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Janice LaVore-Fletcher

Mentor Coach

I believe coaching is a very special and specific calling on a person’s life. My calling and passion is to coach and help other coaches who want to boldly step out and make a significant impact in the world through this amazing profession of coaching.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Every coach preparing to apply for an ICF Coaching Credential,
must complete 10 hours of Mentor Coaching.

Mentor Coaching enables coaches to work closely with an experienced coach on their coaching skills. The sessions offer a space for the “mentee” (the coach who is seeking to develop their skills) to receive both mentoring and coaching about their competencies:

Coaching is used in the session when the coach mentor explores with the mentee their vision and perspective of their coaching strengths and areas of development of their coaching skills. (Coaching in a mentor relationship does not cover other coaching topics, i.e business development, health, relationships, etc.)

Mentoring is facilitated through feedback and input from the mentor on the coach’s demonstration of the ICF Core Competencies.

The mentor listens to recorded coaching sessions of the mentee that would have sent prior to the session. The Mentor Coach reviews the recording or a live session and provides feedback to the mentee about what is working well and where the coach could improve.

Mentor Coaching can be delivered in group or in individual sessions, depending on the learning experience sought by the coach-mentee. If a mentee joins a mentoring group, only seven of the ten hours can be in a group setting. Three of the ten hours must be one-on-one with the mentor.

Mentor Coaching is for professional coaches who seek an ICF credential.
In theory, anyone who has experienced as a professional can mentor other coaches. There is no accreditation or certification required at this time in order to become a mentor coach. However, I encourage coaches to seek a Mentor Coach who has an approved listing on the ICF Mentor Coach Directory. (https://coachingfederation.org/credentials-and-standards/find-a-mentor-coach) However, if you want to do mentor coaching as part of your ICF credential (to apply or renew your ACC, PCC or MCC), the ICF requires the mentor to have the ICF accreditation of the level you are applying for, or a higher accreditation:
  • If you apply for ACC, your mentor coach needs to be ACC*, PCC or MCC
  • If you apply for PCC, your mentor coach needs to be PCC or MCC.
  • Only MCC-accredited coaches can mentor coaches for their MCC application.
* ICF requires that an ACC mentor completes at least one full cycle of their credential (which means they have renewed their ACC once) before serving as mentor coaches.
Mentor coaching helps coaches understand the requirements for the credential the mentee seeks and then helps the mentee prepare their application or renewal of an ICF credential. Mentor coaching also provides developmental support for coaches to align their skills to the required standard of practice. Mentor coaches listen to recordings of the mentee coaching others and provides written and verbal feedback on each of the ICF core coaching competencies.

In the context of the ICF, the mentor has an extensive knowledge of the ICF Core Competencies and checks that the mentee’s practice is aligned with those as well as the ICF Code of Ethics. In doing so, the mentor provides clarity to the mentee of what is expected of them by the ICF when they have to submit their application. Mentor coaches need to be familiar with the markers as defined by the International Coaching Federation. Currently there are clearly defined PCC Markers and ACC and MCC Markers will be available in June 2022.

Mentor Coaching can also be used outside the context of the ICF. Coaches who have completed their training a while ago may like to recenter their practice and receive feedback and guidance from a more experienced coach on their coaching skills.
The International Coaching Federation has more information that you can access here https://coachingfederation.org/mentor-coaching

*Click here to download a .pdf of ICF’s Mentor Coaching Duties and Competencies.

Kind Words

“If you truly want to master a skillset you’re passionate about, it’s critical to choose a mentor wisely. I believe God set me on the path to encourage and support others through coaching, so choosing a mentor was not a decision I took lightly. For me, there were four attributes that mattered the most: Christian, character, competence, and commitment. I was truly blessed that God led me to Janice LaVore-Fletcher. She checked every box. Throughout my preparation to become an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) she would not allow me to accept anything less than my very best. If you’re called to coaching and are ready to invite a mentor to challenge you to reach the next level, Janice is an exceptional choice.”
Mark AllredACC, CPLC, CGC
“The process of pursuing my first ICF credential was a bit daunting. There are so many criteria to meet when submitting for review, all of which could have been completely overwhelming and no doubt would have been if it had not been for Coach Janice! Coach Janice walked me through each step of the process, providing honest but encouraging feedback helping me grow as a coach throughout the entire journey. Coach Janice worked with my temperament, strengths, and style, helping me refine my coaching skills and celebrating my individuality as a coach. I never felt like I had to do things her way. Working one-on-one with Janice as my mentor coach proved to be the best choice I could have made. I will forever be thankful for her generosity in pouring her many years of coach and ICF experience into me.”
Holly WatsonACC, CPLC
"Janice coached me as I worked through the process of earning my ICF credntial. Janice's mentor coaching provided me with guidance, encouragement, and confidence. Not only was I prepared with all I needed to pass my examination and coaching call, but I also experienced growth in my coaching skills. Janice's style is personable and professional, and she truly cares about her clients. She was there for me and her attention exceeded my expectations."
Kerri GoodmanACC, CPLC
"Several years ago, God called me to earn a coaching certification so I could offer a deeper transformation for my career, leadership and business clients. After researching several options, I completed my CPLC with Janice LaVore-Fletcher and the Christian Coach Institute. I continued to grow as a coach as I worked towards my ACC. I knew in my heart that Janice was the right coach to mentor me to take my coaching to the next level. She has in-depth knowledge of the ICF Core Competencies and has an authentic teaching approach that works with various learning styles. I benefited from our classes, peer groups and one-on-one coaching. If you want to take your coaching to the next level and/or you work towards your ICF credentialing, I highly recommend Janice with the Christian Coach Institute."
Staci WittenPCC, CPLC
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