Wellness Coach Certification Program Teach & Inspire Others to Be Healthy
Are you Passionate about better health and nutrition? Looking for a meaningful career in wellness? Interested in adding additional benefits to your existing wellness practice? Ready to expand your revenue stream while inspiring and supporting others? Become a Certified Wellness Coach and Teach others about healthy lifestyles. The International Association of Wellness Professionals Wellness Coach Certification Program is ideal for you... You are looking to make a career change and enter the wellness industry OR... You want to grow your current practice and add another service to offer your clients 1
Welcome to Our Community Suzanne Monroe is the Founder of The International Association of Wellness Professionals. She is the author of The Real Life Food Cookbook & Lifestyle Plan: 12 Weeks to Natural Energy & Weight Loss, the coauthor of 101 Ways to Improve Your Health, and is a health expert appearing regularly in the media, including Fox television. Suzanne was inspired to create the IAWP Wellness Coach Certification Program in collaboration with other leading health experts in order to inspire people to find meaningful careers, support wellness professionals to leverage their talents, and spread the message of how to live a healthy lifestyle. Hello, I m Suzanne Monroe and I want to personally welcome you to the International Association of Wellness Professionals Wellness Coach Certification Program. I m so excited that you are reading our catalog because that means you are interested in healthy lifestyles and wellness. Now more than ever we need people like you who are ready to guide and support others to living a healthy life. Our country is in a healthcare crisis, and not just because of dollars and cents, but because we have forgotten the most important medicine there is: taking care of ourselves with healthy food, exercise and lifestyle balance. If you are already a wellness professional and looking to continuously support people or if you are someone looking for a career change into this exciting field, I invite you to read on about how we re changing lives, leader by leader, workshop by workshop. What people need most right now is an advocate for their health, someone who will listen to them and guide them to making the lifestyle changes that are necessary. We re looking for leaders who are inspired by our message of wellness and want to make a difference in their communities. It s an exciting time to be embarking upon a new career in the field of Wellness. With the education you ll receive in our accredited training program, you ll have the opportunity to create your own career doing meaningful work that is in demand. I hope you enjoy the pages ahead and I look forward to meeting you in our training program! Suzanne Monroe Founder, International Association of Wellness Professionals 2
Table of Contents page 3 - What is Wellness Coaching page 4 - Our Philosophy page 5 - Our Learning Environment page 6 - Our Curriculum page 7 - Don t Just Be Certified, Be Successful page 8 - Lead the Get Real Plan Workshop page 9 - Be The Health Expert in Your Community page 10 - How Can I Earn Income as a Wellness Coach page 11 - Resources for You page 13 - Are you Ready to Get Started? What is Wellness Coaching? Wellness Coaching is a combination of traditional lifestyle coaching, health coaching, and stress management counseling. Wellness Coaching applies an integrated, holistic approach to health and well-being, examining factors such as eating habits, lifestyle choices, and the impact that career, relationships, stress, physical activity and other factors have on the whole person. Could you be a Wellness Coach? You are passionate about health, nutrition, and wellness You love helping others to be healthy and create a balanced lifestyle Friends and family always come to you for advice on their health You would love to be known as a resource in your community You enjoy inspiring and motivating others to take action with their health If this sounds like you, then a career in Wellness Coaching is awaiting you. Imagine creating a career that is healthy, flexible, fun, inspiring, and makes a difference. 3
Our Philosophy There is a lot of information available on how to be healthy - but it s not always maintainable in the busy lives that most people are now living. The I.A.W.P. s Wellness Coach Certification program was developed to help you to teach people how to embark on a new healthy lifestyle that they can maintain with ease. You ll learn about healthy eating, total mind-body wellness, healthy lifestyle habits, and specifically how to coach clients and lead wellness workshops. I.A.W.P. Certified Wellness Coaches take a holistic approach to wellness and the body, addressing key lifestyle factors such as career, relationships, and physical activity. We combine proven nutritional assessments with intuitive eating training, life coaching, and stress management techniques so you have the tools to guide people to the healthiest, happiest version of themselves. Working with my Wellness Coach was both inspiring and grounding. My coach helped me to go beyond just healthy eating and cooking, and look at the core issues of my personal relationship with food. -Mimi M., client of a Wellness Coach 4
Our Unique Learning Environment Online The I.A.W.P. s Wellness Coach Certification Program has been developed so that you can participate at home or work via our online classroom. Online education programs are growing nationwide as the fastest and most effective learning environment. Online learning allows you to go at your own pace and use comprehensive, interactive tools like videos, audios and journals to facilitate your learning. Positive We are proud of our attention to a fun, friendly and positive class environment. We hope to make your education experience the best yet! Our training program is designed to give you the most value for your time and money and offer supplemental material to expand your knowledge in areas that interest you. Interactive Our online training program allows you to connect with other students through chat rooms and online forums to enhance your education. You can share tips and support one another as you learn. Supportive Your learning doesn t stop after your training program ends. You ll be connected to our online community and have access to ongoing Teletraining and resources, where you can get updated on the latest in wellness, expand and refresh your knowledge to better support your clients, and continue to connect with your colleagues. 5
Our Curriculum The I.A.W.P. s Wellness Coach Certification Program is a comprehensive course, including modules, lessons, quizzes, exercises, assignments, teletraining and other interactive, online learning tools such as audio and video workshops. Estimated course timeline minimum is 50 hours. Here s a closer look at what you ll learn... Core Foods Balance in Career Healthy Relationships and impact on health Physical Activity The History of Food Why Be Healthy Goal Setting Cooking Mindful Eating Healthy Beverages Water Tea The impact of Caffeine Antioxidants & Superfoods Food sources Vitamins & Minerals Healthy Lifestyles Breakfast Body Types Metabolism Ayurvedic Body Types Diets & Healthy Lifestyles Ending Diets Finding Nourishment Weight control Diet Overview Empty Calories Macronutrients, Micronutrients Increasing Energy Naturally The Low-Down on Healthy Proteins, Carbohydrates & Fats Protein & Sources Cooking Techniques Healthy Carbohydrates Preparation Methods Healthy Fats Fat Burning Foods Sugar Addicted Nation & Food Cravings Overcoming Sugar Addiction Cravings Dehydration Nutrient Deficiency Natural Sweeteners Emotional Eating Stress Eating, Boredom Eating, Unconscious Eating Essential Fatty Acids Joyful Living Healthy Eating & Living On-the-Go Healthy Snacks Simple meal preparation Eating Out Eating with the Seasons Eating on a Budget Healthy Eating Goals The Art of Eating & Mindfulness Inner wisdom eating Digestion Stress Reduction Conscious Eating Breathing Food for the Soul & Self-Care The Body s Energy System Journaling Meditation Goal Setting Body Wisdom Health Expert Teacher Training A variety of Health Experts such as physicians, psychotherapists, nutritionists, fitness experts and professional coaches share guidance for preventative approaches to health and well-being. Professional Coaching How to be an Effective Coach Core Food Coaching Wellness coaching for specifc concerns Motivating Clients to make changes Your Certification Upon successful completion of the I.A.W.P. Wellness Coach Certification Program, you ll hold the title of Certified Wellness Coach and will receive a certificate representing your completion of the program. You will also qualify for National Certification by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP). The AADP is an independent third party accrediting body which certifies training programs for holistic healthcare practitioners and reviews curriculum, scope of practice, and corporate policies of the entities it accredits. For more information on the AADP, visit www.aadp.net.
Don t Just Be Certified, Be Successful What s unique about the IAWP Wellness Coach Certification Program is that we combine Wellness Education with Coach Training plus Marketing and Business Support. This means you won t just be certified, you ll be successful! You ll know how to coach clients to make healthy lifestyle changes, lead wellness workshops in your community and grow a successful business as Certified Wellness Coach. Workshop Leader Training Get Real Plan Workshop Confidence Building Public Speaking Wellness Comprehensive, Holistic, Practical Interactive, Online Classroom Virtual Teacher Trainings Your own Customizeable Website Branded Postcards & Business Cards And more! Coach Training Core Food Coaching Client Coaching Tools Your Own Peer Coach Business Training & Ongoing Support Marketing Templates Business Success Tools Online Leader Community 7
Lead the Get Real Plan Workshop What good is your new certification if no one knows about you? The challenge most wellness professionals face is reaching people with their message. We ve got you covered! The I.A.W.P. has developed a proven health and wellness program that is yours to offer as a Certified Wellness Coach. It s called the Get Real Plan, and it s a customizeable workshop to guide your clients to a healthier life with real tips and personalized support. The Get Real Plan is a workshop series that you can offer in your community. We provide you with the Workshop Scripts, Outlines and Client Handouts to lead your workshops, so you are confident and ready to support others right away. The Get Real Plan Workshop typically lasts 1-2 hours and is offered over a fourpart series. It can take place at your place of business, in your home or in other recommended locations. There is an almost limitless number of customizations and versions of the Get Real Plan Workshop which means you can run your workshops again and again to repeat customers providing new information and value. 8
Be The Health Expert in Your Community The Get Real Plan workshop is licensed to an individual in a specific field category and geographical area. There are eight categories identified: Nutrition Professional, Yoga Teacher, Personal Trainer, Massage Therapist, Chiropractor, General Wellness Practitioner, Community Leader and Corporate Wellness Educator. For example, if you re a Chiropractor in Cleveland - no other Chiropractor in Cleveland would be able to offer this program, but a Yoga teacher might be able to offer it to her clients. This should alleviate any direct competition but also generate local support networks that will enhance your service offerings. The Get Real Plan workshop will help you: Become known as a wellness resource in your community Leverage your time teaching small groups using done-foryou workshops Attract new clients for your coaching practice Market your services with branded business materials 9
I ve finally discovered how to love my work and stay inspired. - Bryce Levine, Certified Wellness Coach and Get Real Plan Leader How Can I Earn Income as a Wellness Coach As a Certified Wellness Coach, the opportunity is wide open for you to create an income stream that fits your lifestyle. Wellness Coaches can work independently as entrepreneurs, integrate this work with an existing business, offer programs though a corporation, or even as a part-time second career. You can earn income by: *Leading Workshops The typical Get Real Plan workshop fees start at $175 per attendee. The average workshop has 8-12 participants. *Coaching Clients Support individual clients after their workshop in a personal wellness coaching program. Wellness Coaches are specialized coaches and charge anywhere from $70 per hour to $200 per hour. 10
I am so excited to be a Certified Wellness Coach! It s opened the door for me to gain the knowledge I needed to pursue a career that I am passionate about and to share this passion with others. Jen Tonz, Certified Wellness Coach & Get Real Plan Leader Resources for You The I.A.W.P. s Wellness Coach Certification Program provides you with training and a license to your specific market. Included in the training and licensing fee are the following resources: The Wellness Coach Training Program an interactive, online learning experience Health Expert Teletraining Video & Audio Tutorials Business & Marketing Training The Get Real Plan Leader Community to Share Best Practices Your personal, customized Get Real Plan website The Get Real Plan Wellness Coach Starter Kit The Get Real Plan Cookbook Customizable Workshop Templates Client Materials and Handouts Customizable Marketing Materials Access to ongoing training and resources IAWP Professional Membership - a community to support your continued success And much more! 11
I have lost 25lbs and feel great...it was simply in the way I was eating. I haven t been sick in over a year and I have more energy then I ever have had before. Natalie C., client of Wellness Coach One more thing...do you Walk Your Talk? As a Wellness Coach, it s important that you are an example of a healthy life. In order to teach others, you ll want to be living the lifestyle you preach. If you re not a living, breathing example of how to be healthy yet, no need to worry. We offer you the chance to work with your own Personal Wellness Coach while you go through your training program. This allows you to begin working on your own health goals, while experiencing what it s like to receive support from a coach who has your best interest in mind. Get ready to enhance your learning while getting healthy at the same time! 12
Are you Ready to Get Started? Are you ready to be known as a wellness expert and resource in your community? If so, you ll have an amazing, proven program to offer your clients and grow your business. You ll help others to jumpstart their health and take action for the healthy lifestyle they desire. We hope you ll join our growing community of like-minded health and wellness professionals who are making a difference workshop by workshop. For more information on how to become a Certified Wellness Coach and Get Real Plan Leader, please contact us at info@iawp-connect.com or call. 13
The Possibilites are Endless... Imagine where you can go from here. 14
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