Theories & Application of Wellness Coaching

Catalog description

This course explores health promotion and wellness, social determinants of health, health education, and public health programs. The theoretical basis and the evidence supporting health and wellness coaching will be discussed. Theories of behavior change and wellness coaching will be evaluated. Coaching strategies to be developed include motivational interviewing, appreciative inquiry, and positive psychology. Focus will be placed on developing one -on-one practical coaching skills while emphasizing ethical and legal practice considerations. Several synchronous sessions are required.