The Graduate Certificate in Health Coaching and Wellness at Indiana Wesleyan University is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree or higher who want to develop the skills and knowledge to inspire and guide others toward healthier lifestyles. This innovative program combines key coaching techniques—such as motivational interviewing and behavior change strategies—with lifestyle medicine principles to help participants create personalized wellness plans for their clients. Rooted in a Christian perspective, the program emphasizes building supportive, empowering relationships that promote sustainable health and wellness.
Students can choose to complete the certificate program on its own or pursue a master’s degree in Integrative Health by adding two additional certificate programs: Fundamentals of Integrative Health and Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Healthcare.
What is Integrative Health?
Integrative health takes a comprehensive approach to healthcare, blending traditional medical practices with complementary therapies to treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. This approach emphasizes a collaborative therapeutic relationship and leverages a range of conventional and alternative therapies to promote optimal health and healing. Practitioners work closely with patients to create personalized care plans that address the root causes of illness, incorporating modalities such as nutrition, mindfulness, acupuncture, and more.
What to Expect from the Program
Why Choose Indiana Wesleyan University?
Who Should Consider This Program?
This certificate is ideal for:
Whether you aim to enhance your current practice, provide holistic care to clients, or explore a rewarding new career, the Certificate in Health Coaching and Wellness at IWU offers the tools and inspiration to help you succeed.
What Makes IWU Different?
IWU has provided on-campus education for more than 100 years.
Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.
Center for Student Success for counseling, tutoring, and more!
Dr. Alisha Mack
Associate Professor
“I am thrilled to introduce a new certificate on health coaching and lifestyle medicine at our university. This certificate emphasizes the importance of walking alongside patients and empowering them to take charge of their health journey. By equipping our students with the tools and knowledge to support patients in making sustainable lifestyle changes, we aim to cultivate a community that prioritizes health and preventive care.”
Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement.
The curriculum for the Integrative Health Coaching graduate certificates covers:
These courses contain the program-specific knowledge. Upon completion, you should have the tools to conquer your new career with confidence. For a full list of courses required to complete your degree, please visit the course catalog. Click on a course below to view the description.
IPE-501,IPE-510,IPE-511,IPE-512
Admission to majors begins with submission of required application forms and official transcripts of previous college and university studies.
Criteria for regular admission:
Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org, 312-263-0456. Other accreditations and associations of Indiana Wesleyan University are available at www.indwes.edu/about/iwu-profile/accreditation.
