Health Coach Program
Become a world-class Certified Health Coach and help change lives
- Gain a university-level, internationally recognised certification.
- Join a vibrant community of like-minded individuals.
- Learn from a world-leading faculty of 30+ with live & immersive labs.
- Be at the forefront of health lifestyle science and behaviour change.
Complete part-time
Over 12 months
Online Learning
Self-directed + live labs
Become a Certified Professional Health Coach and lead the shift to proactive, whole-person health
Professional Health Coaches are the missing link in healthcare, challenging the conventional medical model and leading the shift from our reactive treatment driven approach to health.
With PREKURE’s Health Coach Program you’ll gain a university-level, internationally recognised certification, learn from our world-leading experts, and be at the forefront of preventative medicine, health lifestyle science, and behaviour change. You’ll acquire the tools, knowledge and skills to make a real difference in your life, and in the health and wellbeing of others.
We have built this program to teach you the tools to change people’s lives forever.
Join us.
The Health Coach Program is right for you if…
- You have more to give and want to make a positive impact in the world.
- You want to learn how to be the best you can be, and discover how to help others to live their best lives.
- You want to become an internationally recognised professional health coach, eligible for membership with the Australasian Health Coach Professional Body HCANZA.
- You want to be the forefront of preventative medicine, health lifestyle science and behaviour change.
- You’re a lifelong learner, and want to be immersed in the very latest university-level learning, discover cutting-edge research and gain deep knowledge.
- You want to learn and be inspired by a world-leading faculty of passionate experts and change-makers making a real difference in health.
- You want to join a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for health and wellbeing.
Health Coaches come in all different forms.
You might have that inner urge to make a difference in the world, and support people on their health journey.
You may have had your own health journey, seeing the impact living a healthier life can make to your energy, health, happiness, work and relationships.
If you’re a health professional you may have experienced that frustration working within the traditional health paradigm, where patients struggle to implement advice and change their behaviours.
Whatever your background, health coaching is a gateway for you to make positive and meaningful change in other people’s lives.
What makes health coaching so effective?
The traditional healthcare paradigm views the health practitioner as the expert. The expert sets the treatment goals, focuses on why the patient hasn’t made the changes they need to, and provides advice and solutions.
This approach often doesn’t work. We only need to look around to see that. People are overweight, still smoke, drink too much, don’t sleep enough… the list goes on.
Behavioural change is hard. That’s why Health Coaching offers a different approach.
Health Coaching works
In Health Coaching we walk alongside our clients as partners. We respect clients as the experts in their own lives. Patients choose their own areas to focus on, and as coaches we meet them where they’re at.
Coaching is more effective in driving behavioural change because it connects with clients’ emotions and values. It appeals to our core emotional drivers which govern our behaviour.
When you think about it, all our behaviours come from emotional drivers. Whether it is the need to be accepted, feel loved, ease anxiety, or free us from distraction, emotions are the key to behavioural change.
The PREKURE Health Coach training will teach you the core elements of science and evidence in preventative and lifestyle medicine. It will also give you the coaching skills you need to engage with people in a way that builds trust, connects with emotions, and drives meaningful and sustainable behaviour change.
Why become a Health Coach?
- Help transform lives: Coaching enables us to help empower others to be the best they can be. As a coach you’ll be equipped with new ways of thinking, communicating and interacting to help others achieve sustainable, long-lasting outcomes.
- Make more impact: Often advice comes from a place of talking at others, telling them what to do or solving their problems for them. Using your coaching skills you will learn new ways of listening, building trust and asking powerful questions to empower others to become motivated, confident, self-reliant problem solvers.
- Transform your own life: Our learners are always amazed at the personal growth their new skills have in their personal lives, as they learn how to communicate more effectively and build better relationships. “It’s life changing… the personal growth journey has been insane. It blows my mind that a course can have such a massive impact in the best of ways. Thank you so much! Recommending to everyone!” Rebekah.
World class instructors
Sonya English
Lead Coach
Dr Louise Schofield
Behaviour Change Expert
Dr Caryn Zinn
Dietitian
Prof Grant Schofield
Professor Public Health
Dr Glen Davies
General Practice
Erik van den Top
Lead Coach
Dr Brad Hulcombe
Lead Coach
Dr Desiree Dickerson
Neuroscientist
Dr Chris Reid
General Practice
Dr Catherine Crofts
Pharmacist
Your Health Coach program includes
Certificate in Health Coaching Science
Certificate in Coaching Practice
Tools & support to become a masterful coach
Ongoing expert support for your success
This is your opportunity to deepen your coaching practice and connect with the PREKURE science faculty of psychologists, dietitians, professors and behaviour change experts.
Your guide to exceptional health coaching
Your ultimate guide to everything you need to know to become a masterful health coach.
Flexible study to work for you
You’ll also experience online live, cohort based immersive labs. With ongoing opportunities to practice and refine your coaching skills you’ll become a masterful health coach before you know it!
Complete part-time
Over 12 months
Online Learning
Self-directed + live labs
Hear what our students are saying
Why are PREKURE the leaders in Health Coach training?
- It comes down to results. PREKURE trained coaches are behaviour change specialists who deliver consistent, meaningful results for their clients.
- PREKURE’s university-level courses are taught by recognised world experts and academics who share only evidence-informed knowledge and tools.
- We allow you to bring your full self – your experiences, professional experience and personality – to our interactive learning environment, where we create a safe space for you to learn, grow and gain confidence.
- When you study with PREKURE you join a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for health and wellbeing. You’ll find your tribe, connect, collaborate, and grow together.
- PREKURE’s Health Coach programs are endorsed and internationally recognised in New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom.
Health Coaches Australia & New Zealand Approved Program Provider
New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Royal New Zealand College of GPs Endorsed Provider
Health Coach Alliance Approved School
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Are you ready to change your career and make a real impact?
Speak with a Health & Career Coach to find out if you have what it takes to join the PREKURE community.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the benefits of undertaking the Health Coach Program?
- You will go on a personal journey of transformation, gain the knowledge and tools of how to live your best life and make a positive impact in the world.
- You’ll be at the forefront of the latest health lifestyle science, and master the art of coaching, with plenty of opportunity to practice and gain the confidence to support others in how they too can live their best lives.
- You’ll get the practical tools and resources you need to become a successful Certified Professional Health Coach, eligible for professional membership with the Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA).
- You’ll be recognised as a highly qualified Professional Health Coach with a university-level certification.
- You’ll gain the credibility of being a PREKURE Coach, recognised by medical professionals as being of the highest standard.
When does the Health Coach program start?
You can start your online self-directed courses as soon as your enrolment is confirmed. For your live online coaching labs, these are cohort (class) based with limited start dates during the year. You can view our upcoming live coaching lab schedules here.
Which courses make up the Health Coach Program?
The Health Coach Program is made up of 2 Certificates. The Certificate in Health Coaching Science and the Certificate in Coaching Practice.
The Certificate in Health Coaching Science is made up of the following six theory courses to complete in your own time and at your own pace:
PK101: Behaviour as Medicine
PK102: Nutrition as Medicine
PK103: Fitness as Medicine
PK104: Mind-Body Medicine
PK105: Making Sense of Research
PK106: Maximising Your Potential as a Health Coach
The Certificate in Coaching Practice includes 40 hours of live coaching labs (mainly scheduled in the evenings and/or weekdays). You can view our live lab schedules and cohort start dates here.
What happens in the coaching skills labs?
These aren’t pre-recorded sessions! They’re live and interactive, and are an incredibly important part of the PREKURE Health Coach training process. You will be taught by our skilled coaching Faculty and get apply what you’re learning in a safe environment, honing your skills so you’ll feel confident when working with real clients. You’ll be surrounded with fellow Health Coach students who will inspire and encourage you, as you share your experiences and learning journey together.
What support will I receive as a student?
Over and above your cohort-based live coaching labs, all Health Coach students also receive access to weekly live online coaching gyms and Ask an Expert sessions. This is your weekly space to connect with the PREKURE teaching Faculty and your community of fellow students and graduates, build your confidence and capability as a Coach, connect with the PREKURE science Faculty including our resident psychologist, dietitian, behaviour change expert and Chief Science Officer, and get your questions answered.
How long does it take to complete the program?
The Health Coach Program can be completed within 6-12 months with a weekly commitment of approximately 5-7 hours per week. The self-directed courses in the Certificate in Health Coaching Science can be completed in your own time and at your own pace, with online 24/7 access. You will join your live online coaching labs as a small cohort (class) with other Health Coach students and follow a set schedule over ~20 weeks.
Do I need any background or previous qualifications in the health field?
While there is no prior health experience or learning required for entry into this program, applicants must meet our entry criteria, including:
- The ability to dedicate the necessary time and energy to your studies.
- Alignment with PREKURE’s mission of extending the human healthspan.
- A commitment to lifelong learning and staying at the forefront of the latest evidence and science in health.
- An ambition and desire to be the best you can be and help others to live their best lives.
I'm a nurse, personal trainer, GP, pharmacist, or other health professional. Is this program right for me?
Absolutely! We have many health professionals who have successfully pivoted their careers or augmented their skills by upskilling in coaching. Whether you’re a nurse, physiotherapist, PT, GP, or other health professional, our Health Coach Program is designed to complement and enhance your existing expertise. You’ll gain advanced skills in coaching and behavioural change, be equipped to make a greater impact in the lives of your patients/clients, and achieve greater job satisfaction. Take a look at some of our graduate case studies here.
How do I know this program is credible and contains correct information?
This program is scientifically-based and evidence-informed with full academic references provided for all materials. It is taught by our highly qualified, world-class teaching Faculty with extensive real-world experience including registered dietitian Dr Caryn Zinn, Professor of Public Health Grant Schofield and practising GP and fellow of the RNZCGPs, Dr Glen Davies.
Is this program recognised internationally?
Yes, the Health Coach Program is approved by the Australasian Health Coach professional body, HCANZA. We are also an approved training provider with the Canadian Health Coach Alliance, and endorsed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP) and Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGPs) for Continuing Medical Education (CME). Furthermore, we follow the International Coaches Federation (ICF) core competencies, definition of coaching and code of ethics.
Has this training program been assessed by NZQA for micro-credential equivalency?
Yes. The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) ensures that New Zealand qualifications are valued as credible and robust, both nationally and internationally.
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has evaluated the Health Coach Certificate (Micro-credential) delivered by PREKURE and has assessed it to be equivalent to 30 credits (300 notional learning hours) at Level 5 on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF).
The Australian Qualifications Framework has equivalency with the NZQA e.g. Level 5 microcredential with NZQA is the equivalent of Level 5 on the AQF.
What certification will I receive?
If you pass your assessment criteria you will graduate with your:
- Certificate in Health Coaching Science
- Certificate in Coaching Practice
You will also become a PREKURE Certified Health Coach.
For continued use of the PREKURE Certified Health Coach brand mark, you must register with a Health Coach or other health professional body.
Are there jobs for Health Coaches?
Yes, health coaching is a growing global industry, with job opportunities in GP clinics, government organisations, hospitals, insurance companies, aged care, schools, corporate organisations, and more. Alternatively, you can start your own health coaching private practice. You can read more about Health Coach job opportunities here.
Can I do the training even if I don’t plan on practicing as a Health Coach?
Yes – you don’t have to be a Coach to utilise your coaching skills! Most of our students go on an (unexpected!) personal journey of discovery and transformation for themselves when studying to become a health coach. You’ll use your coaching skills in your everyday life, in your current job, and in your relationships. You’ll transform your own health, and the health of those around you.
How do I know if I will make a good Health Coach?
If you’re passionate about health and wellbeing, love to help other people, find it easy to build relationships and are a good listener, then health coaching could be a great fit for you. Health coaches believe in people. They believe that people can change, and they bring optimism and efficiency to the change process.
Is setting up my own Health Coach business achievable?
Absolutely.
If your vision is to establish your own health coaching private practice, we recommend you undertake our Master Health Coach Program, and gain access to our business fundamentals course designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to launch your own purpose-led health coaching business.
What are the study fees for the Health Coach Program?
This is a comprehensive, university-level professional program of study with interest-free payments of $375/month over 12 months, plus join fee.
Please enquire with our team to discuss the investment options in more detail.
Do I get lifetime course access?
You will receive a minimum of 12 months access to all learning resources from the date you enrol, with ongoing access available on a subscription basis. This includes access to our regularly updated content, new research, resources and references as we continue to develop and re-release courses.
How can I learn more?
Book a call with a PREKURE Health & Career Coach to talk about what study options will suit you best and find out if you have what it takes to join the PREKURE community.