Coach the Whole Human | 1.9 CEUs

Certified Wellness Coach

Turn holistic wellness coaching into a career advantage. Learn to guide mindset, habits, lifestyle, and well‑being so you can support meaningful, sustainable change beyond the gym floor. This evidence‑based program helps you build healthier routines, reduce stress, and coach with clarity and confidence. NASM trainers who add Wellness Coaching earn 45% more than their peers*—making it one of the most impactful ways to expand both client outcomes and earning potential. Select from three program options designed to meet your goals and complete them on your schedule.

Price

$121.00 $89.00 /month

25% OFF

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Course Details

Course Description

Bodies move. Minds grow. NASM’s Certified Wellness Coach program redefines what it means to train. You’ll go beyond sets and reps to explore movement, nutrition, recovery, sleep, and mental and emotional well-being. As a Certified Wellness Coach, you coach the whole person—inside and outside of the gym, across every life stage. Connect the dots between physical fitness and the often-overlooked pillars of health to expand your value, deepen your impact, and unlock new ways to help a diverse range of clients thrive.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended to have a fitness credential.

Course Sections

Section 1: Introduction to Certified Wellness Coach
Discover the multifaceted role of a Certified Wellness Coach by applying evidence-based practices and connecting coaching to brain science and behavior change. Build rapport and communicate effectively to foster trust and support clients throughout their unique wellness journey.
Section 2: Movement
Reconnect clients with movement as a tool for wellness—not just fitness. Guide clients to align exercise with personal goals by overcoming barriers, enhancing mental clarity and resilience, and building energizing routines that emphasize recovery and overall well-being.
Section 3: Mental and Emotional Well-being
Explore how brain health, emotion processing, and sleep impact behavior and recovery, using coaching strategies to enhance resilience and shape emotional balance through movement and mindset.
Section 4: Nutrition
Fuel wellness with evidence-based nutrition strategies. Learn strategies to enhance wellness by exploring food's impact on health, guiding clients through nutrition myths, and applying flexible eating styles while evaluating supplementation for long-term health.
Section 5: Coaching
Step into your role as a transformational coach by applying coaching theory and motivational interviewing to foster meaningful change, while navigating the coaching cycle to create adaptable wellness plans that meet evolving client needs.

Exam Details

After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 120 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement.

+ Wellness Coaching Business Blueprint

Unlock the full potential of your career with the Wellness Coaching Business Blueprint. This comprehensive course guides you through the complexities of establishing and maintaining a thriving wellness coaching business. Learn to attract ideal clients, develop a resonant personal brand, and confidently manage your business or your role within an organization. Covering everything from marketing strategies to legal and ethical considerations, this Wellness Coaching Business Blueprint sets you on a clear path to success in the wellness industry.

+ Wellness Coaching Simulation

Master the Art of Coaching with the Wellness Coaching Simulation. Step into the future of coaching with NASM’s Wellness Coaching Simulation. Operating in a virtual environment, this cutting-edge, interactive tool enables you to dynamically hone your skills in a risk-free setting. Engage in real-time client interactions and receive instant feedback to perfect your approach, effectively preparing you to handle real-world coaching challenges.