Health and Wellness Promotion - Health and Wellness Coaching Option

Associate in Applied Science
Career Degree
Cost
$12,302*

Empower health and wellness in others

Guide others in mind, body, and spirit to reach their best self

Get a jump-start in your professional career with this associate in applied science in Health and Wellness Promotion, Health and Wellness Coaching focus. Your coursework teaches you the science and philosophy behind the pursuit of healthy living. With that knowledge, you coach individuals and groups on the importance of living their best life.

What can you do with a degree that focuses in Health & Wellness Coaching?

The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree with a focus in health and wellness coaching prepares you to start work as health and wellness coach, a group health and wellness coach, or continue your studies in health and wellness promotion-related fields.

NBHWC-Approved

The A.A.S. degree in health and wellness coaching is approved by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). After you graduate and meet other basic requirements, you can sit for the national board certification examination and earn status as a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). This board-level credential is offered through a partnership between the NBHWC and the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME).

Professional recognition

Successful completion of our programs prepares you to earn advanced credentials through the:

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Highlights

  • Stackable Credentials

    Earn and learn as you go with stackable credentials.

  • 100% Online

    Can be completed 100% online.

  • Financial Aid/Scholarships Available

    Based on need and/or achievement. Explore ways to pay for college.

  • Career Degree

    Earn an associate degree in 2 years and gain in-demand technical and job-ready skills.

  • Program Length: 2 Years

    Full-time students finish in 2 years.

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    CLC 120

    CLC 120 College Success Seminar

    Class Description

    This course is designed to teach students attitudes and skills valuable for college success. Topics may include: growth mindset, self-advocacy skills, college resources, college culture, financial literacy, and academic success strategies, such as study skills, time management, and goal setting. Throughout this course, students will develop skills necessary for promoting positive human relations in a diverse society.
         		2
    HWP 257

    HWP 257 Health and Wellness Practicum I

    Class Description

    This course will introduce students to the process of structured field observation. Opportunities will focus on careers in health and wellness promotion. Regular contact time with an instructor will also be provided.
         		1
    HWP 240

    HWP 240 Contemporary Health Issues

    Class Description

    This course is a survey of issues related to holistic health as they pertain to personal growth and quality of life. Emphasis is placed upon behavioral changes and strategies for lifetime wellness.
         		3
    KIN 242

    KIN 242 Philosophy of Coaching

    Class Description

    (Previously PED 242) This course is a study of the essential elements of coaching men and women and boys and girls. It emphasizes the development and analysis of various coaching styles and philosophies, development of individual and team objectives, methods of coaching organization, and various motivational techniques. As such, the course will serve to prepare the student for all aspects of coaching aside from the technical aspects of the particular sport.
         		3
    KIN 221

    KIN 221 Introduction to Physical Education

    Class Description

    (Previously PED 221) This course is an introduction to the professional field of physical education. An understanding of the role of physical education in the total education program. A study of the objectives of physical education with emphasis on physical fitness and social development.
         		3
    ENG 121

    ENG 121 English Composition I

    Class Description

    This course is designed to help students develop their competence in college-level writing and in the analysis of texts so they can enter the dialogue of the academic community. This course includes the analysis and practice of argument and the use of critical thinking to read, analyze, and produce college-level texts.
         		3
    • Course Code CLC 120
      Course Title

      CLC 120 College Success Seminar

      Class Description

      This course is designed to teach students attitudes and skills valuable for college success. Topics may include: growth mindset, self-advocacy skills, college resources, college culture, financial literacy, and academic success strategies, such as study skills, time management, and goal setting. Throughout this course, students will develop skills necessary for promoting positive human relations in a diverse society.
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HWP 257
      Course Title

      HWP 257 Health and Wellness Practicum I

      Class Description

      This course will introduce students to the process of structured field observation. Opportunities will focus on careers in health and wellness promotion. Regular contact time with an instructor will also be provided.
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HWP 240
      Course Title

      HWP 240 Contemporary Health Issues

      Class Description

      This course is a survey of issues related to holistic health as they pertain to personal growth and quality of life. Emphasis is placed upon behavioral changes and strategies for lifetime wellness.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code KIN 242
      Course Title

      KIN 242 Philosophy of Coaching

      Class Description

      (Previously PED 242) This course is a study of the essential elements of coaching men and women and boys and girls. It emphasizes the development and analysis of various coaching styles and philosophies, development of individual and team objectives, methods of coaching organization, and various motivational techniques. As such, the course will serve to prepare the student for all aspects of coaching aside from the technical aspects of the particular sport.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code KIN 221
      Course Title

      KIN 221 Introduction to Physical Education

      Class Description

      (Previously PED 221) This course is an introduction to the professional field of physical education. An understanding of the role of physical education in the total education program. A study of the objectives of physical education with emphasis on physical fitness and social development.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code ENG 121
      Course Title

      ENG 121 English Composition I

      Class Description

      This course is designed to help students develop their competence in college-level writing and in the analysis of texts so they can enter the dialogue of the academic community. This course includes the analysis and practice of argument and the use of critical thinking to read, analyze, and produce college-level texts.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    HWP 290

    HWP 290 Principles of Health and Wellness Coaching

    Class Description

    This course will explore the six dimensions of contemporary health as they specifically apply to the wellness coaching continuum. Theoretical coaching constructs will be introduced and practical application will be encouraged through a variety of class activities.
         		3
    HWP 260

    HWP 260 Sport and Exercise Nutrition

    Class Description

    This course will introduce students to the relationship between fundamental nutrition principles and sport and exercise science. The efficacy of performance-based dietary supplements and related ethical issues will also be explored.
         		3
    KIN 243

    KIN 243 Theory and Practice of Fitness

    Class Description

    (Previously PED 243) This course introduces students to basic scientific and applied concepts of fitness as well as provides regularly scheduled opportunities to develop their health and functional fitness capacities.
         		2
    KIN 228

    KIN 228 First Aid/CPR

    Class Description

    (Previously PED 228) This course is designed to prepare citizen responders with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to emergency and first-aid situations. First aid, CPR, and AED for adults, children, and infants are included in this course. Students will be eligible to take national certification exams upon successful completion of each respective content area.
         		2
    PSY 121

    PSY 121 Introduction to Psychology

    Class Description

    This course presents the basic concepts and theoretical perspectives for understanding psychology with an emphasis on cultural competence and social justice. It encompasses factors affecting human behavior and mental processes and includes, but is not limited to, the history of psychology, research methodology, the brain and behavior, learning, memory, cognition, language, intelligence, development, personality, abnormal psychology, therapy and social psychology.
         		3
    CMM 121

    CMM 121 Fundamentals of Speech

    Class Description

    For students interested in improving their oral communication competency. This course combines a theoretical basis with practical verbal and nonverbal skills to enhance public speaking effectiveness. Students learn how to develop, research, organize, adapt, deliver and critique messages.
         		3
    • Course Code HWP 290
      Course Title

      HWP 290 Principles of Health and Wellness Coaching

      Class Description

      This course will explore the six dimensions of contemporary health as they specifically apply to the wellness coaching continuum. Theoretical coaching constructs will be introduced and practical application will be encouraged through a variety of class activities.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HWP 260
      Course Title

      HWP 260 Sport and Exercise Nutrition

      Class Description

      This course will introduce students to the relationship between fundamental nutrition principles and sport and exercise science. The efficacy of performance-based dietary supplements and related ethical issues will also be explored.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code KIN 243
      Course Title

      KIN 243 Theory and Practice of Fitness

      Class Description

      (Previously PED 243) This course introduces students to basic scientific and applied concepts of fitness as well as provides regularly scheduled opportunities to develop their health and functional fitness capacities.
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code KIN 228
      Course Title

      KIN 228 First Aid/CPR

      Class Description

      (Previously PED 228) This course is designed to prepare citizen responders with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to emergency and first-aid situations. First aid, CPR, and AED for adults, children, and infants are included in this course. Students will be eligible to take national certification exams upon successful completion of each respective content area.
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code PSY 121
      Course Title

      PSY 121 Introduction to Psychology

      Class Description

      This course presents the basic concepts and theoretical perspectives for understanding psychology with an emphasis on cultural competence and social justice. It encompasses factors affecting human behavior and mental processes and includes, but is not limited to, the history of psychology, research methodology, the brain and behavior, learning, memory, cognition, language, intelligence, development, personality, abnormal psychology, therapy and social psychology.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CMM 121
      Course Title

      CMM 121 Fundamentals of Speech

      Class Description

      For students interested in improving their oral communication competency. This course combines a theoretical basis with practical verbal and nonverbal skills to enhance public speaking effectiveness. Students learn how to develop, research, organize, adapt, deliver and critique messages.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    HWP 280

    HWP 280 Introduction to Complementary and Integrative Health Care

    Class Description

    This course provides an introduction to the theoretical and applied evidence-bases for complementary and integrative health and medical practices. Students will explore the etiology, scope-of-practice, and efficacy of natural products, mind and body practices, and other complementary health approaches. This course is well-suited for aspiring and current health care professionals as well as transfer students interested in their personal health and well-being.
         		3
    HWP 292

    HWP 292 Group Facilitation for Health and Wellness Professionals

    Class Description

    This highly interactive course will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to facilitate health and wellness services for groups. Emphasis will be placed on the delivery of health and wellness coaching, health education, wellness program implementation, and fitness services. Attention will be given to synchronous in-person and remote delivery methods. General topics include health and wellness specific group dynamics, session structure, participant management, smart goal setting, and encouraging engagement.
         		1
    HWP 295

    HWP 295 Professional Essentials for Health and Wellness Practitioners

    Class Description

    The rapidly growing field of preventive health and wellness has resulted in the creation of numerous career and professional opportunities. These include health and wellness coaching, personal and group fitness training, community health education, and health promotion programming. This course goes beyond the required traditional knowledge and skills and focuses on industry-specific professional essentials including; business acumen, interpersonal communication, and ethics and legal considerations.
         		3
    HWP 258

    HWP 258 Health and Wellness Practicum II

    Class Description

    This course will introduce students to supervised competency- based practice in health and wellness. This on-the-job training in the greater Lake County area provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate acquired skills and knowledge and to continue to develop as a professional. Included will be group seminar sessions with other students and regular meetings with the CLC instructor/ supervisor.
         		1
    CMM 128

    CMM 128 Interviewing Practices

    Class Description

    Techniques and skills to improve fluency, accuracy, and persuasiveness in one-to-one communication. Covers all types of interviewing and process of dyadic communication.
         		3
    BIO 111

    BIO 111 Human Form and Function

    Class Description

    This course is intended to provide students with a preliminary introduction to human anatomy and physiology. It is designed to prepare students requiring only a technical level of familiarity with human anatomy, providing the background required for fields such as Surgical Technology and Emergency Medical Technology -- Paramedic.
         		4
    • Course Code HWP 280
      Course Title

      HWP 280 Introduction to Complementary and Integrative Health Care

      Class Description

      This course provides an introduction to the theoretical and applied evidence-bases for complementary and integrative health and medical practices. Students will explore the etiology, scope-of-practice, and efficacy of natural products, mind and body practices, and other complementary health approaches. This course is well-suited for aspiring and current health care professionals as well as transfer students interested in their personal health and well-being.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HWP 292
      Course Title

      HWP 292 Group Facilitation for Health and Wellness Professionals

      Class Description

      This highly interactive course will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to facilitate health and wellness services for groups. Emphasis will be placed on the delivery of health and wellness coaching, health education, wellness program implementation, and fitness services. Attention will be given to synchronous in-person and remote delivery methods. General topics include health and wellness specific group dynamics, session structure, participant management, smart goal setting, and encouraging engagement.
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HWP 295
      Course Title

      HWP 295 Professional Essentials for Health and Wellness Practitioners

      Class Description

      The rapidly growing field of preventive health and wellness has resulted in the creation of numerous career and professional opportunities. These include health and wellness coaching, personal and group fitness training, community health education, and health promotion programming. This course goes beyond the required traditional knowledge and skills and focuses on industry-specific professional essentials including; business acumen, interpersonal communication, and ethics and legal considerations.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HWP 258
      Course Title

      HWP 258 Health and Wellness Practicum II

      Class Description

      This course will introduce students to supervised competency- based practice in health and wellness. This on-the-job training in the greater Lake County area provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate acquired skills and knowledge and to continue to develop as a professional. Included will be group seminar sessions with other students and regular meetings with the CLC instructor/ supervisor.
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CMM 128
      Course Title

      CMM 128 Interviewing Practices

      Class Description

      Techniques and skills to improve fluency, accuracy, and persuasiveness in one-to-one communication. Covers all types of interviewing and process of dyadic communication.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code BIO 111
      Course Title

      BIO 111 Human Form and Function

      Class Description

      This course is intended to provide students with a preliminary introduction to human anatomy and physiology. It is designed to prepare students requiring only a technical level of familiarity with human anatomy, providing the background required for fields such as Surgical Technology and Emergency Medical Technology -- Paramedic.
      Credits 4
      Course Highlights

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    KIN 250

    KIN 250 Introduction to the Rehabilitation Aide

    Class Description

    This course introduces students to the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities required to work as a physical or occupational therapy aide. Topics include terminology, patient care and communication, evidence-based modalities, therapeutic exercise, and facility operations.
         		3
    PHI 121

    PHI 121 Introduction to Philosophy

    Class Description

    This course discusses the ideas of major philosophers concerning questions of human knowledge, moral values, political and social philosophy, and identity. Students are encouraged to think through their own theories about these important topics. Students explore philosophical issues focused on human identity, human nature, and the human condition at the intersections of contemporary social issues.
         		3
    HIT 111

    HIT 111 Medical Terminology

    Class Description

    This course introduces students to medical terminology used in the healthcare field. Emphasis is on word construction using prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Definitions, spelling, pronunciation, and abbreviations are also included.
         		3
    CMM 127

    CMM 127 Intercultural Communication

    Class Description

    This course will examine the complex relationships between communication and culture by using social, psychological, interpretive and critical perspectives. Additionally, this course will allow one to consider the role that communication has in creating, maintaining, or challenging cultural assumptions, norms, rules and power structures and will also encourage one to consider the importance of social, historical, and cultural contexts in intercultural interactions. Students of CMM127 will explore how diverse underlying cultural orientations and patterns influence communication within and between cultures and will learn to evaluate their own and other's communicative behaviors from a culturally sensitive perspective. Throughout the semester, students will build communication skills with a particular emphasis on bridging cultural barriers through in class and out of class activities. Theoretical and practical aspects of intercultural communication will be addressed with a focus on building culturally competent communication skills.
         		3
    ANT 121

    ANT 121 Introduction to Anthropology

    Class Description

    This course is an introduction to the nature of humans and their development and relationship to the physical, social, and cultural environments both past and present. This course surveys the major fields of anthropology: physical anthropology, ethnology, linguistics, and archaeology, with an emphasis on non-Western cultures and underrepresented groups.
         		3
    HWP 160

    HWP 160 Yoga I

    Class Description

    (Previously PED 160) This activity course introduces students to the art and science of yoga. Emphasis is placed on basic yoga postures (asanas) and accompanying breathing techniques commonly found in Hatha Yoga and other styles. Students will experience many benefits including enhanced muscle tone, flexibility, and relaxation for the body and mind. HWP 160 and KIN 160 are cross-listed.
         		1
    • Course Code KIN 250
      Course Title

      KIN 250 Introduction to the Rehabilitation Aide

      Class Description

      This course introduces students to the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities required to work as a physical or occupational therapy aide. Topics include terminology, patient care and communication, evidence-based modalities, therapeutic exercise, and facility operations.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code PHI 121
      Course Title

      PHI 121 Introduction to Philosophy

      Class Description

      This course discusses the ideas of major philosophers concerning questions of human knowledge, moral values, political and social philosophy, and identity. Students are encouraged to think through their own theories about these important topics. Students explore philosophical issues focused on human identity, human nature, and the human condition at the intersections of contemporary social issues.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HIT 111
      Course Title

      HIT 111 Medical Terminology

      Class Description

      This course introduces students to medical terminology used in the healthcare field. Emphasis is on word construction using prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Definitions, spelling, pronunciation, and abbreviations are also included.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CMM 127
      Course Title

      CMM 127 Intercultural Communication

      Class Description

      This course will examine the complex relationships between communication and culture by using social, psychological, interpretive and critical perspectives. Additionally, this course will allow one to consider the role that communication has in creating, maintaining, or challenging cultural assumptions, norms, rules and power structures and will also encourage one to consider the importance of social, historical, and cultural contexts in intercultural interactions. Students of CMM127 will explore how diverse underlying cultural orientations and patterns influence communication within and between cultures and will learn to evaluate their own and other's communicative behaviors from a culturally sensitive perspective. Throughout the semester, students will build communication skills with a particular emphasis on bridging cultural barriers through in class and out of class activities. Theoretical and practical aspects of intercultural communication will be addressed with a focus on building culturally competent communication skills.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code ANT 121
      Course Title

      ANT 121 Introduction to Anthropology

      Class Description

      This course is an introduction to the nature of humans and their development and relationship to the physical, social, and cultural environments both past and present. This course surveys the major fields of anthropology: physical anthropology, ethnology, linguistics, and archaeology, with an emphasis on non-Western cultures and underrepresented groups.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code HWP 160
      Course Title

      HWP 160 Yoga I

      Class Description

      (Previously PED 160) This activity course introduces students to the art and science of yoga. Emphasis is placed on basic yoga postures (asanas) and accompanying breathing techniques commonly found in Hatha Yoga and other styles. Students will experience many benefits including enhanced muscle tone, flexibility, and relaxation for the body and mind. HWP 160 and KIN 160 are cross-listed.
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights

Total Credit Hours

62

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