Wellness Coaching Certificate of Graduate Study

Program Overview
Our online Wellness Coaching Certificate of Graduate Study prepares graduates to become a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). This program is designed for professionals from a variety of backgrounds who desire to pursue a national certification in wellness coaching and to work as wellness coaches. This program is approved by the National Board of Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). Graduates of the program will be prepared to sit for the NBHWC or other wellness coaching certification exam. The certificate may be earned on its own, or it can be credited towards the Master of Arts in Wellness and Lifestyle Management.
Our Wellness Coaching Certificate of Graduate Study requires the completion of 12 graduate semester hours (four courses).
An Inside Look at Coursework
Below, you will find a list including titles of foundational coursework for the Wellness Coaching Certificate of Graduate Study program:
- Wellness Coaching and Behavior Change
- Promoting Human Wellness Across the Lifespan
- Obesity and Diabetes Prevention and Management
- Practicum in Wellness Coaching
Note: The course information shown above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please visit the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Submit an Application
- Completed foundation courses
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
Application Deadlines
Be sure to submit your application and supporting materials in advance of the application deadlines listed below for your desired entry term.
Apply Now7/1
Fall Module Entry
11/1
Spring Module Entry
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Learn MoreRowan University strives to provide students with a variety of financial aid resources needed to support their education by offering grants, loans, work-study and scholarship opportunities.
Learn MoreSupport your educational goals by exploring ways to pay for your degree. At Rowan University, we offer a variety of scholarship opportunities for incoming and continuing students.
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