Health and Wellness Coaching Minor

The minor in Health and Wellness Coaching is a 21 hour, 7-course program that provides students in many disciplines with a foundation in wellness coaching knowledge and skills. Students who aspire to work with people one-on-one to help them reach their health and wellness goals may be particularly interested in this minor. Completion of the minor will prepare students for health and wellness coaching certifications and advanced study.

Learning Outcomes for the Health and Wellness Coaching Minor

Students who earn the Health and Wellness Coaching Minor are able to:

1. Coach individuals for recovery from the effects of unhealthy behaviors; prevention and management of chronic health conditions, and maximization of health and wellbeing.
2. Create partnerships with clients that promote identification and pursuit of self-determined goals.
3. Provide structure and accountability for successful behavior change.
4. Utilize theories of behavior change and motivation.
5. Demonstrate collaborative communication skills inherent to health and wellness coaching.