Health Coach Certification

Health Coach Immersive Training Program

Join our immersive training program, starting with foundational Health Coach Training. Earn your Health Coach Certification and be coaching in six weeks! Progress to a Master Health Coach Certification, qualifying for the National Board Certification Exam.

Professional Health Coaching Session

Start Coaching While Pursuing National Board Certification

Our Health Coach Immersive Training Program is the perfect opportunity for those looking to get started in health coaching while pursuing a path to National Board Certification.

How the Program Works

In this 6-week instructor-led training, obtain your Health Coach Certification with a focus on Adults & Seniors. This foundational course provides you with the skills and knowledge necessary to begin coaching individuals and groups right away.

Over the next 24 weeks, through a live, instructor-led course, you will gain advanced coaching skills through hands-on coaching focused on structuring individualized coaching programs using evidence-based coaching methods. In addition, you will put your skills into action with our Self-Paced Practical Skills Assessment (PSA) to qualify to sit for the National Board Exam.

Tuition & Registration

Health Coach Immersive Training Program

30 Week Course Begins

September 9, 2024

Requires Mandatory Online Class:
Thursdays 5pm-7pm ET
10/28/24 – 5/4/25*

$3,475

* Followed by a self-paced Practical Skills Assessment with 3 live mentor coaching feedback sessions

Alternative days and times may be available, please contact us at (866) 446-1967 for more information.

Payment plans are available to residents of the United States.

Course Overview

Health Coach
Certification
Master Health Coach CertificationHealth Coach Immersive Training Program
Current health and wellness trends & statistics
Foundations for health coaching
Nutrition fundamentals and foundations
Coaching methods
Marketing your coaching services
Health and wellness strategies
Health and disease prevention
Advanced health and wellness topics
Coaching for behavioral change
Coaching ethics and scope of practice
Coaching process and psychology
Coaching techniques and theories
Advanced coaching tools and resources
Hands-on, practical coaching sessions
Self-paced practical skills assessment

Course Content

Part One: Health Coach Training

This training is an online course, with the option to attend live weekly instructor-led sessions. Each week includes reading assignments, interactive learning modules, discussion board collaboration, and activities and assignments.

Learn the principles of group and individual coaching, focusing on behavioral change through techniques like accountability, goal setting, identifying stages of change, and fostering motivation to initiate change.

Learn nutrition fundamentals, including protein, fats, and carbs, superfoods, the science of supplementation, foods to avoid and their impacts, allergies and intolerances, metabolic programming, and distinguishing between food quality and quantity.

Equip yourself with essential tools for client engagement, identify key coaching opportunities, and employ creative marketing methods tailored to maximize impact and effectiveness.

Learn about the interconnectedness of holistic health with topics ranging from understanding your body’s internal pharmacy to natural disease prevention strategies, emphasizing the role of nutrition and lifestyle in promoting optimal wellness.

Delve into the science of disease prevention and healthy aging with insights on managing chronic conditions like cancer and diabetes, optimizing digestive health through understanding the microbiome, and mastering strategic approaches to food label reading and insulin management.

Explore health and wellness strategies, including sustainable weight loss, the impact of body type on health, brain protection, understanding healthy vs. unhealthy fats, the importance of physical activity, and techniques to boost energy, mood, sleep, and hormone balance.

Gain insight into holistic approaches to inflammation and stress management, focusing on understanding the inflammatory response, metabolic programming, the benefits of superfoods and exercise, and natural techniques for managing stress to improve overall health and slow aging.

Part Two: Master Health Coach Training

The Master Health Coach Training is an online, live instructor interactive course. Each weekly session includes: preparatory coursework, live class attendance, post-live session coursework, health & wellness coursework, optional resources

  • Intro to Coaching & Communication 
  • Ethics & Professional Standards 
  • Various Health & Wellness Topics 
  • Coaching for Sustained Behavior Change 
  • Positive-based Approach to Change 
  • Introduction to Evidence-Based Coaching Techniques, like Motivational Interviewing, Appreciative Inquiry, and Compassionate Communication
  • Various Health & Wellness Topics 
  • Early Stage Coaching Tools: Values Card Sort, Bubble Sheets, Wellness Wheel, Wellness Vision, Focus Priorities, Long Term Goals 
  • Later Stage Coaching Tools: Short Term Goal Setting, Creating Accountability and Managing Progress 
  • Various Health & Wellness Topics 
  • Initial Consultation 
  • First & Early Coaching Sessions 
  • Later Sessions & Program Termination 
  • Group Coaching Sessions 
  • Coach Self-care and Development 
  • Various Health & Wellness Topics 
  • Record and submit initial consultation and 3 coaching videos with volunteer client 
  • Complete and submit 4 written reflections 
  • Participate in 3 20-minute one-on-one instructor-led, mentor-coaching feedback sessions 

Pathway to National Board Certification

The Dr. Sears Master Health Coach Training meets the rigorous standards set forth by the National Board for Health & Wellness coaching (NBHWC). Once you earn your Master Health Coach Certification from the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute, you meet the training requirements to sit for the exam. Upon passing, you become a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), giving you an elite credential and expanding your employment opportunities.

Access Our Immersive Training Program Outline

Get an in-depth look at the topics covered in the Immersive Training Program. Download the Immersive Training Program Outline.

Register with a Payment Plan

3 Month
Payment Plan

Health Coach Immersive Training Program

Down payment of $1,190

+ 2 monthly payments of $1,190

Total: $3,570

Includes $95 payment plan fee

6 Month
Payment Plan

Health Coach Immersive Training Program

Down payment of $600

+ 5 monthly payments of $603

Total: $3,615

Includes $140 payment plan fee

9 Month
Payment Plan

Health Coach Immersive Training Program

Down payment of $405

+ 8 monthly payments of $405

Total: $3,645

Includes $170 payment plan fee

12 Month
Payment Plan

Health Coach Immersive Training Program

Down payment of $309

+ 11 monthly payments of $306

Total: $3,675

Includes $200 payment plan fee

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Our Accreditations & Approvals

The Dr. Sears Wellness Institute is an Accredited and Approved Health Coach Certification Program by leading organizations in the health and wellness industry. As a pioneer in health coaching, the institute is recognized for their outstanding education, resources and support.

NBHWC Approved Training Program
HCANZA
University of Massachusetts Global
Continuing Coach Education
ACE American Council on Exercise
National Association of Nutrition Professionals
Americorps
NCCPA
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
American College of Sports Medicine
NBHWC Approved Training Program
HCANZA
University of Massachusetts Global
Continuing Coach Education
ACE American Council on Exercise
National Association of Nutrition Professionals
NCCPA
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
American College of Sports Medicine
NBHWC Approved Training Program
HCANZA
University of Massachusetts Global
Continuing Coach Education
ACE American Council on Exercise
National Association of Nutrition Professionals
Americorps
NCCPA
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
American College of Sports Medicine

Testimonials

In the coaching setting, the advanced course of study allowed me to grow in a new way which has dramatically impacted my confidence with one-on-one coaching as I use the different methods I learned. I am more than thankful that I took the class as it added to both my daily life and my professional endeavors.

Kim V.Master Certified Health Coach

A big thanks for the program that helps people make better choices for themselves and their families through the science-based knowledge imparted in these courses.

Aurora J.Master Certified Health Coach

You are going to be amazed at how well put together this program is! It was worth every dollar! You will learn so much about how to help yourself and others have a healthier lifestyle.

Cherise T.Certified Health Coach

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