Coaching Knowledge Assessment (CKA) for ICF Exam Questions with Correct Answers

ICF Definition of Coaching - ANSWER-Partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. Core Competencies - ANSWER-A. Setting a foundation B. Co-creating a relationship C. Communicating Effectively D. Facilitating learning and results What is under "Setting the Foundation"? - ANSWER-1. Meeting Ethical Guidelines and Professional Standards 2. Establishing the Coaching Agreement What is under "Co-creating the Relationship"? - ANSWER-3. Establishing Trust and Intimacy with the Client 4. Coaching Presence What is under "Communicating Effectively"? - ANSWER-5. Active Listening 6. Powerful Questioning 7. Direct Communication What is under "Facilitating Learning and Results"? - ANSWER-8. Creating Awareness 9. Designing Actions 10. Planning and Goal Setting 11. Managing Progress and Accountability Setting the Foundation: Meeting Ethical Guidelines and Professional Standards (defined) - ANSWER-Understanding of coaching ethics and standards and ability to apply them appropriately in all coaching situations. Setting the Foundation: Meeting Ethical Guidelines and Professional Standards (4 things) - ANSWER-1. Understands and exhibits in own behaviors the ICF Code of Ethics (see Code, Part III of ICF Code of Ethics). 2. Understands and follows all ICF Ethical Guidelines (see list). 3. Clearly communicates the distinctions between coaching, consulting, psychotherapy and other support professions. 4. Refers client to another support professional as needed, knowing when this is needed and the available resources.