore professional coaching.
Interested in contributing to the community? Many of our local meetups and professional gatherings are organized by volunteers from the coaching community.
Get involved in organizing events or supporting the community
For coaches who want to deepen reflection on their practice, structured peer learning is also available through supervision and intervision sessions.
Learn more about reflective practice
Take the First Step
And go directly to all accredited programs worldwide through the ICF Education Search Service:
Coach Training & Courses in the Netherlands
Becoming a professional coach starts with high-quality education aligned with international coaching standards.
Only coaching education that has been accredited by ICF directly leads to the credential pathway. These programs are designed to meet the ICF Core Competencies and ethical standards required for professional coaching.
Coaches who have completed other forms of coaching education may still pursue an ICF credential through alternative application pathways. In these cases, ICF Global evaluates whether the education and training meet the required standards.
On the training page you will find:
• a selection of ICF-accredited coach training programs in the Netherlands
• information about credential pathways
• guidance on choosing the right coaching education program
Continuing Coach Education (CCE)
Professional coaches continue developing throughout their careers.
Continuing Coach Education (CCE) helps coaches deepen their expertise, expand their professional perspective, and maintain alignment with evolving coaching standards.
CCE opportunities include:
• advanced coach training programs
• professional development workshops
• ethics training
• specialized coaching methodologies
Many of these learning opportunities take place within the professional coaching community, where coaches learn from each other’s experiences and perspectives.
ICF Learning Portal
ICF members have access to a wide range of learning resources through the official ICF Learning Portal.
The portal provides access to:
• Webinars and recorded learning sessions
• Communities of Practice
• Research and thought leadership
• Professional development resources for credential renewal
Access to the Learning Portal is available for ICF members through their Global member login.
Your Learning Journey
Whether you are just starting your coaching journey or continuing to develop your professional expertise, learning does not happen in isolation.
Through education, shared reflection, and community engagement, coaches strengthen both their individual practice and the collective profession.
Explore upcoming events, accredited coaching education, and professional development opportunities to continue growing as a professional coach.
ICF Netherlands works with accredited partners
We collaborate with accredited training providers and professional partners committed to advancing coaching standards in the Netherlands.
