Health & Life Coach Certification
Transform Lives
Earn dual certifications from an ICF-approved school trusted by 35,000+ coaches worldwide.
Online
Self-paced
5 months
3-5 hrs/wk
Online
Self-paced
5 months
3-5 hrs/wk
Online
Self-paced
5 months
3-5 hrs/wk
What Sets Us Apart
from over 100 countries
What Will You Do?
Associate Director of Curriculum & Instructional Strategy
As a health and life coach, you’ll help clients build healthier habits, shift their mindset, and create lives aligned with their values. You’ll work one-on-one, in groups, or within wellness organizations—making real impact across every area of life.
Over a Decade of Excellence
Founded in 2015, HCI has trained 35,000+ coaches in 100+ countries—backed by national accreditation, 850+ five-star Trustpilot reviews, and a mission to make coaching education transformative.
HCI was founded with a clear purpose—to create more practical coach training that prepares graduates for real-world impact.
HCI launches its NBHWC-accredited Pathway Program, preparing students to sit for the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching exam.
HCI forms key partnerships with ISSA and FxNA, expanding its presence across the fitness and coaching industry.
HCI marks its 10th anniversary by refreshing its programs and brand to better serve aspiring and professional coaches worldwide.
The World Needs Health Coaches
Demand for coaches is higher than ever. Our Health and Life Coach Program prepares you to coach the whole person and create lasting impact.
87%
of executives surveyed said coaching delivers a high return on investment (ROI)
73%
of clients say coaching helped with relationships, work/life balance, and wellness.
$100
to $150 is the typical hourly rate charged by life coaches in the U.S.
$1T
estimated annual productivity losses from stress, anxiety, and depression.
60%
live with ≥ 1 chronic disease, often driven by lifestyle, stress, and emotional health.
17M
annual deaths from chronic disease—many manageable with lifestyle change.
Who’s this Program For?
- Purposeful Career Changers
You want a clear, supportive path into meaningful work. - Impact-Driven Aspiring Coaches
You want credible training to guide clients with confidence. - Growth-Minded Team Professionals
You want coaching expertise to elevate your current role.
What You’ll Get
- Dual Certification
Earn two credentials that prepare you to coach the whole person. - Hands-On Coaching Experience
Practice with peers and mentors so you graduate confident. - Paying Client Guarantee
Start strong with a paying client or your money back.
Learn how our Paying Client Guarantee works.
What You’ll Learn
Build the skills to coach the whole person with evidence-based training in both health and life coaching, preparing you to guide clients toward lasting transformation.
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Health Coaching
Module 1
Ready, Set, Coach! Your Guide to Effective Program StructureModule 2
Transformative Coaching Dynamics: Empowering Client-Centered RelationshipsModule 3
Mastering Conversations: Your Foundations for CoachingModule 4
Client Empowerment: Intrinsic Motivation & Self-EfficacyModule 5
Elevate Coaching Effectiveness: Appreciative Coaching, Environmental Influence & Positive GrowthModule 6
Empowerment Arsenal: Masterful Motivational Interviewing Tools -
Life Coaching
Module 1
Foundations of Life Coaching: Ready, Set, Coach!Module 2
The Psychology of Behavior ChangeModule 3
Building Trust & Guiding ChangeModule 4
Mastery Skills for CoachesModule 5
Goal Setting & Client AccountabilityModule 6
Purpose, Fulfillment & Impact
What Sets Us Apart
Learn health and life coaching to guide the whole person.
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Two Certifications.
One Life-Changing Career.
Online
self paced
5 months
3-5 hrs/wk
- Dual-certified coach ready to take on paying clients.
- Confidence to coach the whole person—mind, body, and life.
- A paying client in your pipeline, or your money back.
- Dual-certified coach ready to take on paying clients.
- Confidence to coach the whole person—mind, body, and life.
- A paying client in your pipeline, or your money back.
Which Program Is Right For You?
The best choice is the one that moves you forward now.
3-5 hrs/wk
Flexible, self-paced online learning.
PROGRAM FOCUSBehavior change and building sustainable habits.
SCOPE OF WORKGuide clients with conversation and accountability.
Work with clients independently.
OUTCOME AND RECOGNITIONLaunch a coaching practice.
Best if you want flexibility and autonomy.
7-9 hrs/wk
Online with required live classes.
PROGRAM FOCUSNationally-approved coaching competencies.
SCOPE OF WORKApply coaching skills within formal frameworks.
Work independently or in organizations.
OUTCOME AND RECOGNITIONBecome NBHWC board eligible.
Best if you want nationally-aligned training.
Meet Your Instructors
Our instructors are experienced coaches, board-certified practitioners, and wellness experts—here to mentor you every step of the way.
NBC-HWC
Alyssa Poggioli
MS, CN, NBC-HWC
Brooke Jeffries
CHHC
Priscilla Benavides
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long is the program?
The Health & Life Coach program is designed to be completed in 5 months, 100% online and self-paced, with a typical commitment of 3–5 hours per week. You’ll have the flexibility to learn on your own schedule while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
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What can I expect from the program?
The program combines the Health Coach Certification and the Life Coach Certification into one comprehensive curriculum. You’ll build a strong foundation in both health and personal transformation coaching—gaining evidence-based tools to guide clients through behavior change, mindset shifts, and whole-person wellness across mind, body, and life.
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Who will I learn from?
Our programs are led by experienced master coaches, NBHWC board-certified instructors, and industry experts. Instructors include Alyssa Poggioli (NBC-HWC), Brooke Jeffries (MS, CN, NBC-HWC), and Priscilla Benavides (CHHC)—practitioners with real-world coaching experience who bring both credibility and heart to every session.
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Do I need prior experience to enroll?
No prior experience is required. The program is designed for beginners, career changers, and wellness professionals who want to add coaching credentials to their current role.
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Will I be certified after graduating?
Yes. Upon completing the program, you’ll receive two official HCI certifications—your Health Coach Certification and Life Coach Certification—plus an exclusive digital badge to showcase on LinkedIn, your website, and social media. Graduates also join our Heart Warriors alumni community.
Ready to Start Coaching?
Connect with our team to explore your options and take the first step
toward your coaching career.
