Knowledge for applying behavior-change science to help clients build motivation, set meaningful goals, and create sustainable lifestyle habits.
Strategies for conducting effective assessments to understand each client’s health, readiness, and unique needs, guiding personalized coaching plans.
Coach with professionalism and care by maintaining ethical standards, fostering trust, and empowering clients to take ownership of their health.
Earn a shareable certificate to add to your LinkedIn profile..
Receive professional-level training from American Council on Exercise
Demonstrate your technical proficiency
Earn an employer-recognized certificate from American Council on Exercise
Throughout this section, you will explore what health coaches do, what’s involved in the coaching process, and why behavior change is such an important part of health coaching.
Here, you will explore how you can assist clients to make lasting lifestyle changes through motivation, planning, and accountability. You will also examine different elements to be taken into account during an initial coaching session.
Your study program continues by looking at effective ways to manage stress and how to use nutrition to your advantage. You will also examine how physical activity, sleep habits, and substance use impact wellness.
Throughout Section IV you will investigate various diseases and their impact on wellness.
Section V presents valuable information related to getting a health coaching business off the ground successfully and keeping the business running smoothly.
Prepare for your next step with ACE Health Coach Exam Prep—a focused review of key concepts like coaching ethics, communication, behavior change, lifestyle medicine, chronic conditions, and professional practice. With targeted reviews and realistic practice questions, you’ll build confidence for exam-style scenarios.You’ll earn a Coursera course certificate, but most employers require an accredited credential—such as the NCCA-accredited ACE Health Coach Certification, the gold standard in the field. To earn it, you’ll need to meet ACE prerequisites and register for the official exam. This course reinforces essential content and helps you focus your final study efforts as you work toward becoming an ACE Certified Health Coach.