Question 1

What ICF accreditation does TASC hold?

Accepted Answer

TASC is accredited by the ICF at Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. It is the only program on this platform accredited across all three tiers. Level 1 (Essentials, ~60 hours) qualifies for the ICF ACC credential. Level 2 (full four-module pathway, ~128 hours) qualifies for PCC. Level 3 (200 hours) targets the MCC credential.

Question 2

What credentials do I earn from this program?

Accepted Answer

The Essentials Course (Level 1) earns you the Accredited Erickson Coach designation and qualifies you to apply for the ICF ACC credential after meeting coaching experience requirements. Completing all four modules (Level 2) qualifies you for the ICF PCC credential.

Question 3

What is solution-focused coaching?

Accepted Answer

Solution-focused coaching is a forward-directed approach that focuses on resourcefulness, strengths, and what the client wants to create, rather than analyzing problems or past patterns. Every question in the Erickson model is structured to direct the client toward possibility and action.

Question 4

How long does the program take?

Accepted Answer

Level 1 (Essentials) runs 2–6 months depending on cohort frequency. Level 2 (all four modules) typically takes 6–12 months. Level 3 (MCC pathway) varies. All levels are available online, in-person, or hybrid.

Question 5

How much does TASC cost?

Accepted Answer

Pricing varies by region, format, and delivery partner. Visit erickson.edu/en/pricing for current rates. Flexible, interest-free payment plans are available on all levels.

Question 6

Are there prerequisites?

Accepted Answer

No prerequisites for Level 1 Essentials. Level 2 requires completion of the Essentials Course. Level 3 requires an active ICF PCC credential.

Question 7

Does the program include mentor coaching?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mentoring Bundles are available as optional add-ons at Level 1 and Level 2. They include one-on-one mentor coaching sessions, group mentoring, and an oral assessment aligned with ICF Core Competencies at the ACC or PCC level.

Question 8

Is the program available in other languages?

Accepted Answer

TASC is delivered in 20+ languages and runs cohorts across every major global time zone. Regional partners in 179 countries mean most learners can find a cohort in their language and schedule.

Question 9

Is there a team coaching option?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Erickson offers a team coaching track, High Performance Team Coaching and Advanced Team Coaching, fulfilling the ICF ACTC education and supervision requirements. Graduates earn the Erickson Certified Team Coach designation.

Question 10

What is Erickson's track record?

Accepted Answer

Erickson was founded in 1980 by Dr. Marilyn Atkinson. It has trained 75,000+ coaches in 179 countries and received the 2024 ICF Global Training Institution Impact Award.

Question 11

What does an Erickson coaching credential tell me about a coach?

Accepted Answer

An Accredited Erickson Coach (the Level 1 designation) has completed roughly 60 contact hours of ICF Level 1 training plus 10 hours of mentor coaching and an oral assessment, all within Erickson's solution-focused methodology. An Erickson coach trained to Level 2, covering all four TASC modules at approximately 128 hours, meets the ICF training requirements for the PCC credential application. Neither designation is the same as holding an ICF credential itself; that requires a separate application with documented client coaching hours submitted directly to the ICF. What the training tells you about the coach's approach: solution-focused coaching is structurally forward-directed, so Erickson-trained coaches tend to be strong in goal clarity, performance contexts, and change initiatives.

Question 12

What should I ask an Erickson-trained coach before hiring them?

Accepted Answer

Five practical questions: First, what level of TASC did you complete, and do you hold an ICF credential at ACC, PCC, or MCC level? Training level and independent credentialing are related but separate. Second, how would you describe the solution-focused approach in one sentence, and how does it show up in your sessions? A coach who has genuinely integrated the methodology answers this plainly. Third, have you worked with clients facing something similar to my situation? Erickson's model is versatile; what you're looking for is relevant applied experience. Fourth, how do you work with a client who keeps returning to what went wrong rather than focusing forward? That's a real test of solution-focused skill. Fifth, what does your first session look like?

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