Not all Health & Wellness coaches are equal. There are many different modalities coaches can focus on and create as their niche. Without any type of nationally recognized certification, just about anyone can claim to be a Health & Wellness Coach. Thankfully, NCCHWC has worked hard to create a level of standard in the industry. Beginning Jan 2017, individuals will be required to pass a national certification to use the designation CHWC (certified health & wellness coach).
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http://www.ncchwc.org//www/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/5-25-2016-NCCHWC-NBME-Press-Release-May-25.pdf