What is the average salary of a health coach?
Health coach salaries vary based on experience, location, employer, and other factors. According to Salary.com, the average health coach salary in the U.S. is approximately $62,400 per year, or $30 per hour, as of October 2026. The middle 50% of health coaches earn approximately $53,800 to $70,800 annually.
What is a health coach? What does a health coach do?
A health and wellness coach is a professional who partners with clients to identify health and wellness goals and make sustainable changes that support their overall well-being. Rather than diagnosing conditions or prescribing treatment, health coaches use a client-centered approach to help individuals clarify goals, build on their strengths, identify barriers, and develop realistic strategies for change.
Health coaches may support clients in areas such as healthy habits, physical activity, stress management, sleep, work-life balance, and other wellness goals. They use skills such as active listening, motivational interviewing, goal setting, action planning, and accountability to support lasting behavior change. Health and wellness coaches can bring their skills to a variety of settings, including healthcare and wellness organizations, community programs, corporate wellness initiatives, and private coaching practices.
Does this course prepare you for a certification?
This course is intended to prepare students for the National Board of Health and Wellness Coaches (NBHWC) certification. Currently, the course is applying for approval and is pending results. Students who are enrolled when the course is approved will be able to sit for the NBHWC certification exam.
How long does it take to complete this course?
After you register, you will receive 9 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of asynchronous course hours and live session attendance required.
When can I start this course?
This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.
What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?
The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.
What kind of support will I receive?
Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.
What happens when I complete the course?
Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.
Am I guaranteed a job?
ed2go courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.
Can I get financial assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.
How can I get more information about this course?
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