UK: regulation of life/wellness coaching industry
Date postedSeptember 4, 2024
The article discusses the challenges and opportunities of regulating the rapidly expanding UK coaching industry. While professional coaching bodies like the ICF and EMCC offer voluntary accreditation, the industry lacks universal regulation, allowing unqualified individuals to practice. Regulation could enhance credibility, protect clients, and ensure coaches meet competency standards, but risks include stifling innovation and the difficulty of creating a one-size-fits-all framework. The article suggests that a balanced approach, combining voluntary accreditation with client education, may be the best way forward.
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