ICF ICF-ACC Actual Free Exam Questions & Community Discussion

Exam Code/Number: ICF-ACC
Exam Name/Title: Associate Certified Coach
Certification Provider: ICF
Corresponding Certification: Associate Certified Coach

Exam Questions: 88
Updated On: Jun 03, 2026

Question #28

A coach facilitates a client's growth by shifting the client's focus to the

A. individual self rather than the coaching topic or goal

B. behavior rather than the client's sense of self

C. problem rather than the opportunity to Build potential

D. current situation rather then the future outcome

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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Question #29

A coach who demonstrates mastery of Listens Actively is likely to

A. invite the client to challenge their own assumptions

B. ask questions to clarify what the client is sharing

C. partner with the client to design goals

D. share their perspective on what the client may find useful.

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

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Question #30

After your client has shared this pattern and has expressed a desire to change and come up with a plan to implement this change, the worst response is:

A. Ask the client how they usually brainstorm or come up with new and fresh ideas.

B. Share with the client what you think the best next step would be.

C. Ask the client exactly what they want to do and when.

D. Discuss the barriers that the client will face in trying to change.

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

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Question #31

Which is the most effective way to begin the goal setting process with a client who feels unsure of what they want their coaching goals to be?

A. Work with the client to establish the purpose and value of the sessions

B. Encourage the client to explore the pool and how things might have turned out differently

C. Suggest the client ask people who are important to them what goals they should work on

D. Ask the client for feedback on the first session and how to improve future sessions.

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #32

At which point in the coaching process should the coach explain the rules around confidentiality?

A. After assessment are completed

B. By the end of the first session

C. Before scheduling o second session

D. Before the coaching begins

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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Question #33

If a company sponsors a coach to work with an employee, which party is responsible for ensuring the employee knows what situations would require the coach to breach confidentiality?

A. The employee's supervisor

B. The coach

C. The company attorneys

D. The employee

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

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Question #34

At the end of the session, the client states that they are quite happy with their new awareness and are ready to leave. The worst response is:

A. Are happy for the client and let them go.

B. Ask what they would like to work on next time.

C. Tell the client that a coaching session is not finished until they have an action plan.

D. Ask the client whether it might be helpful to explore some actions and accountability measures.

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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Question #35

Which of the following examples best reflects a conflict of interest?

A. Coaching a peer while competing with them for the same work because that may interfere with the coach's objectivity

B. Receiving payment from a client's employer for coaching the client because the employer may try to influence the coach

C. Accepting professional recognition instead of payment because the recognition is greatly valued by the coach

D. Providing individual coaching to a married couple because they may discuss each other's sessions

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #36

Which statement regarding discrimination and coaching is most accurate?

A. Coaches should avoid discussing topics related to discrimination with their clients

B. Behaviors that discriminate are expressed consciously intentionally and overtly

C. Avoiding discrimination means treating others equally while respecting local customs and rules

D. Preventing discrimination from impacting coaching is more an art than a science

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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