Because Certified Instructional Coach is aligned to the ISTE Standards for Coaches, we get this question a lot. Both programs are:
- Competency-based
- Last around six months
- Require a professional portfolio
However, the Certified Instructional Coach program is:
- Specifically designed for instructional coaches working with adults
- Aligned to the ISTE Standards for Coaches
- Verifiable through a Credly badge
In contrast, the ISTE Certified Educator program is:
- Platform-neutral
- Focused on educators working with students
- Aligned to the ISTE Standards for Educators