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About the Health and Wellness Coaching Program

Transform Your Career with UC San Diego’s Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate
The UC San Diego Department of Extended Studies offers an Approved Health and Wellness Coach Training & Education Program accredited by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). Upon completion of this program, graduates are eligible to sit for the HWC Certifying Examination, paving the way to becoming a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).

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There is no in person requirement, only live online requirement.
Online, Hybrid, Live Online
Live Online is typically held in evenings PST
6 month - 9 months
You have up to 5 years to complete the program
$5,130
$5,130

Why Health & Wellness Coaching?

As people become more proactive about their health, the demand for professional health and wellness coaches has surged. This field is rapidly growing, with opportunities across diverse sectors, including healthcare, fitness, corporate wellness, community outreach, and personal coaching. Health and wellness coaches help individuals make lasting lifestyle changes, improve their mental and physical well-being, and achieve personal health goals.
Whether clients are striving to improve nutrition, manage stress, enhance fitness, or develop sustainable wellness habits, coaches provide the guidance and support needed to foster positive, lasting change. The role of a health and wellness coach is not only rewarding but also vital in today’s health-conscious society.

 

Program Overview

Our comprehensive Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate program consists of 10.0 units and 100 contact hours. This course is ideal for health professionals, such as nurses, dietitians, fitness trainers, and therapists, as well as anyone passionate about helping others improve their well-being.
You’ll gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to become an effective coach, including:
  • Coaching structure and process
  • Key health and wellness conditions and their impact on clients
  • Ethical and legal considerations in coaching
  • Practical coaching techniques for promoting behavior change and client empowerment
You will also learn how to develop tailored coaching plans, motivate clients, and support them through their wellness journey, creating transformative outcomes that improve their overall health and quality of life.

Flexible Learning, Rapid Certification
The Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate can be completed in just two quarters, making it an efficient way to gain the knowledge and credentials needed to thrive in this exciting field. As a graduate, you’ll be prepared to sit for the NBHWC Certification Exam, a respected credential that will open doors to career advancement and new opportunities within the wellness industry.
If you're ready to make a difference in people's lives while advancing your own career, our Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate is the perfect stepping stone. Start your journey toward becoming a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach today!

How to Apply

Students will be required to pay $95 upon acceptance into the program to commit to the certificate program

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For detailed information, please contact our Healthcare & Behavioral Sciences department.

Health and Wellness Coaching
Classroom type:
Live Online
In-Person
Online
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Industry Certification

NBHWC Approved Training Program

UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies - Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate is an Approved Health and Wellness Coach Training & Education Program by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for the HWC Certifying Examination to become National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).

Meet Our Instructors

Some of our lovely HWCP Instructors pictured from left to right: Emily Marquis, Nadin Benrey, and Taylor Colvey

Natiya Guin

I'm passionate about medical ethics because I aim to be part of the global conscious effort for equality in access to optimal medical care and the possibility of ideal health for all people.

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Taylor Colvey

Taylor was born and raised in San Diego, CA. After spending 15 years in various educational settings across Northern California as an Academic Counselor and Clinical Counselor Trainee, she developed expertise in Trauma-Informed Care practices.

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Emily Marquis

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Nadin Benrey

Nadin is a dedicated Health and Wellness Coach with over 9 years of experience in the field. She is a bilingual professional who has not only survived cancer but has emerged with a passion for transforming the lives of healthcare patients through personalized one-on-one coaching and engaging group sessions.

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Advisory Board

Montserrat Garcia

Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

Kelsey Graham, MEd, NBH-WC

Associate Professor of Exercise Science and Health
San Diego Mesa College

Brooke Jeffries, CN, NBC-HWC

Program Director
Health Coach Institute

Bridget Kilpatrick, NBH-WC, MA

Health and Wellness Coach/Educator

Kenneth Vitale, MD

Professor of Sports Medicine
UC San Diego

Katrina Watson, RN,MSN, NBC-HWC

Health and Wellness Coach Private

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