Nutrition and Metabolic Coach Program

Empower others to prevent and manage chronic lifestyle disease as a Metabolic Nutrition Coach

  • The latest science in preventative lifestyle medicine and nutritional practice for metabolic health
  • Gain practical skills in coaching & behaviour change with interactive and immersive live learning
  • No prerequisites, medical or health background required
  • Internationally recognised 

12 courses and 15 live labs
to
complete part-time over 12 months

Get certified from $810/month

Over 12 months

Become a Metabolic Nutrition Coach and help prevent chronic lifestyle disease

Non-communicable diseases like cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes cause over 80% of premature deaths each year. Did you know that metabolic dysfunction underlies most of these chronic diseases?

Train as a Certified Metabolic Nutrition Coach and you will learn how to empower others to take back control of their own health and help prevent, manage and in some cases even reverse chronic disease using the latest scientifically proven lifestyle levers including nutrition, exercise and sleep.

This program is right for you if…

 

  • You are looking to undertake university-level study in the field of nutrition, metabolic health, preventative medicine and behaviour change.
  • You want to understand the latest science and evidence in nutritional practice and lifestyle medicine to help improve the health of yourself and others.
  • You want to work as a Metabolic Nutrition Coach in a GP clinic or other primary care setting, an insurance company, in aged care, in a corporate setting, in education or start your own private coaching practice.
  • You want specialise in the field of nutrition and metabolic health, for example to support others as a Diabetes Coach, Keto & Low Carb Coach, Fasting Coach, Weight Loss Coach or Nutrition Coach.
  • You want to become an internationally recognised Certified Metabolic Nutrition Coach and be eligible to join the professional health coach body HCANZA.
Certified Metabolic Nutrition Coach

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World class instructors

 

Dr Caryn Zinn

Dr Caryn Zinn

Dietitian

Registered Dietitian and Associate Professor with over 20 years of consulting experience as a dietitian and managing director of her nutrition and lifestyle consultancy practice.

Dr Catherine Crofts

Dr Catherine Crofts

Pharmacist

Pharmacist with a PhD in the early diagnosis of metabolic disease.

Prof Grant Schofield

Prof Grant Schofield

Professor Public Health

Distinguished expert in human potential and performance. Co-Director of the Centre for Human Potential at Auckland University of Technology, former Chief Scientific Adviser to the Ministry of Education, author and PREKURE Chief Science Officer.

Dr Glen Davies

Dr Glen Davies

General Practice

Medical doctor focused on offering LCHF and Keto active management diets for chronic illness and disease. GP of the Year 2021.

Sonya English

Sonya English

Lead Coach

ICF qualified Coach with a Master’s of Health Practice. Highly experienced critical care nurse in the acute treatment of people suffering from ill-health.

Erik van den Top

Erik van den Top

Lead Coach

Leadership and health coach, functional wellness specialist, lifestyle medicine researcher and entrepreneur.

Dr Brad Hulcombe

Dr Brad Hulcombe

Lead Coach

NSW based GP at ground level embracing the art and practice of Health Coaching.

 

Dr Louise Schofield

Dr Louise Schofield

Behaviour Change Expert

A passionate public health expert, health entrepreneur and behaviour change expert with a Ph.D. in Public Health.

Dr Chris Reid

Dr Chris Reid

General Practice

Medical doctor based in Cornwall, United Kingdom.

Dr Desiree Dickerson

Dr Desiree Dickerson

Neuroscientist

Neuroscientist & Clinical Psychologist with a doctorate in the neuro-development of mental health disorders.

Your Nutrition and Metabolic Health Coach program includes

Health Coach
Program

Certificate in Health Coaching Science

6 theory based courses covering the latest science and evidence of preventative lifestyle medicine. Gain foundational knowledge in health science, nutrition, mental wellbeing and behavioural change.

 

Health Coach
Program

Certificate in Coaching Practice

40 hours of live, interactive and immersive online coaching labs taught by our expert coaching faculty in a trusted, immersive and interactive setting.

Specialisation –
Metabolic Health

Certificate in Nutritional Science

6 theory based courses covering the latest science and practical nutritional tools for metabolic health including low-carbohydrate and keto diets, fasting, weight loss and gut health.

Tools & support to become a masterful coach

Ongoing expert support for your success

As a student you’ll receive 12 months access to weekly live online coaching gyms & student support sessions.

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

PREKURE Health Coaching students receive an exclusive bonus 100 page guide to The Science & Art of Exceptional Health Coaching, written by the world-class PREKURE coaching faculty.

Your ultimate guide to everything you need to know to become a masterful health coach.

Flexible study to work for you

All theory based online courses are self paced. Learn on your own time, at your own pace, in your own space. 

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!

 

12 courses and 15 live labs
to
complete part-time over 12 months

Get certified from $810/month

Over 12 months

Hear what our students are saying

Why are PREKURE the leaders in Metabolic Nutrition Coach training?

 

  • It comes down to results. The impact and outcomes achieved by the clients of PREKURE trained coaches.
  • 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.
  • PREKURE’s Health Coach program is approved by the Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA), whose standards set the benchmark for professional coach training.
  • PREKURE is internationally recognised in New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom.
  • PREKURE is endorsed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners and are approved for CME credits and CPD.
The NZQA has evaluated the Health Coach Certificate (Micro-credential) and assessed it to be equivalent to 30 credits at Level 5 on the NZQF.
Health Coaches Australia & New Zealand Approved Program

Health Coaches Australia & NZ Approved Program

UK Health Coaches Association Approved Course

UK Health and International Coaches Association Approved Program

The NZQA has evaluated the Health Coach Certificate (Micro-credential) and assessed it to be equivalent to 30 credits at Level 5 on the NZQF

New Zealand Qualifications Authority

Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners Endorsed Provider

Royal New Zealand College of GPs Endorsed Provider

Health Coach Alliance Approved School

Health Coach Alliance Approved School

100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE

What if I don’t like what I buy?

You’re protected by PREKURE’s unconditional, 30-day, 100% money-back guarantee. We want you to have peace of mind when you buy any of our programs, so we give you up to 30 risk-free days from the date you purchase to decide if it’s for you.

If you’re not happy with your results, simply contact us, and we will give you an instant refund. It’s that simple.

Join the Nutrition & Metabolic Coach Program today for $8,995

Or $810/month
over 12 months

Payment Options
  • 6 month payment plan
    • 6 month payment plan $1,619.10
    • 12 month payment plan $809.55

Frequently Asked Questions

 

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When does the Nutrition & Metabolic Health Coach program start and finish?

To become a PREKURE Certified Metabolic Health Coach you will complete three Certificates as part of your training program:

1. Certificate in Health Coaching Science

The Certificate in Health Coaching Science starts as soon as you enrol. The six online theory-based courses that make up the Certificate are available for you to start and complete in your own time and at your own pace with online, 24/7 access.

2. Certificate in Coaching Practice

The Certificate in Coaching Practice includes 40 hours of live coaching labs (mainly scheduled in the evenings and/or weekdays). There are 15 x 2 hour live, online coaching labs. You can view our live lab schedules and start dates here.

3. Certificate in Nutritional Science

The Certificate in Nutritional Science starts as soon as you enrol. The six online theory-based courses that make up the Certificate are available for you to start and complete in your own time and at your own pace with online, 24/7 access.

How long does it take to complete the training?

The Nutrition & Metabolic Health Coach Program can be completed within ten months with a weekly time commitment of approximately 5-7 hours per week. However, you have up to 12 months to complete your training if you need extra time.

Which courses make up the Nutrition & Metabolic Health Coach Program?

The Nutrition & Metabolic Health Coach Program is made up of 3 Certificates.

1. The Certificate in Health Coaching Science, which 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

2. The Certificate in Coaching Practice, which 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.

3. The Certificate in Nutritional Science, which is made up of the following six theory courses to complete in your own time and at your own pace:

PK201: The Therapeutic Benefits of Keto & Low-Carb Nutrition
PK202: The Practice of Low-Carb & Ketogenic Nutrition
PK203: Fasting: The Science & Practice
PK204: Weight Loss: The Science & Practice
PK205: Public Health Nutrition
PK206: Gut Health & Allergies

Can I go at my own pace?

Yes. You can do the 12 theory courses for the Certificate in Health Coaching Science and the Certificate in Nutritional Science in your own time and at your own pace, with online 24/7 access.

For the Certificate in Coaching Practice, there are 40 hours of live coaching labs that will be scheduled mainly in the evenings and/or weekdays.  You can view our live lab schedules here.

All three Certificates can be completed within ten months with a weekly time commitment of approximately 5-7 hours per week. However, you have up to 12 months to complete your training if you need extra time.

What are the benefits of doing this training?

PREKURE is recognised by medical professionals as being credible and of the highest standard. Through your study, you’ll develop the skills and gain all the knowledge you need to start working as a Metabolic Nutrition Coach. Once you meet the assessment criteria and graduate, you will be eligible to use the “PREKURE Certified Metabolic Nutrition Coach” endorsement and be eligible for Professional Membership to the Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA).

As a Certified Metabolic Nutrition Coach, you will have the skills to start your own private coaching practice specialising in Metabolic Health & Nutrition. You can also choose to specialise in a number of areas such as a Diabetes Coach, Keto & Low Carb Coach, Fasting Coach, Weight Loss Coach or Nutrition Coach.

You will also go on a personal discovery of transformation and gain the knowledge and tools of how to live your best life, and the confidence to teach other people how they too can live their best lives.

Are there jobs for Metabolic Nutrition Coaches?

Yes. Metabolic Nutrition Coaches are employed in GP clinics, pharmacies, government organisations, hospitals, insurance companies, aged care, schools, corporate organisations, and more. Alternatively, you can start your own health coaching private practice specialising in nutrition and metabolic health.

What happens in the coaching skills labs?

The Certificate in Coaching Practice is where you will be taught by our coaching faculty in an online live and interactive setting. You’ll apply what you’re learning in a safe environment, honing your skills so you’ll feel confident when working with real patients or clients. Surrounding yourself with your fellow Health Coach students will inspire and encourage you. These interactive sessions are where you, as students, train and share your experiences together and are a really important part of the PREKURE Health Coaching training process.

As a Metabolic Nutrition Coach, who is your typical client?

It really depends on what your niche is going to be. It’s important to understand what your unique strengths are as a potential Metabolic Nutrition Coach. Then, you need to understand who your ideal target market would be. Some examples of typical clients are:

  • Diabetes sufferers looking for support to manage their type 2 diabetes
  • Middle-aged women going through perimenopause and struggling with weight, sleep, etc.
  • Middle-aged men looking to lose weight and get fit
  • Retired couples wanting to age well and stay off medication
  • Cancer survivors wanting to stay in remission and be as healthy as possible

The possibilities are really endless!

Can I do the training even if I don’t plan on practicing as a coach?

Yes! Many of our students go on a personal journey of discovery and transformation for themselves when studying to become a Health Coach. The coaching skills you learn can be included in your everyday life and in your current job – you don’t have to be a coach to utilise your coaching skills. You can email [email protected] if you’d like to have a chat with one of our graduates.

Is setting up my own business achievable?

Absolutely. We recommend that you start your business on a part-time basis then progress from there.

As part of your Short Course, PK106: Maximising Your Potential as a Health Coach, you’ll cover the basic principles of starting your own business as a Health Coach. You’ll delve into how to find your niche and get a wealth of knowledge from successful health business entrepreneurs Dr Ed Timings and Dr Louise Schofield.

How do I know if I will make a good Metabolic Nutrition Coach?

If you’re passionate about health and wellbeing, like 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 this Certification recognised internationally?

Yes, the Health Coach Program is approved by the Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA). We are also an approved training provider with the Canadian Health Coach Alliance. Our Master Holistic Health Coach Program is also approved by the UK & International Health Coaching Association (UKIHCA). 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 New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has evaluated the Certificate in Nutritional Science (Micro-credential) delivered by PREKURE and has assessed it to be equivalent to 21 credits (210 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 same as Level 5 on AQF.

Do I have to be a health or medical professional to become a Metabolic Nutrition Health Coach?

No. There are no prior learning requirements or prerequisites to enter this course. If you have a passion for health & wellbeing and to help others achieve their health goals this training is for you.

What if I am unhappy with the training?

If you are dissatisfied for any reason with your purchase, contact us within 30 days and we will give you a full refund, no questions asked.

How do I know this program is credible and contains correct information?

The Health Coach 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.

What ongoing support will I receive as a student?

All Health Coach students receive 12 months access to weekly live online coaching gyms and student support sessions.

This is your weekly space to:

  • Connect with the PREKURE team and your community of fellow students & 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.
  • Get all your questions answered by the PREKURE team.
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
  • Certificate in Nutritional Science

You will also become a PREKURE Certified Metabolic Nutrition Coach.

For continued use of the PREKURE Certified Health Coach brand mark, you must register with a Health Coach or other health professional body.

Do I get lifetime course access?

All PREKURE course content is available for 12 months from the date you enrol.

Graduates can retain ongoing access to their course material by joining the PREKURE Postgrad Network, an exclusive membership offering postgraduate professional support to PREKURE graduates. This includes access to updated content, resources and references as we continue to develop and re-release courses.

Is it too late to enrol?

No! You can enrol and start learning at any time during the year.

For your theory-based courses, you can start learning straight away, with online 24/7 access.

For your live coaching labs, these are scheduled at different times during the year.  You can view our start dates and schedules here.

Please contact [email protected] to secure a seat in our next intake. The class is limited to 30 students and can fill up quickly.

What support will I receive after graduating?

After graduation you are invited to join the PREKURE Postgrad Network, an exclusive membership offering postgraduate professional support to PREKURE graduates.

The PREKURE Network membership program has been designed for PREKURE graduates to build confidence in their coaching ability, to provide connection to the wider PREKURE community, to give a guide of the next steps post graduation, and to build courage to initiate sales conversations and build a sustainable income stream.

PREKURE Network Membership is an optional resource to continue learning & developing, and provides all the ongoing support, resources and tools Health Coach graduates need to thrive in their health and/or coaching careers.

What payment options are there?

You can either pay upfront in 1 payment, or take advantage of our 6 and 12 month payment plans.

6 month payment plan: Pay an additional 8% and split your payment into 6 monthly payments.

12 month payment plan: Pay an additional 8% and split your payment into 12 monthly payments.

Please note, that if you are on a payment plan you must have paid in full to be eligible to graduate.

How can I learn more about PREKURE's Nutrition & Metabolic Health Coach Program?

Come along to a free open night to learn more about the possibilities of becoming a Certified Metabolic Nutrition Coach. We hold these at various times throughout the year. Come along to learn what sets PREKURE’s training above the rest and get your questions answered in our AMA. You can register for our next live online open night session here.

You can also book a call with a PREKURE Health & Career Coach for a time that suits you.  We’d love to connect and understand where you are at and talk about what study options will suit you best.

Download a copy of our Health Coach Pathways Prospectus