NBHWC Handbooks

Program Approval Handbook

The Program Approval Handbook provides comprehensive guidance for organizations seeking NBHWC Approval for health and wellness coach training and education programs. This resource is designed to help applicants navigate each step confidently, ensuring their training programs align with the core competencies and ethics of health and wellness coaching.

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Continuing Education

The Continuing Education Handbook serves as a valuable resource for organizations aiming to offer NBHWC Approved Continuing Education for National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coaches (NBC-HWCs). It outlines the requirements for Approved Continuing Education as well as provides numerous resources for the application process. NBHWC Approved CE supports the ongoing growth, ethics, and competencies essential to the coaching profession while fostering excellence in lifelong learning.

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Recertification Handbook

The Recertification Handbook is an essential guide for board-certified health and wellness coaches to maintain their credentials with NBHWC. This handbook outlines the steps and requirements for recertification, including continuing education and professional practice standards, to support coaches in sustaining the highest level of expertise and ethical practice. It ensures that certified coaches remain current in the field, committed to excellence, and prepared to meet evolving industry standards.

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