CMC (IIMC) cheat sheet

CMC Competence Framework

• The CMC (Competence Model for Coaching/Mentoring) framework is a structured set of competencies describing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours expected of professional coaches and mentors.

• Competencies are typically grouped into clusters covering: ethics and professional practice, contracting and relationship-building, communication and core coaching skills, facilitating learning and results, and reflective/continuous professional development.

• Each competency is defined by observable behavioural indicators used for self-assessment, supervision, accreditation evidence, and development planning.

• Competence is demonstrated through behaviour, not credentials alone; assessors look for evidence from practice, reflection logs, and supervision records.

• Ethical competence includes confidentiality, informed consent, managing conflicts of interest, maintaining boundaries, and knowing when to refer on.

• Contracting competence covers agreeing goals, roles, logistics, confidentiality limits, and review points at the start of each engagement.

• Reflective practice and supervision are core competence elements: practitioners evidence ongoing reflection, feedback, and development actions.

• The framework is used for both formative development (identifying gaps) and summative accreditation (evidencing competence against indicators).