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Foundation for Health and Wellness Coaching

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Foundation for Health and Wellness Coaching

This course is part of ACE Health Coach Professional Certificate

Instructor: American Council on Exercise

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9 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

9 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explain the role of the health coach and how wellness is supported through people-centered, multidisciplinary care.
Apply core coaching competencies and communication skills to build effective, supportive client relationships.
Use behavior change theories to assess readiness, strengthen motivation, and support lasting health behavior change.

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Build your Basic Science expertise

This course is part of the ACE Health Coach Professional Certificate

When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Professional Certificate.

Learn new concepts from industry experts
Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
Earn a shareable career certificate from American Council on Exercise

There are 9 modules in this course

Throughout this section, you will explore what health coaches do, what’s involved in the coaching process, and why behavior change is such an important part of health coaching.