Advanced Dual Health and Life Coach Certification

The Advanced Dual Certification combines the Advanced Health Coach Certification (NBHWC-accredited) and the Life Coach Certification, with each program designed to be completed in 12 weeks, 100% online, through a blend of flexible scheduling and required live sessions.

The Advanced Dual Certification can be completed in as little as 9 months, with students typically dedicating 7–9 hours per week.

The Advanced Dual Certification combines the Life Coach Certification with our NBHWC-accredited Advanced Health Coach Certification, pairing life coaching expertise with advanced health coaching skills and board exam eligibility. This pathway positions you as a highly qualified coach in both personal and professional settings.

Your Health Coach training will:
Deepen your understanding of behavior change science and expand your skills with HCI’s signature Empowered Well-Being System, built on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. You will participate in required live sessions, one-on-one mentorship, and coaching labs that provide real-world practice and prepare you to sit for the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching exam, the gold standard in the industry.

Your Life Coach training will:
Help you develop the skills to guide others through meaningful life transformations while growing into the best version of yourself. You will learn how to build trust, apply psychology and behavior change tools for breakthroughs, and coach across every area of life including career, relationships, money, personal growth, and life transitions. With hands-on practice, peer support, and expert mentorship, you will graduate with the confidence to coach real people through lasting transformation.

This advanced pathway also includes HCI’s Job Guarantee, available through the Advanced Health Coach Certification. Once you complete the program, earn your certification, sit for the board exam within one year, and apply to at least three qualifying employers within six months, we guarantee you’ll secure a role in the field or receive your tuition back.

Our programs are led by experienced master coaches, NBHWC board-certified instructors, and industry experts in coaching, psychology, nutrition, and wellness.

Alyssa Poggioli, NBC-HWC – Executive Coach and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach specializing in leadership development, emotional intelligence, and communication. Alyssa is also co-author of The Successful Mind: Tools to Living a Purposeful, Productive, and Happy Life.

Priscilla Benavides, CHHC–Spiritual Life and Health Coach with over 15 years of experience. A mentor at HCI, she guides aspiring coaches and clients through transformation using holistic tools including mindfulness, breathwork, and mind-body practices. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, Priscilla brings a global and multicultural perspective to cultivating resilience, self-leadership, and authentic presence.

Brooke Jeffries, MS, CN, NBC-HWC – Lead Instructor and Program Director of the Advanced Health Coach Certification and Master Your Stress. A Certified Nutritionist and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach. Brooke advises the NBHWC Program Approval Commission and serves on university academic advisory boards to advance professional coaching standards.

Laura DuBois, NBC-HWC – Faculty Lead for the Advanced Health Coach Certification. A National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach and former Physical Therapist with 30+ years in health, wellness, and fitness. Laura brings deep expertise in career and life transitions and has mentored aspiring coaches at HCI since 2019.

Jennifer McDonald, ScD, CHES, NBC-HWC – Educator and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach with 20 years of experience in health and wellness. Jennifer specializes in resilience, goal-setting, and trauma-informed coaching, equipping students with the skills and confidence to apply coaching in real-world practice.

No prior experience is required, although many students may choose to begin the Advanced Dual Certification after completing the Dual Health and Life Coach Certification or another foundational coaching program. It is also ideal for professionals in health, wellness, or leadership roles who want to expand their credentials and deepen their expertise.

• Credential-driven coaches who want training that qualifies them for the NBHWC board exam.
  
• Experienced coaches who want advanced tools, mentorship, and live practice to strengthen their coaching expertise.
• Career builders who want the recognition and credentials to establish or expand their professional coaching path.

The program is 100 percent online and includes both self-paced learning and required live sessions, including coaching labs, mentorship calls, and interactive Q&A sessions.

Yes. Flexible payment plans are available to make investing in your advanced coaching education manageable and accessible. You can consult with a Clarity Coach to explore your options and find the plan that best fits your goals and budget.

Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive an official Health Coach Institute Certification along with an exclusive digital badge you can showcase on LinkedIn, your website, and social media. These credentials highlight your expertise, credibility, and membership in our Heart Warriors Community.

Graduates of the Advanced Dual Certification earn two certificates, the Advanced Health Coach Certification and the Life Coach Certification, recognizing your advanced professional and personal coaching expertise. Completion of the Advanced Health Coach Certification also provides eligibility to sit for the NBHWC board exam, the highest credential in the health coaching field.