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Institute for Integrative Nutrition | Evaluated Learning Experience

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Health Coach Training Program (HCTP)

Course Category: 
Active Learning Experiences - Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Length: 

360 hours lecture (40 weeks), plus 400 hours applied lab.

Location: 
Various, distance learning format
Dates: 
May 2007 - Present.
Instructional delivery format: 
Online/distance learning
Learner Outcomes: 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: conduct a client intake (“health history”); facilitate an in-person or online coaching session; develop a coaching program; elicit a client’s wellness vision; co-create action plans to achieve life and health goals; monitor progress in goal achievement; create practical applications of health and wellness concepts; teach key Integrative Nutrition concepts such as primary food, secondary food, crowding out, mind-body connection, life balance and bio-individuality; and facilitate improvement in quality of life.

Instruction: 

The course is delivered in a 40-module distance learning format and consists of video and audio lectures, readings and study guides, interactive learning activities, quizzes, homework assignments, live mentorship and skills practice with an instructor, practice coaching sessions, and group discussion.

Topics include multidimensional health and wellness (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual), various nutrition and dietary theories (Ayurveda, anti-Inflammatory, plant-based, ketogenic, etc.), coaching and communication skills (active listening, open-ended questioning, reflecting, summarizing, etc.), contemporary health issues (gut health, hormone health, food quality and access, etc.), theories and models of behavior change (Motivational Interviewing, positive psychology, Transtheoretical Model, client-centered approach etc.), and business (marketing, branding, content creation, sales funnels, administrative setup), etc.

Credit recommendation: 

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Health and Nutrition, 3 semester hours in Wellness, 1 semester hour in Wellness Practicum, and 3 semester hours in Contemporary Health Issues, 6 semester hours in Wellness Coaching, 3 semester hours in Small Business Management, 3 semester hours in Interpersonal Communication, and 4 semester hours in Coaching and Interviewing Practicum (1/12) (Administrative Review 1/17) (9/17 revalidation) (1/23 revalidation). 

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