HEA 231 - Health Coach

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Explore techniques and skills needed to motivate, encourage and inspire individuals to make healthy living an integral part of their lifestyle. Intended for fitness, wellness, health care, human resources and allied health professionals who want to make a positive impact in the way their clients/patients live. Topics include fitness, screening and assessment, program design and implementation, nutrition, behavior modification, legal/ethical responsibilities and research that reflects up-to-date information in vastly changing fields.

Note: Successful completion of the course prepares students, in part, to sit for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Health Coach Examination. Fees for the ACE exam will be the responsibility of the student. Typically offered at MC; fall, spring, and summer terms.