Semester 1 |
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| WELL 5001: Theory and Practice in Behaviour Change |
| WELL 5002: The Coaching Relationship |
| WELL 5003: Self-Advocacy |
| WELL 5004: Food and Wellness |
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
- Develop wellness programs for individuals, families, communities, workplaces and populations based on critical appraisal of health and wellness information from relevant sources.
Examine and assess the specific factors which determine health and wellness including the social, cultural and economic environment, the physical environment, and individual characteristics and behaviours in order to inform decision-making.
Apply appropriate coaching techniques in order to develop specific proactive health and wellness behaviour change interventions relevant to individual conditions, preferences, goals and stage in the life cycle.
Establish effective wellness coaching relationships and leadership in a variety of outpatient, workplace, family and community settings, based on current and emerging theoretical perspectives.
Design, implement and evaluate programs and strategies for sustainable behavioural change informed by thorough analysis of relevant determinants of health and wellness.
Coach clients towards improved nutritional decision making and self-efficacy as part of a comprehensive wellness program to optimize client outcomes.
Apply practical strategies for establishing effective wellness coaching relationships and leadership in a variety of outpatient, workplace, family and community settings, based on current and emerging theoretical perspectives.
Develop, communicate and promote the business case for wellness programming in order to garner appropriate supports.
Build coaching relationships with individuals, families and groups in order to effect empowerment and positive behaviour change to help individuals and groups benefit from appropriate health and wellness supports.
Practice within the scope of professional competence, legal, ethical and safety parameters, due diligence, and accepted wellness coaching practices.
Formulate on-going professional development strategies in order to keep practices current and relevant, to further the aims of clients and to contribute to on-going evolution of the field of wellness coaching.
Work Placement
A core aspect of the program is a work placement in which students secure a sponsor/mentor, determine a project, implement and evaluate the project, and practise and reflect on coaching relationships and processes. The site of the placement may be within a current employment setting or another appropriate worksite. Students are exposed to inter-professional learning, planning and leadership, coaching practice, collegiality, and collaboration. Online interactions and reflections occur with the instructor and class throughout the placement experience. This work placement consists of 225 hours.
The Humber Advantage
Humber Centre for Healthy Living
Students will have the opportunity to engage in wellness coaching sessions with clients in the Centre for Healthy Living. These sessions will provide students with the experience to build their coaching skills.
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.
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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.
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:
- fitness centres
- workplace settings
- long-term care facilities
- college/university student wellness centres
- bariatric/weight loss centres
- cardiac rehab programs
- outpatient cancer support programs
- outpatient chronic disease management programs
- mental health support programs
- community health centres
- family health-care teams
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Canadian Health Coach Alliance
Humber College is an approved school by the Canadian Health Coach Alliance. With proof of graduation, graduates can apply for the Registered Health Coach (RHC) title. The seal signifies that Humber is in good standing with HCA and its affiliates.
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.
Related Programs
Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management
Credential: Ontario Graduate Certificate
Length: 3 semesters
Workplace Health and Wellness, Bachelor of Health Sciences
Credential: Honours Degree
Length: 8 semesters
Program Availability
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
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| September 2021 | Online | Open |
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| September 2021 | Online | Not Available |
Humber
Relational influences on experiences with assisted dying: A scoping review
Fri, May 22, 2020
Congratulations to Professor (Nursing) Caroline Variath who successfully authored an article published in the Nursing Ethics journal.
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Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness News
New Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
Fri, March 19, 2021
Premier Ford visits North Campus to announce Humber's first independent Nursing degree
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Mon, February 01, 2021
Scholarships have launched for the winter semester. Full-time students can now start applying for application-based scholarships.
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Thu, January 21, 2021
The Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic is open for business and TCM program students are seeing patients Monday through Friday.
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HOW TO APPLY
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
EQUIPMENT & DEVICE REQUIREMENTS
FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS
PATHWAYS
CONTACT US
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Equipment & Device Requirements
Semester 1
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specifications | Recommended Specifications |
| Processor | Intel i5-8300H | Intel i5-8300H |
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Memory | 8GB of RAM | 8GB of RAM |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
| Monitor | Laptop | Laptop |
| Other | Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite | Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite |
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Equipment & Device Requirements contact:
Noah Gentner, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 4406
noah.gentner@humber.ca
Fees
The 2021-2022 fee for three semesters is:
- domestic: $5,984.48
- international: N/A
Fees are subject to change.
Scholarships
Humber Scholarships
Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships.
Humber Bursaries
Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.
External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.
Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.
Pathways
Pathways are academic routes that students can take to move from one credential to another.
PATHWAYS OUT TO ANOTHER PROGRAM:
TO A PARTNER INSTITUTION
Master of Science in Health and Wellness Coaching
Humber and Creighton University have entered into an agreement where graduates of the Wellness Coaching Graduate Certificate can receive 12 credits towards Creighton's Master of Science, Health and Wellness Coaching. Students may then graduate upon the completion of the remaining 24 credits required. Admission requirements:
- applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
- have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 in all graduate-level coursework. At Humber, the equivalent is a minimum of 80%.
- grades earned in all courses from Humber must be 80% or better
- students must present original and complete educational credentials, including a certified translation of all university transcripts (if in a language other than English) from a recognized credential evaluation service, such as the World Education Services
- Two (2) letters of recommendation/evaulation by persons familar with the student's academic background, potential, achievements and personal qualities. An applicant's original letter of recommendation for admission to Humber may be used as one of the required letters.
Admission to the academic program listed is at the sole discretion of the partner postsecondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements.
For more information and to apply for admission, see: https://excellence.creighton.edu/humber
Master Of Science (M.S.) in Exercise Science and Health Promotion - Online
Humber and the California University of Pennsylvania (CALU) have entered into an agreement in which successful graduates of the Wellness Coaching, and Exercise Science and Lifestyle Promotion Graduate Certificates will be granted 12 transfer credits out of a total 36 credits required towards CALU’s 100% online Master of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion with a number of concentrations:
- Nutrition
- Sport Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention
- Wellness and Fitness
- Sport Psychology
- Rehabilitation Science
- Wellness Coaching
- Tactical Strength and Conditioning
- Group Fitness Leadership
- Applied Sport Science
- Advanced Golf Performance
Students accepted into the Masters program may expect to complete the program in less than one year full time. The program can also be completed part time in 18 months. A proportional tuition discount is available along with financial awards and scholarships. This program is OSAP eligible.
In addition to successful graduation from the specified Humber programs, applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (80%). Students with a GPA below 3.0 (80%) may be considered for conditional admission.
Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements.
For more information, please contact a Cal U Global Online student service representative by e-mail at calugo@calu.edu or by phone at 1-866-595-6348.
How to Apply
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program. To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber's program pages or ontariocolleges.ca.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
