Organisational benefits
The AC is one of the leading independent and non-profit making professional bodies aimed at promoting best practice and raising the awareness and standards of coaching, while providing support for its members. Since its inception, the Association for Coaching has experienced rapid growth, has become known for its leadership within the market and responsiveness to both market and members’ needs. Becoming a member gives the opportunity to be involved in an established, yet dynamic, membership organisation dedicated to excellence and coaching best practice. It is a membership organisation for Professional Coaches, Training/Service providers and Organisations involved in Coaching; the areas covered include Executive, Business, Personal, Speciality and Group Coaching.
Below are just some of the many benefits you and your representatives can access by joining the AC:
- NEW for 2008: Primary Contacts will receive twice a year by post a copy of Coaching: An International Journal of Theory, Research & Practice; the AC's international coaching journal, published in collaboration with Routledge.
- Gain new customers and referrals - through your dedicated web page profile on the AC online membership directory with your logo/link to your company’s website.
- Regular Seminars and Events - hosted by top industry experts on current topics which directly affect the development and effectiveness of your staff. Members are entitled to discounts on attendance fees.
- Accreditation – by having combined Organisational/Individual Membership internal coaches are eligible to apply for AC individual coach accreditation after being approved as a full AC member for at least three months.
- International AC Conference – attend the AC’s annual conference (at discounted rates) with international speakers drawn from top coaching experts and which provides an opportunity to network, compare best practice and share knowledge with other HR and coaching professionals.
- Press/VIP contacts - raise the organisational’s coaching profile through PR activities, through the influential honorary board and contacts across the AC.
- Member Newsletters - increase knowledge through sharing best practice and keep abreast of the latest thinking and learning in the Quarterly AC Bulletin and AC Update.
- Co-Coaching – Practice your coaching skills and learn through experience and observation at any of our many regional co-coaching forum groups
- AC Forums - an opportunity to participate in the AC online forum – a networking and discussion group for members to share their news and views and receive advice and support from others.
- Industry/Market Research - gain first hand knowledge into latest industry trends via the AC’s market research reports.
- Dedicated AC Website - gain access to up-to-date AC activities, members’ events, reference materials and members only section.
- AC Logo/Letters - add value to your service offering and build credibility through use of AC logo/letters in organisational marketing materials.
- Internal Organisational Seminars/Think-tanks - participate in organisational seminars and exclusive think-tanks on subjects focused on understanding the needs of your organisation which will help develop and benefit your employees.
- Ongoing Professional Development - acquire CPD certificates through attendance at development forums, workshops and events and gain access to Organisational Development Guidelines.
- Improve Coaching skills - through special invitations to professional coaching courses and participation in workshops.
- Networking Opportunities - enjoy networking opportunities to draw on the advice and experience of other leading edge organisations that are also passionate about ethics, best practice and standards in the coaching profession.
- Strategic Partnerships - receive member discounts, discounted training offers, and product and service deals through strategic partnerships.
- Breakfast talks – access to breakfast talks surrounding workplace coaching issues.
- Access to a dedicated team of organisational coaches, who are open to sharing best practice and insights into specific workplace coaching requirements.
- Identify professional Coaches and/or potential Associates that suit your hiring requirements through the AC’s membership online directory.
The Organisation will receive a member’s certificate with embossed seal.
For further information on the AC or joining, please visit the membership section of the website or email members@associationforcoaching.com.
