Wellness Coaching
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Program Overview
Humber’s Wellness Coaching graduate certificate program prepares you to work in the field of health and wellness coaching. The program's online delivery is uniquely designed with the working student in mind. Throughout the program you will gain knowledge and skills for promoting health and wellness and preventing or managing disease. You will also learn to establish effective coaching relationships; support sustainable behaviour change through practices such as motivational interviewing and mindfulness; manage health and wellness programs; and improve quality of life for people with chronic conditions. You will empower individuals and groups to self-advocate, as they set and achieve healthy behaviour change goals. You will engage with clients in experiential learning opportunities via Humber’s Centre of Innovation for Health & Wellness and also in field placements within a variety of organizational settings.
The Wellness Coaching programs offers several exciting certifications and opportunities for students. As part of the program you will receive Mental Health First Aid Certification and the WellCoaches Core Training program. Upon completing that training, you will be eligible to pursue further certifications from WellCoaches, The National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching, and the International Coaching Federation. Furthermore, our program has been approved by the Canadian Health Coach Alliance which will allow you to use the “Registered Health Coach” title with proof of graduation.
Program Delivery: Courses are scheduled over two 14-week semesters and offer a blend of self-directed online modules and synchronous remote classes that take place in the evenings. Placement occurs in Semester 2 and includes both in-person and virtual options.
This program is not available to international applicants.
Courses
At Humber, courses are delivered in a variety of formats:
In-Person - An in-person course is delivered fully on campus.
Online Asynchronous (A) - An online asynchronous course has no fixed class schedule and allows students to engage with the course at different times according to their needs. Faculty provide modules, which are completed independently by the students according to established deadlines.
Online Synchronous (S) - An online synchronous course is delivered fully online and requires faculty and students to participate in real-time according to a fixed schedule. Classes are scheduled for a specific day and time.
Hybrid - A hybrid course is a combination of in-person and online classes and follows a set schedule. Students must be available to attend in-person classes at scheduled times during the semester.
The chart below outlines the delivery options available for each course in this program, by campus. For some academic terms, there may be more than one delivery option available. You’ll be able to select your preferred options when building your course schedule during open enrolment. Preferences for course delivery will be considered on a first come, first served basis. Some Humber programs are also delivered fully online, where all courses are delivered online.
International students: the impact of studying from outside of Canada on Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility differs significantly based on when you start your program. Please review the PGWP eligibility before choosing your program and course delivery.
| Course code and Name | Delivery Type by Location | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Code | Course Name | North | Lakeshore | IGS | DL/Online |
| Semester 1 | |||||
| WELL 5101 | Mindful Coaching and Communication I | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5102 | Goal-Setting and Vision Creation I | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5103 | Ethical Practice | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5104 | Lifestyle Medicine and Chronic Conditions I | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5105 | Business and Professional Development | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) |
| Semester 2 | |||||
| WELL 5201 | Mindful Coaching and Communication II | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5202 | Goal-Setting and Vision Creation II | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5203 | Mental Health Awareness and Support | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5204 | Lifestyle Medicine and Chronic Conditions II | N/A | N/A | N/A | Online (A) and Online (S) |
| WELL 5205 | Field Experience - Wellness Coaching | N/A | N/A | N/A | Hybrid |
Work-Integrated Learning
A core aspect of the program is a in which students apply for a placement opportunity where they can gain valuable work experience to support their personal and professional growth. Students can apply to a number of field experience sites secured by Humber or seek out their own opportunities including completing the placement within their current employment setting. Students are exposed to inter-professional learning, planning and leadership, coaching practice, collegiality, and collaboration. The field experience consists of 210 hours.
Visit Future Students > Work-Integrated Learning > to learn more about your WIL power and other success stories.
Also take time to explore the digital Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Student Handbook to learn foundational WIL concepts, plus requirements specific to this program.
An Education In High Demand
Canadians are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. Whether it is to prevent or manage disease or enhance quality of life, health and wellness are becoming a priority. Therefore, individuals and companies are beginning to look for new resources to help them promote and maintain their health. Our program gives you the skills and knowledge to help people develop their personal wellness vision and identify ways to achieve it.
The Humber Advantage
State-of-the-art Facilities
Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Teaching and Learning Hub
All students will receive hands-on experience in our on-campus Teaching and Learning Hub. Drawing on the expertise of the faculty and students, the Hub offers a range of programs, services, and events for the Humber community. For example, students in this program may provide wellness coaching services to the Humber community.
Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness
What does the CIHW offer students? Learning Opportunities! The CIHW engages with students in multiple ways including:
- Opportunities for capstone projects as part of their academic programs
- Engaging in innovative applied research with faculty and industry partners
- Placement hours with work integrated learning
- Participating and volunteering in interdisciplinary health and wellness initiatives
The Humber Experience
Promoting Lasting Change
The Wellness Coaching program prepares students to work in the field of health. This video explains the program and how it is uniquely designed with the working student in mind.
The Right Fit
If you are passionate about health and wellness and helping others achieve their goals, the Wellness Coaching program and a career in this field may be for you.
Testimonials
Interested in Wellness Coaching at Humber College yet want to know more before enrolling?
Your Career
Upon graduation, students are prepared to add wellness coaching to their present work role or to begin working as a health and wellness coaching professional. Employment opportunities exist in settings such as:
- bariatric/weight loss centres
- cardiac rehab programs
- college/university student wellness centres
- community health centres
- family health-care teams
- fitness centres
- health and wellness coaching companies
- long-term care facilities
- mental health support programs
- outpatient cancer support programs
- outpatient chronic disease management programs
- workplace settings
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Canadian Health Coach Alliance
The program is recognized by Canadian Health Coach Alliance (HCA) as an approved education provider meeting the curriculum requirements for the appropriate corresponding designation(s) in relation to their program offerings. Graduates may apply to become members with the Health Coach Alliance and qualify for the Entry Level RHC Designation.
Wellcoaches
Humber College is partnered with Wellcoaches, a world leader in training for Health and Well-Being Coaches, to offer students the gold standard of coach training. Qualified students have the opportunity to earn WellCoaches Certified Well-Being Coach, National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching, and International Coaching Federation certifications.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
Program Availability
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Online | Online | Open |
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Online | Online | Not Available |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Online | Online | Not Available |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
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