Why get certified?

Organizations increasingly want trained Action Learning coaches. Certification gives coaches more credibility and gives clients more confidence.

  • Build trust with organizations
  • Show progression through four levels
  • Strengthen your professional profile
ICF-accredited training provider

WIAL is an ICF-accredited training provider, and the CALC program is recognized as an accredited ICF CCE offering.

Four levels of certification

A simple pathway from foundational coaching to advanced leadership.

CALCCertified Action Learning Coach

Entry level for coaches leading Action Learning sessions.

32+ hours of training
PALCProfessional Action Learning Coach

For coaches with proven practice and deeper experience.

100+ coaching hours
SALCSenior Action Learning Coach

For experienced practitioners cleared to lead WIAL programs.

Can train and mentor others
MALCMaster Action Learning Coach

Top-tier recognition for thought leadership in Action Learning.

Highest level of achievement

Digital badges

Every certification can also be shared as a verified digital badge.

CALC badgePALC badgeSALC badgeMALC badge

A digital badge helps certified coaches share their achievement on professional profiles, websites, and email signatures.

  • Easy to share online
  • Recognized by clients and employers
  • Shows award and expiration dates
  • Verified through the official provider