Health and Wellness Coaching

Health and Wellness Coach Certificate – Online Program

Living a healthy life comes with a lot of benefits. To live a healthy life, one needs regular exercise, a balanced diet with little to no processed foods, reduced stress triggers, and adequate rest. To help make these choices, that's where a health and wellness coach comes in.

Our fully online Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate Program allows students from anywhere in the world to participate and advance their skills.

Our nationally accredited Health and Wellness Coaching Program has a remarkable 92.5% retention rate (as reported to the Accrediting Council on Career Education and Training in 2021). Live classes, skilled instructors, and teaching assistants also set the Soma Institute apart from competitors.

Today, more than ever, health and wellness coaches are in demand. The world wellness economy is projected to grow to $7 trillion by 2025.

At The Soma Institute, our mission is to improve overall happiness and wellness one health coach at a time.

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What is a Health and Wellness Coach?

A Health and Wellness Coach is a trained professional who empowers their clients to take action to improve their health and well-being through motivation, accountability, and guided coaching. At The Soma Institute, we train certified Health and Wellness Coaches to take a holistic approach to helping people create sustainable lifestyle changes that will last a lifetime. Our approach focuses on preventive, long-lasting changes instead of temporary fixes.

A Health and Wellness Coach may be able to help a client set goals for improvement:

  • stress management
  • nutrition
  • management of chronic disease
  • weight loss
  • smoking cessation
  • fitness goals
  • lifestyle changes to improve overall well-being

Where do Health and Wellness Coaches Work?

Health and Wellness Coaches work in a variety of settings, and many develop their own private practices. Places that might employ a professional Health and Wellness Coach include:

  • hospitals
  • medical centers
  • schools
  • corporations
  • spas and resorts
  • fitness center and health clubs

Why Become a Certified Health and Wellness Coach?

Health and Wellness Coaching is a fulfilling career where you can make a difference in the lives of your clients. You can also enjoy:

  • flexible work hours
  • working from home
  • personal growth
  • growing, in-demand career
  • rewarding career

Earn your Health and Wellness Certificate and inspire healthier, happier lives. Since 2016, the number of certified Health and Wellness Coaches has grown to over 8,400, reflecting the rapid expansion of this industry. Our online program takes a holistic approach, offering flexible schedules and exceptional graduation rates to ensure your success in becoming a certified Health and Wellness Coach.

Health and Wellness Coaching Program News

Back-to-School Health and Wellness Tips
Getting out the door on time for the first day of school can be a challenge for many families. Monique Costello, our Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate Program instructor, shared helpful tips on FOX 32 News, including an easy make-ahead egg muffin cup recipe to kickstart the day with a quick, healthy breakfast.

Click here to see that recipe.

Health and Wellness During Difficult Times

It’s so important to take care of your health and wellness during difficult times. Monique Costello, an instructor in our HWC Certificate Program, gives KARE 11 TV some helpful tips about how diet and routine can improve your overall well-being.

Resetting the World With Wellness

The Global Wellness Institute is Resetting the World with Wellness, a new initiative aimed at creating a better, healthier world in the aftermath of the Coronavirus epidemic. Read about how the Pope is collaborating on the initiative here:

https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/industry-research/resetting-the-world-with-wellness/?utm_source=Global+Wellness+Institute

Evidence Shows Health Coaching is Effective

There is evidence showing that health coaching is effective in helping people improve their health and well-being. Read this article from Harvard Health Publishing to learn more.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/health-coaching-is-effective-should-you-try-it-2020040819444

For requirements and more information about our Health and Wellness Coaching online program, visit the course catalog here.

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