Welcome to Mentor Coaching at the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University! We are delighted to have you join us on this next step in your professional coaching journey. This is a virtual program.
What is Mentor Coaching?
Mentor Coaching for an ICF Credential incorporates coaching and personalized feedback in a collaborative and appreciative process based on observed or recorded coaching sessions to increase the coach’s confidence and capabilities as a coach in alignment with the newly revised ICF Core Competencies and Code of Ethics. Mentor Coaching is required when renewing or seeking a new ICF Credential.
Why join CoachRICE Mentor Coaching I (Foundations)?
Mentor Coaching I (Foundations) is designed to provide a supportive space where you can:
- Deepen your understanding of yourself as a coach
- Build confidence in your coaching style
- Strengthen your core coaching skills
- Receive personalized feedback on your coaching
- Learn alongside a small group of peers
- Grow your professional coaching network
Mentor Coaching is a virtual program. You will work in group and one-on-one sessions with an experienced ICF-credentialed Mentor Coach (PCC or MCC) with feedback grounded in real-world coaching scenarios. You will also benefit from the academic excellence and reputation of Rice University.
Request a Mentor Coaching Information Packet
Download our Information Packet with complete information on the Mentor Coaching program including registration details.
Yes! I would like an Info Packet
Program Highlights
- 10 hours of mentor coaching (7 group + 3 individual)
- Targeted feedback aligned to the ICF Core Competencies and Code of Ethics
- A structured, supportive environment for skill refinement
- Opportunities to observe, reflect, and grow alongside peers
- Guidance from experienced, ICF-credentialed Mentor Coaches
Who is this program for?
This program is a great fit if you are:
- Preparing to apply for your ACC credential
- Preparing to renew your ACC credential
- An ACC or PCC coach looking to refresh and refine your foundational coaching skills with the support of an experienced mentor
Program Fees and Registration Deadlines
CoachRICE is the ideal program for:
Spring 2026 (Virtual)
- Early Enrollment Deadline: November 18, 2025 (21% discount)
- Regular Enrollment Deadline: January 28, 2026
- Program begins: February 10, 2026
Summer 2026 (Virtual)
Dates for the Summer 2026 Cohort will be announced in Fall 2025.
Fall 2026 (Virtual)
Dates for the Fall 2026 Cohort will be announced in Spring 2026.
Program Structure (3 Months)
Group Mentor Coaching (7 Hours + 0.5 Hours Celebration)
Five live Zoom sessions (1.5 hours each)
- Small group (max 10 participants)
- Led by an experienced ICF-credentialed Mentor Coach
- Focus on Core Competencies, coaching demonstrations, peer practice, feedback, and reflection
- Individual Mentor Coaching (3 hours total)
Two 1:1 coaching sessions with your Mentor Coach (1.5 hours each)
- Real-time review and reflection on up to two recorded coaching sessions (transcripts optional, encouraged)
- Tailored feedback mapped to the ICF Core Competencies & Code of Ethics
For the full program schedule, download the Mentor Coaching Information Packet.
Program Schedule
Spring 2026
Five Group Sessions (5:30 - 7 PM CT)
- Tuesday, February 10, 2026
- Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- Tuesday, March 24, 2026
- Tuesday, April 14, 2026
- Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Two Individual 1:1 Sessions (3 hours total)
- Sessions will be scheduled directly with your assigned mentor coach between April 15 and June 15, 2026.
Group Make-up Session (1.5 hours)
- May 12, 2026
How to Register
Ready to take your coaching to the next level? Complete our registration form here. Once submitted, you’ll receive an invoice for payment.
Questions? Email our team at coachrice@rice.edu.
Schedule a meeting with the CoachRICE team! Book a call with a member of our team to explore how our programs can support and align with your coaching goals.