Health and Wellness Coaching in Cancer
With 1 in 2 people in Australia being affected by Cancer directly or indirectly, there is no doubt current and future clients will at some point be touched by this disease. This course will give you a thorough grounding in the knowledge that a Health and Wellness Coach may need to support a person who has or is recovering from cancer and explain how a Health Coach can be such a valuable addition to the supportive care teams already working in this space.
Health and Wellness Coaching in Cancer
Study Method
Self Guided, online program
Start Date
Enrol and start anytime
Student Suitability
No pre-requisites
Course Fee
$395
As awareness grows around the importance of taking proactive steps for better health, many cancer patients in post treatment recovery are turning to Health and Wellness Coaches for the personalised support and tools they need to thrive.
Health and Wellness Coaching has a valuable place in supporting people who have cancer and who have survived cancer. It serves as a complementary approach to traditional medical care, helping individuals manage their wellbeing during and after cancer treatment.
Health and Wellness Coaching in Cancer provides a comprehensive knowledge base that is essential for anyone supporting clients or loved ones to help them understand many aspects of the disease and the care that needs to be provided.
The course covers a broad introduction to the global position and gives valuable information about prevention, treatments and the current situation regarding supportive care and where health and wellness coaching can fit in the multidisciplinary team.
There is a growing focus on wellness within cancer care in Australia and worldwide and this reflects the broader trend of integrating health and wellness coaching into oncology, aiming to empower patients with the tools to manage their health more proactively.
Who this course is for:
- Graduate coaches or coaches-in-training who are wanting to increase their awareness and be armed with the practical tools to support people in the post cancer recovery health journey.
- Anyone who is supporting someone through Cancer treatment and recovery and is seeking a course that provides them with a broad knowledge base and ways in which a coaching support approach can help.
This course will give you a broad understanding of the following areas:
- The incidence and prevalence of cancer in Australia and overseas
- Gain awareness of initiatives underway and groups at greater risk of poor outcomes internationally
- Understand primary and secondary prevention measures including screening programmes and the role of health and wellness coaching in helping cancer from recurring
- Become familiar with the complexity and diversity of cancer treatment and the many different types of cancer
- Understand the possible side effects of traditional treatment and how new targeted therapies are revolutionising treatment protocols with Australia leading the way in several areas
- Gain insight into the need for supportive care as a person-centred approach and recognise the psychosocial impact of cancer on an individual and how a health and wellness coach can assist
- Become cognisant of what the traditional multidisciplinary team consists of and how this is potentially changing to include health and wellness coaches
- Gain an overview of current research being conducted around the use of health and wellness coaching in the cancer space and be encouraged to consider future research projects
Foreword from Dr Tabitha Healy
Retired Medical Oncologist, Board Member HCANZA, Executive and Personal Health Coach
“A cancer diagnosis is often overwhelming and navigating the health care space can be all consuming. Whilst medical teams are dedicated to prescribing and supervising the treatment needed, a lack of time and resources may prevent them from tailoring this to the individual’s priorities, understanding and environment. A Health Coach who has up-skilled in Cancer Coaching can support patients in understanding the process and in implementing lifestyle modifications that can assist with treatment and beyond. When unwell, so much is out of your control but an accredited Health Coach can assist patients to take back control of their mindset, wellbeing and health goals.”
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Claire Kelly
Course Co-Author
Oncology Nurse and Health and Wellness Coach
Claire has an extensive range of skills, knowledge and qualifications acquired over 35 years working in a diverse range of nursing and health service management roles. Her professional achievements have led to an unrivalled portfolio of expertise in developing, planning, and delivering high quality models of supportive care, program development, health education, and clinical research.
In previous years Claire was appointed to the first Cancer Network Nurse Director position in the UK and was named in the Royal College of Nursing Top 10 UK Cancer Nurses. Claire is also proud to have been one of 3 founder members of the widely acclaimed professional body UKONS (United Kingdom Oncology Nursing Society). Claire has also led and published a range of clinical research programs focused on the application of translating evidence into practice to directly benefit patient outcomes.
In addition to her expertise in cancer, Claire has a Master of Public Health and has completed a range of certifications in the field of Menopause Health. Her current portfolio includes working as a Nurse Educator, Health Consultant and Health Coach, specialising in both Cancer Wellness and Menopause Health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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You have 12 weeks from time of enrolling to have completed all the course sections including the online quiz for each section
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