Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching
Earners have completed the core coaching curriculum required for the NBHWC certifying exam. They are considered experts in the behavioral change process and have a fundamental understanding of Motivational Interviewing, self-determination and other coaching theories. They understand ethical and legal considerations for coaches; have basic lifestyle medicine knowledge and demonstrated competency in coaching skills such as empathy, connection, rapport, curious inquiry, and active listening.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
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Skills
Earning Criteria
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Earners of this badge have completed 88 hours of instruction that includes at least 3 individual mentor sessions with a nationally board certified coach. They have completed at least 80% of the required coursework and scored at least 80% on all quizzes and tests. They have passed a final written exam as well as a final practical skills assessment.
Standards
The National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) has collaborated with the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) since 2016 to provide a robust board certification examination which has led to more than 8,400 National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches that hold the NBC-HWC credential.