You can find our South Korean local chapters in:

• Seoul
• Busan
• Daejeon

The IMC standard is an internationally recognized professional framework that comprises the following:

• Code of Ethics: The professional and ethical boundaries every IMC mentor commits to upholding.
• Core Competencies: The specific skills framework that defines what excellent, professional mentoring looks like.
• Mentoring Supervision: Structured, ongoing supervision that keeps a mentor’s practice sharp, effective, and accountable.

• Commitment—upholding excellence, integrity, and accountability
• Contribution—playing an active role in growing the mentoring profession.
• Collaboration—fostering partnerships across cultures and industries.
• Competence—championing ongoing development to ensure mentors are capable and well-prepared.
• Compassion—listening, supporting, and understanding without judgment.
• Creativity—encouraging innovative thinking and new approaches to problem-solving.
• Community—building a global network of mentors committed to support and collective impact.

Apart from becoming an active member of IMC, you must choose one of the two pathways to get CAM credentialing:

• Learning Route—Requires 20 hours of structured training with an IMC Accredited Training Provider, completion of the IMC Foundation Course, and passing the IMC assessment. (Best for individuals new to mentoring).
• Professional Recognition Route—Requires proof of prior training or existing credentials, 50 mentoring hours, completion of the IMC Foundation Course, and passing the assessment.

The CPM is for experienced mentors. Candidates must choose between:

• Learning Route: Requires 35 hours of structured training, the IMC Foundation Course, 20 documented mentoring hours, and the final assessment.
• Professional Recognition Route: Requires proof of at least 35 hours of prior training, a minimum of 100 client-contact hours, the IMC Foundation Course, and the final assessment.

The CMM is the pinnacle of the IMC pathway. It is designed for elite mentoring professionals who actively lead the profession and shape the next generation of mentoring excellence. In short, it’s meant for seasoned mentors.

• Certified Associate Mentor (CAM)

For those with Individual Membership: $175
Individual Membership + CAM: $325

• Certified Professional Mentor (CPM)

For those with Individual Membership: $275
Individual Membership + CPM: $425

• Certified Master Mentor (CMM)

For those with Individual Membership: $475
Individual Membership + CMM: $625

All IMC credentials are valid for 3 years from the date of issuance. Once an application and assessment are submitted, the credential approval period is usually 4 to 6 weeks.