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Accreditation and Certification Fees; Structure and Hours Requirement Policy for Certification and Accreditation

The International Guild for Hypnotherapy, NLP, and 3 Principles Practitioners and Trainers (IGH3P) has established the following fee structure and hours requirement for the certification and accreditation processes: These are designed to cover the administrative and operational costs associated with the review and evaluation processes, and to ensure a high standard of coaching or mentoring experience.

Certification Fees and Hour Requirements:

  1. Certified Coach Practitioner: A fee of £420 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training, 70 hours of which must be coaching experience. Annual Renewal fee: £120
  2. Certified Mentor Practitioner: A fee of £420 is required, along with a minimum of 60 hours of theory and 60 hours of practical mentoring experience. Annual Renewal fee: £120
  3. Certified Advanced Level Coach: A fee of £840 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training and 600 hours of coaching experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £144.
  4. Certified Advanced Mentor Practitioner: A fee of £740 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of theory and 500 hours of practical mentoring experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £144
  5. Certified Master Coach: A fee of £1080 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training and 1000 hours of coaching experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £180.
  6. Certified Master Mentor Practitioner: A fee of £997 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of theory and 800 hours of practical mentoring experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £180
  7. Certified Coaching Fellow: A fee of £1320 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training and 2500 hours of coaching experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £240.
  8. Certified Mentoring Fellow: A fee of £1100 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of theory and 2000 hours of practical mentoring experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £240.


  1. Course Certification: A fee of £420 is required for the certification of coaching or mentoring courses. This fee covers the review of the course materials, the evaluation of the course, and the issuance of the certification. The levels go from level 1 (foundation) to level 7 (executive coaching fellow), and the course development fee increases by £120 for each level higher than level 1. The course development will be in the form of a course curriculum. There will be an additional charge of £1200 if IGH3P is required to develop content. Annual Renewal Fee: £120
  2. Corporate Certification: A fee of £1800 is required for the certification of corporate coaching or mentoring programs. This fee covers the review of the program materials, the evaluation of the program, and the issuance of the certification. Annual Renewal Fee: £600

Accreditation Fees and Hour Requirements:

  1. Accredited Coach Practitioner: A fee of £900 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training, 80 hours of which must be coaching experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £180.

  2. Accredited Mentor Practitioner: A fee of £850 is required, along with a minimum of 60 hours of theory and 70 hours of practical mentoring experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £180

  3. Accredited Advanced Level Coach: A fee of £1620  is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training and 800 hours of coaching experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £216.

  4. Accredited Advanced Mentor Practitioner: A fee of £1400 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of theory and 700 hours of practical mentoring experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £216

  5. Accredited Master Coach: A fee of £2100 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training and 1200 hours of coaching experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £264.

  6. Accredited Master Mentor Practitioner: A fee of £1800 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of theory and 1000 hours of practical mentoring experience.

  7. Accredited Coaching Fellow: A fee of £2400  is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of training and 3000 hours of coaching experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £360.

  8. Accredited  Mentoring Fellow: A fee of £2000 is required, along with a minimum of 120 hours of theory and 2000 hours of practical mentoring experience. Annual Renewal Fee: £360.


  1. Course Accreditation: A fee of £960 is required for the accreditation of coaching or mentoring courses. This fee covers up to 3 courses,  the review of the course materials, the intensive evaluation of the course, and the issuance of the accreditation.  The levels go from level 1 (foundation) to level 7 (executive coaching fellow), and the course development fee increases by £120 for each level higher than level 1. The course development will be in the form of a course curriculum. There will be an additional charge of £1200 if IGH3P is required to develop content.

  2. Corporate Accreditation: A fee of £3100  is required for the accreditation of corporate coaching or mentoring programs. This fee covers up to 5 programs, the review of the program materials, the intensive evaluation of the program, and the issuance of accreditation. Annual Renewal Fee: £720

Please note

Certification certainly holds value as it validates a certain level of skill, knowledge, and competence in coaching or mentoring, whether it's for an individual or a corporate entity. However, aiming for accreditation can provide significant additional benefits.

Accreditation is a more rigorous and comprehensive process that not only signifies adherence to foundational standards but also demonstrates a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. This applies to both individual practitioners and corporate programs.

For corporate entities, accreditation signifies that their coaching or mentoring programs consistently meet or exceed high standards of quality. It sends a strong message about the organization's commitment to the professional development of its employees and its investment in fostering a coaching culture.

The process of accreditation involves a thorough review and evaluation, which encourages continuous learning, development, and quality assurance. This ongoing process of review and renewal ensures that the accredited entity, whether an individual or a corporation, remains current and relevant in their practice.

Therefore, while certification can enhance your credibility and professional standing, achieving accreditation can further distinguish you or your corporate program as being among the best in the field. It provides additional assurance to clients, students, and the public about the quality of your coaching or mentoring services or education. Thus, striving for accreditation, whether as an individual coach or mentor or as a corporate entity, is a worthwhile endeavour.

At the International Guild for Hypnotherapy, NLP, and 3 Principles Practitioners and Trainers (IGH3P), we recognise the importance of both coaching and mentoring. We have established distinct levels of expertise for both coaches and mentors, each requiring a specific number of hours dedicated to theory and practise:

Level Descriptors

Practitioner Level (Coach/Mentor): This level is for those who have gained a foundational level of experience and skills in coaching or mentoring. They are competent in providing services in their respective fields. 


Advanced Practitioner Level (Coach/Mentor): This level is for coaches or mentors who have gained more extensive experience and have developed advanced skills. They may also have undergone further training or professional development. 


Master Practitioner Level (Coach/Mentor): This level is for those who have reached a high level of expertise in coaching or mentoring, possibly with many years of experience and a track record of successful relationships. They may also have contributed to their respective fields through research, publications, or leadership roles.


Fellow Level (Coach/Mentor): This prestigious level is awarded to coaches or mentors who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. This could include contributions to theory and practise, leadership in organisations, or significant impact through their work. 

Note that all fees are non-refundable and must be paid at the time of application. The fees are subject to change at the discretion of the IGH3P. Any changes to the fee structure will be communicated to all members and applicants in a timely manner.