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Become a National Board Certified
Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC):
Application Steps

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Upcoming Exam Dates

Application PeriodExam Period
Spring 2024 ExamDecember 4, 2023 – January 17, 2024*March 11 – 29, 2024
Summer 2024 Exam  April 22 – May 16, 2024*July 10 – 26, 2024
Fall 2024 ExamAugust 12 – September 12, 2024*November 4 – 21, 2024

Exam Fee – $400
Application Fee** – $100

*Application periods close at 5 PM EST.

*All application documents must be submitted by the close of the application period.  Incomplete applications will be denied.

**Application Fee is non-refundable or transferable.

To apply for the exam:

  • Download the Application Packet below
  • Click “Apply Now” to create your myNBME account and pay exam fees – please note this will take you to an external website 
  • Complete the NBHWC Application Packet – linked below
  • Upload your documents
    • There are three (3) documents that need to be uploaded
      • Proof of program completion – please verify program eligibility directly with the program you completed
      • NBHWC Coaching Log
      • NBHWC Education Attestation Form OR Work Experience Document
    • Please view the “How To” videos for step by step instructions on uploading documents

*Application fees are non-refundable (NBHWC Fee Policy).  Please verify you meet all eligibility requirements prior to applying.

*NBHWC is committed to providing test accommodations to examinees with documented disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that would effect their ability to take this exam.  If you are requesting test accommodations, the deadline for submitting supporting documents is the last day of the application period. Click here for more on test accommodations.

For Post-9/11 GI Bill Exam Reimbursement information, click here.

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