National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching

There are many National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches (NBC-HWCs) who have expressed an interest in working with schools to improve the health & wellness of children and teachers. Based on that interest, we thought you’d find this resource interesting (even though it’s a few years old). It’s loaded with helpful information. https://healthyschoolscampaign.org//NACDD_SIP_Guide_2016.p

Have you completed an NBHWC-APPROVED TRANSITION PHASE program? If yes, and you’d like to sit for the exam to become National Board Certified, be sure to register for the October exam. This will be the last opportunity for graduates from transition phase programs (that met the standards in 2015) to sit for the exam. To register for the exam visit: https://www.mynbme.org/s/login/. If you have questions please email [email protected]. This application window closes July 30 at 5 PM Eastern Time.

We are so grateful to Julie Elledge from Mentor Agility and Kwame Scruggs for the amazing Quarterly Connect yesterday. The focus of the hour was on using myth & story telling in coaching. It was a captivating hour and we're very thankful for their time!

Did you know that the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, an NBHWC-approved program has dedicated June 16 to Health Coaches around the world who are working every day to improve health and happiness. In honor of this they are hosting longtime congressional wellness advocate, Tim Ryan at a virtual speaking engagement tonight. If you'd like to attend the event this evening please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_-9-5DbUqRnG2JuYZHDMLFQ.

It’s good to see that health coaches are helping out Amazon employees!

Great read and resources! Do you have a favorite from this list?

A good weekend read for health & wellness coaches and their clients who end up sitting a lot because of their job.

Congratulations to Noom, an NBHWC-approved program, and a shoutout to all of the NBC-HWCs who work at Noom!

Great to read this, but it would have been nice to see the NBHWC and the standards mentioned. Coach Meg provided a great comment about the NBHWC in response to the article, and our Executive Director is reaching out to the author. What are your thoughts about this piece? https://www.nytimes.com//w/live/health-coach-benefits.html

Did you know there are over 5,000 health & wellness coaches who hold the esteemed NBC-HWC credential provided in partnership with the National Board of Medical Examiners?To learn more visit www.NBHWC.org.

Here’s a great Sunday read. What matters to you?

Do you have a favorite health & wellness related website? Let’s share and learn.Do you have a favorite health & wellness related website? Let’s share and learn.

A great article about health coaching authored by Sybil Sanchez Kessler, MIA. https://chronicallywell.medium.com/health-coaching-is-innov

Excellent news from IIN regarding scholarships! https://www.prnewswire.com//institute-for-integrative-nutr

We are thrilled to see this article today in the Washington Post. The article addresses the role of health & wellness coaches, and also mentions the board certification and the national directory. Excellent information for anyone who wants to learn more about the role of health & wellness coaches!

If you’re considering becoming a health & wellness coach, take a look at this information provided by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, an NBHWC approved program. (Please note: if you are considering the board certification to become an NBC-HWC, and are a graduate of INN, please contact IIN for exam prerequisite information.)

Health & wellness coaches are educated about many different topics including motivation. If you’d like to learn more about motivation, review this article that takes a look at intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. https://www.healthline.com/health/intrinsic-motivation What motivates you?

Is your glass half empty of half full? How do you work with coaching clients who tend to be pessimistic? Is it easier for you to work with clients who are optimistic? It would be great to hear your perspective.

We love it when we come across articles that quote National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches! This article that includes information from Jessica Matthews, PhD, NBC-HWC, is to the point and provides solid information for people who are wondering if they should incorporate more movement into their lives. Way to go Jessica!

We are excited to see the article today in the The San Diego Union-Tribune about health & wellness coaching. Our executive director, Leigh-Ann Webster was quoted and the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching was also mentioned as were other National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches. Exciting times for our indistry! http://origin.misc.pagesuite.com//579efdce-3958-4274-a89c-

As many of you are preparing to sit for the next board certification exam this February, we thought it would be helpful to post a link for the NBHWC Content Outline. This outline is a very helpful tool to help you prepare for the exam. We wish you the best as you prepare during this time! Content Outline: https://nbhwc.org/resources-for-coaches/.

A great read by Michael Arloski Ph D founder of Real Balance Global Wellness Services, llc about listening to what your client is really saying. "What is it that allows masterful coaches to become aware of things that most people miss in a conversation? How do they tune in to their client in such a way that the coaching conversation becomes rich, productive and even enlightening?"

It’s great to read that Lyra and Starbucks are working together to provide coaching for employees! https://hitconsultant.net//starbucks-lyra-health-mental-/

Today we are featuring Tyler Anderson, NBC-HWC. Tyler is a graduate of Kresser Institute and is a health coach at Virta Health. Tyler was inspired to become a health coach because he wanted to have a career that allowed him to share his growth-oriented mindset and passion for nutrition and overall wellness. He also enjoys seeing people transform their lives for the better on a daily basis. We are proud to have an NBC-HWC community of such inspiring health & wellness coaches! Thank you for all you do Tyler.

Lately there have been a lot of questions from health & wellness coaches who are seeking information about CPT codes for health & wellness coaching. Category III codes became available on January 1, 2020 (1 year ago) and we are working on obtaining Category I codes for the future (reimbursable codes). If you are a health & wellness coach who would like to learn more, please read the press release below that we distributed last year. (If you are a new NBC-HWC we will review this information in our Q & A session with you on January 20.) https://www.24-7pressrelease.com//american-medical-associa.

In terms of your health & wellness coaching practice, what are you planning to achieve in 2021?In terms of your health & wellness coaching practice, what are you planning to achieve in 2021?

We are hosting a Q & A in January! This online event will provide helpful information for health & wellness coaches who would like to learn more about the NBHWC and how to become National Board Certified. When: Jan 14, 2021 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting:... https://us02web.zoom.us//tZcoduGtqj8pHtP9sL5gcrVXxyUankFna After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Mental health, community and home cooking...what else do you foresee as health trends in 2021?

We love the message in this post by NBHWC Board Member, Dr. Jessica Matthews.

A fun fall recipe from the Blue Zones. Have a great Sunday!

Interesting research around the health behaviors of married couples and domestic partners. As a health & wellness coach, do you find that your client's success is influenced by the people they live with? https://jamanetwork.com//jamanetworko/fullarticle/2772161

Are you the founder or a faculty member of a health & wellness coach training program that is interested in becoming NBHWC-approved? Download our Self Study Guide found here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com//sto7/Selfstudyrequest. Approved programs meet a training, education and assessment standard allowing for their program graduates to become National Board Certified.

This interview is from 2017, but it still holds relevance as it touches upon how a wellness coach can stretch your mind. https://www.cnn.com//03/health/sw-wellness-coach/index.html

Are you a part of the NBHWC mailing list? If not, register here so you can receive the latest news and updates. https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin

This is a quick and interesting read. Notice how often the word "wellness" is shared. Do you work for an organization that embodies and encourages wellness among the employees?

The National Wellness Institute has created a dynamic event titled "Health & Wellness Coaching in a New Era." Speakers include leaders in the health & wellness coaching community as well as the NBHWC's Executive Director, Leigh-Ann Webster. This event takes place Thursday, November 12 from 11 - 3:30 Central Time and is worth 4 CEs for NBC-HWCs. To register visit: https://nationalwellness.org/education/coaching-workshop/.

The NBHWC extends a huge thank you to all of the health & wellness coaches who applied for the February exam. We had more than 1,200 applicants! Our team is processing applications as quickly as possible, and will reach out to you with any questions they have and your exam scheduling permit. We look forward to having you join our community of NBC-HWCs that is 3,100+ strong!

This is an inspiring read about gratitude: Why gratitude is good for us and five ways to practise it this winter. Do your clients spend time focusing on gratitude? Do they keep a gratitude journal?

If you are a practicing health & wellness coach, what advice would you give to someone who is just entering the profession?

Helpful information to take advantage of the time change. Hint: This requires getting outside earlier.

The application window for the February 2021 exam is now closed. The next application window opens May 1, 2021.The application window for the February 2021 exam is now closed. The next application window opens May 1, 2021.