Health And Wellness Training Program

For Purpose-Driven People Ready to Stop Guessing and Start Coaching with Confidence

FOR ASPIRING WELLNESS COACHES READY TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE

Why Future Health & Wellness Coaches Are Choosing This Program (And How You Can Start Your Journey Today)

Apply Now For Immediate Access To Learn Practical Coaching Skills That Empower Change — With Real Support To Implement Them.

A Message for Those Feeling the Call to Support Others

Let’s be honest. You’ve always been the person friends and family turn to for advice. You have a deep desire to help others lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

But lately, you’ve been wondering: How can I turn this passion into a meaningful career?

You want to guide others toward lasting change — but in a structured, professional way.

Most programs are either too theoretical or lack practical application. And trying to figure it out on your own? Overwhelming.

That’s where we come in.

👋 Hi, I’m Fiona Cosgrove, Founder of Wellness Coaching Australia. Since 2006, we’ve been empowering individuals to become confident, certified wellness coaches — guiding others through real-life transformations while building fulfilling careers.

This journey isn’t just about gaining a certificate. It’s about becoming the coach you’re meant to be.

Introducing the WCA Health and Wellness Coach Training Program

Practical Skills. Personal Growth. Professional Pathways.

This course is comprised of 4 study units, providing a relevant blend of: – Foundation theory and practical skills in health and wellness Coaching including Coaching Psychology,

Behaviour Change, Goal Setting, Motivational Interviewing and Positive Psychology. – Health studies in Nutrition, Food choices and Gut Health, Physical activity and movement, Managing Stress and Supporting Mental Wellbeing.

Duration

Designed to be undertaken over 4 months, 5 hours study a week OR fast track as quickly as you like as it is 100% self-paced.
Commence at any time, with access to the first unit within 24 hours.

Delivery

Online, self-study course broken down into lessons for easy pacing.
Engaging video lessons, written material, and experiential activities.
Knowledge checks with quizzes at the end of each section.

What’s Inside the Program

Unit 1: Foundations of Health and Wellness Coaching (15 hours)

Introduction to evidence-based theories and models.
Learn foundational principles of coaching psychology.
Develop critical skills to connect, engage, and empower people to change.
Includes optional 3 ½ hour practical webinar.

Unit 2: The Art and Science of Mental Wellbeing (24 hours)

Learn the theory and tools to support mental wellbeing.
Explore stress, its effects on mind and body, and holistic approaches to resilience.
Build a comprehensive toolbox of practical strategies to help clients thrive.

Unit 3: Movement and Exercise for Living Well (20 hours)

Understand the role of physical activity in health and weight control.
Learn safe exercise guidelines for general and specific populations.
Support clients in creating realistic, sustainable movement plans.

Unit 4: Nutrition Essentials and Gut Health to Fuel Wellness (24 hours)

New unit in development — details to come.

Pathway to Professional Accreditation

If you wish to become a formally accredited Health and Wellness Coach, add on the Advanced Skills and Practice in Health and Wellness Coaching 16-week training unit.

On completion, you will attain the HCANZA and NBHWC approved qualification Professional Certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching, enabling you to gain professional credentials and professional insurance.

Fee: $1980 upfront or 4 monthly payments of $495.

16-week structured program with fortnightly modules.

Blended learning: self-study, live training webinars, peer-to-peer coaching, mentoring, and skills assessment.

Structured 8–10 hours/week study timetable.

Group intakes in February, June, and October.

Course Fees

Upfront Payment: $1685 (Save $295) — immediate access to all study units.
Payment Plan: 4 x monthly payments of $495 — access to one unit per month.

Add on the Advanced Skills unit: – Upfront $1980 OR 4 x monthly payments of $495.

Learn more about this exciting course from WCA Managing Director, Fiona Cosgrove

Meet Your Course Presenters and Contributors

Fiona Cosgrove

Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Counsellor and Exercise Scientist

Jason Nikakis

Exercise Scientist, Lecturer and Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach

Dr Jennifer Cartwright

PhD Physiotherapist, Health Coach and Researcher

Louisa Giampaolo

Clinical Nutritionist, Lecturer and Senior Medical Scientist

David Carroll

Naturopath, Health and Performance Coach

Betty Ramsay

Physiotherapist, Health Coach and University Researcher

Sarah Forbes

Nutritionist and Dietician

Brigid Walsh

Sports Scientist and Wellness Specialist

Leonie Leopold

Exercise Physiologist and Health & Wellness Coach

Dr R Anika Rouf

Nutritionist and Dietician

Jane Freeman

Clinical Dietician and Cancer & Gastrointestinal Specialist Dietitian

Jenny Keady

Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Trainer and Personal Trainer

Melanie White

Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Menopause Coach and Workplace Wellbeing Strategist

Sue Cosgrove

Nurse and Health and Wellness Coach

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Want to study in-person?
Join the next Intensive Residential
September 7-11, 2025
Gold Coast

Join us in September for our next Intensive Residential training program, to be held on the Gold Coast. Over 4.5 days we will be taking you through the coaching competency training units that within the Professional Certificate course, where you’ll immerse yourself in a hands-on, practical training program while fast tracking this section of your studies by 3 to 4 months.

Train alongside like-minded people and share in your experience with this small group training event. Our senior trainers will take you through a program of highly participatory lectures, rich with hands-on practical learning, coaching demonstrations, case studies, role play and real-time mentoring and feedback.

Professional Recognition and Insurance

Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand Association

This qualification is an approved training program course with our industry association: Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA) enabling you to apply for professional recognition and full membership. HCANZA is the leading industry association in our region that supports Health and Wellness Coaches, Primary Care Physicians and Allied Health professionals to connect, communicate and aspire to deliver on our collective vision of Co-Creating Universal Health and Wellness.

Pathway to National Board Certification with NBHWC (U.S)

The Professional Certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching is an approved training program with the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaches (NBHWC) giving students the eligibility to apply and sit the National Board Certification exam and become a “Board Certified” Health and Wellness Coach – the highest qualification internationally for the Health and Wellness Coaching field.

For more information visit the NBHWC website https://nbhwc.org/

International Institute for Complementary Therapists

Wellness Coaching Australia is an approved training provider with the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), where once you have received your full certification you can submit your application to gain membership and formal registration as a Wellness Coach. IICT is an independent membership body for the wellness industry whose course endorsement will allow you to apply for professional insurance under the service category of Wellness Coaching.

Ready to Transform Lives — Including Your Own?

If you’re ready to take the first step toward a fulfilling career in health and wellness coaching, apply now to join the WCA Health and Wellness Coach Training Program.

Don’t let another season pass you by wondering if you’re ready — you are. Your next chapter starts here.

Testimonials

When I first looked at enrolling into a course on coaching and wellness, I was drawn to the Professional Certificate course and Wellness Coaching Australia because above all, it offered a robust and evidence-based approach to coaching on health and wellbeing. The training content has credible backing in research, and it’s easy to gather from the study materials and the facilitation, that the program is well thought out and meticulously designed. There is coaching practice and feedback in abundance, and the course offers a safe space to trial, error, learn and grow. The frameworks and tools I learnt around coaching psychology, understanding stress and passion to profit are contents that I regularly reference as I set up my own coaching business, The Life Balance Movement, and I can’t wait to see where it goes!

Debanjali Sengupta

Even though I currently live in the UK at present so many of the courses that I looked at were American and they just did not meet my requirements or feel aligned with my values. Wellness Coaching Australia had a great course full of content and I found such a helpful team, right from the moment I made my initial enquiry. I loved so many aspects of the course, as the modules were really comprehensive and for me I found a great balance of information along with diverse ways of working - from small practical group sessions to individual project work. The additional modules were excellent and I personally got the most from the module on 'Understanding stress' - this was such a comprehensive section and so essential for meeting clients where they are. Stress is such a huge factor for most of my clients and so this was a great insight. I loved all of the support I got from all of the team and felt that I always had someone to help me either find information or get an answer. If you’re looking for a health coaching course, Wellness Coaching Australia would be my top recommendation for a good all round qualification along with helpful supportive staff and knowledgeable experienced tutors/trainers.

Helen Selby

“I recently completed studies with Wellness Coaching Australia, finishing with a Professional Certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching. As an allied health professional who works in the chronic disease management and prevention space, an understanding of human behaviour and coaching principles is imperative when working with clients. I completed my Level 1 & 2 wellness coaching course to enhance my skills and breadth of knowledge when working with such clients. Level 3 Professional Studies built upon this learning and provided an opportunity for practical applications through regular coaching circles. This course has opened my lens both personally and professionally, and has shifted my approach to practice. I am currently implementing coaching techniques within my work as an allied health professional and also plan to expand this further within my own business of wellness coaching. The course was fantastic and extremely valuable. Highly recommend”

Stephanie Aalders