Welcome to EMCC Finland
Empowering Mentors and Coaches to Make a Difference in Their World
EMCC Finland is the national branch of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) in Finland. Established in 2008, our mission is to promote high-quality mentoring, coaching, team coaching, and supervision practices aligned with EMCC Global’s professional standards.
We are an active, purpose-driven community that connects individuals and organizations interested in coaching, mentoring, leadership, and organizational development—both in Finland and globally.
What We Do
- Promote professional mentoring and coaching in Finland
- Facilitate national and international networking
- Organize events, trainings, and forums for professional development
- Support members in obtaining EMCC accreditations
- Influence the development of working life in Finland
Membership
By joining EMCC Finland, you also become a member of EMCC Global. Membership is open to individuals and legal entities who accept our rules and ethical guidelines.
Benefits include:
- Belonging to an international community of professional coaches and mentors
- Access to events, trainings, and member-exclusive forums
- Eligibility to apply for EMCC accreditation (EIA, ITCA, ESIA)
- Research-based insights and good practice sharing
- Opportunities to shape the future of coaching in Finland
Annual membership fees (2025):
- Individual: €120
- Organizational (includes 3 people): €270
Apply for membership via our application page (link leads to EMCC Global portal – choose Country of Residence = Finland).
Accreditation
EMCC offers internationally recognized accreditations:
- EIA (European Individual Accreditation) – For professional coaches and mentors
- ITCA (Individual Team Coach Accreditation) – For team coaches
- ESIA (EMCC Supervisor Individual Accreditation) – For coach supervisors
Each accreditation is available at four levels: Foundation, Practitioner, Senior Practitioner, and Master Practitioner, based on experience, client hours, reflection, CPD, and supervision.
Learn more:
Supervision
Coaching supervision is essential for professional growth and resilience. All accredited members commit to regular supervision, individually or in groups.
In Finland, there are currently six EMCC-accredited supervisors who offer both individual and group supervision.
Board of Directors (2026)
Chair
Kalim Ul Masih
Members
Topi Hirvonen
Anu Kohtamäki
Kati Lanu
Johanna Marjamäki
Sagan Rossi
Ainokaisa Saarinen
Johanna Ylikahri
Deputy Members
Eva Bamford
Kalle Jokinen
Research & Academic Advisor
Dr. Raija Salomaa (EMCC Master)
Recent News & Events
Upcoming Events:
- See our latest events here (in Finnish, but some events may be in English): https://www.emccfinland.fi/tapahtumakalenteri/
Community Highlights:
- EMCC Finland co-hosts the annual Pro Coaching Award with ICF Finland
- EMCC Finland actively participates in Nordic and global initiatives
- Mikko Sorvari appointed EMCC Global President (2025)
Contact
General inquiries: membership@emccfinland.org
Website: www.emccfinland.fi
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