General FAQs
CAN ANYONE DO YOUR COURSES?
They sure can! No matter where you are located, or your professional background. All you need is access to a computer and internet.
There are no pre-requisites. All our programs are designed to account for all levels of training and previous experience. We write each subject so it takes you from foundation knowledge and then dives deeper, with every subject you are provided with optional addition readings, videos and resources so you can take your learning as far as you wish, we one of the few truly learner-led colleges.
You can study any of our coaching programs from anywhere in the world. All our programs hold international approval so you can confidently and safely practice no matter where you live in the world.
There are no pre-requisites. All our programs are designed to account for all levels of training and previous experience. We write each subject so it takes you from foundation knowledge and then dives deeper, with every subject you are provided with optional addition readings, videos and resources so you can take your learning as far as you wish, we one of the few truly learner-led colleges.
You can study any of our coaching programs from anywhere in the world. All our programs hold international approval so you can confidently and safely practice no matter where you live in the world.
Im in the UK, will the time difference have an impact ON my studies?
We pay special attention to all time zones and support is available through many ways. Support is always available, being an international college we have extended business hours where anyone from any time zone can reach out to us. We provide various ways to do this, through WhatsApp groups and messages, Livechat, email, regular online free live classes and the learning system, for example.
WHEN CAN I START?
All our *programs and single subject courses can be commenced immediately. Our courses are non-expiring, and completely self-paced online courses - you decide when you start and when you finish.
*The Certified Coaching Professional Program is the only course that has enrolment dates - see here for more information
*The Certified Coaching Professional Program is the only course that has enrolment dates - see here for more information
HOW MUCH DO THE COACHING PROGRAMS COST?
Our coaching programs start from as little as $1,000 Australian (you can pay in your currency at the checkout). We believe ethical business practice is essential in our current climate so you get to choose if you pay subject-by-subject spreading out your study and fees to suit you (subjects do not expire). Or we offer an awesome upfront bundle discount on all programs which includes a free additional elective valued at $350, coaching took kits, business webinars and more.
ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS?
Unlike many other providers there are no additional fees, we pride ourselves on being entirely focused on supporting our students every step of the way. When researching colleges we recommend you inquire about late submission fees, deferral fees, transfer of subject fees and so on. Some providers charge substantial fees despite your circumstances to change any aspect of your training.
HOW DO THE DUAL AND TRIPLE QUALIFICATIONS WORK?
Here's some examples of how the dual and triple qualifications work:
Dual Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Women's Health Coach
Lela wants to be a Certified Women's Health Coach but its important to her to also have a diploma so she is doing the Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching as her major with a minor in Women's Health Coaching. She has enrolled into the diploma program and when she comes to her electives (of which she is required to complete three in total) she will choose the Women's Health and Hormones elective and the Gut and Microbiome elective, these two subjects cover the only two subjects that the diploma doesn't specific that are in the Women's Health Coaching program. When ready she will select her third from the approved diploma electives. Upon completion of the eight diploma subjects and the two specified electives Lela will hold both a Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Women's Health Coach. There is no additional costs, Lela will have paid for the diploma and there won't have been any other costs.
How to enrol into this option: You'll see this option detailed at C. in the store here. You don't need to add both programs as we have already set this up on the store. You can choose to start with just a single subject or the bundle shown in the link.
Dual Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Holistic Wellness Coach
Vanessa wants to be a Holistic Wellness Coach but also wants to to have an NHS accredited course under her belt. In this case Vanessa would enroll in the Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching as this is an accredited course by the NHS and also the Certified Holistic Wellness Coaching program. Vanessa would work her way through the diploma program and would then complete two additional subjects that are not diploma subjects but are in the holistic program; Introduction to Holistic Wellness and Coaching Techniques for Flourishing Clients (at a reduced rate) to cover the holistic wellness subjects.
How to enrol into this option: You'll see this option detailed D. here at the bottom of the page. You don't need to add both programs as we have set this up for you. You can choose to start with just a single subject or the bundle shown in the link.
Triple qualification of Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Women's Health Coach and Certified Holistic Wellness Coach
Ana moves between the Europe and Australia wants to work broadly as a health coach but with women and is particularly interested in natural health and healing. Here Ana would enroll in the Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching as this is an accredited course by the NHS and she is also eligible to join HCANZA and ACCCPH International. Ana will work through the diploma, when she comes to her electives (of which she is required to complete three in total) she will choose the Women's Health and Hormone elective and the Gut and Microbiome elective, these two subjects cover the only two subjects that the diploma doesn't specific that are in the Women's Health Coaching program. To complete all three program Ana simply completes two additional subjects that are not diploma subjects but are in the holistic program; Introduction to Holistic Wellness and Coaching Techniques for Flourishing Clients (at a reduced rate) to cover the holistic wellness subjects. Much like the above dual program Ana has only had to add two subjects to her training.
How to enrol into this option: You'll see this option detailed here at E. in the store here. You don't need to add all programs as we have already set this up on the store.
Don't forget, you can start with just a single subject in any of our coaching programs and you have 30 days to decide to upgrade to a bundle to enjoy a whopping discount, an additional elective and lots of other goodies.
Dual Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Women's Health Coach
Lela wants to be a Certified Women's Health Coach but its important to her to also have a diploma so she is doing the Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching as her major with a minor in Women's Health Coaching. She has enrolled into the diploma program and when she comes to her electives (of which she is required to complete three in total) she will choose the Women's Health and Hormones elective and the Gut and Microbiome elective, these two subjects cover the only two subjects that the diploma doesn't specific that are in the Women's Health Coaching program. When ready she will select her third from the approved diploma electives. Upon completion of the eight diploma subjects and the two specified electives Lela will hold both a Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Women's Health Coach. There is no additional costs, Lela will have paid for the diploma and there won't have been any other costs.
How to enrol into this option: You'll see this option detailed at C. in the store here. You don't need to add both programs as we have already set this up on the store. You can choose to start with just a single subject or the bundle shown in the link.
Dual Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Holistic Wellness Coach
Vanessa wants to be a Holistic Wellness Coach but also wants to to have an NHS accredited course under her belt. In this case Vanessa would enroll in the Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching as this is an accredited course by the NHS and also the Certified Holistic Wellness Coaching program. Vanessa would work her way through the diploma program and would then complete two additional subjects that are not diploma subjects but are in the holistic program; Introduction to Holistic Wellness and Coaching Techniques for Flourishing Clients (at a reduced rate) to cover the holistic wellness subjects.
How to enrol into this option: You'll see this option detailed D. here at the bottom of the page. You don't need to add both programs as we have set this up for you. You can choose to start with just a single subject or the bundle shown in the link.
Triple qualification of Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching and Certified Women's Health Coach and Certified Holistic Wellness Coach
Ana moves between the Europe and Australia wants to work broadly as a health coach but with women and is particularly interested in natural health and healing. Here Ana would enroll in the Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching as this is an accredited course by the NHS and she is also eligible to join HCANZA and ACCCPH International. Ana will work through the diploma, when she comes to her electives (of which she is required to complete three in total) she will choose the Women's Health and Hormone elective and the Gut and Microbiome elective, these two subjects cover the only two subjects that the diploma doesn't specific that are in the Women's Health Coaching program. To complete all three program Ana simply completes two additional subjects that are not diploma subjects but are in the holistic program; Introduction to Holistic Wellness and Coaching Techniques for Flourishing Clients (at a reduced rate) to cover the holistic wellness subjects. Much like the above dual program Ana has only had to add two subjects to her training.
How to enrol into this option: You'll see this option detailed here at E. in the store here. You don't need to add all programs as we have already set this up on the store.
Don't forget, you can start with just a single subject in any of our coaching programs and you have 30 days to decide to upgrade to a bundle to enjoy a whopping discount, an additional elective and lots of other goodies.
what's the study format? what should i expect?
When you enrol and login to the learning system you will see your Coaching Program, and also your active unit or units of study on your dashboard. You'll open up your program to get acquainted with the course details, download your study planner, and book in your free 15 min new student orientation, it's a great chance to ask all of your burning questions.
Jumping into your first unit of study you can download your textbook, journal article reading, tools and templates. Work through the readings and activities, watch the videos and listen to audio books (selected subjects). Sign up for live classes in your time zone and enjoy meeting other students and our coaching instructors, you'll soon get to know others. Sign up for as many live classes as you choose, do them over, and enjoy your connection with others. Don't forget to chat with others on our private FB study group, you'll connect with other students for coaching soon after you start.
Join us in our regular live webinars on specialty topics like how to setup your Insta page, EFT, plant-based diets, gut health, non-diet approach in coaching, coach credentialing and much more. Check out one of the Graduate free live webinars on our YouTube here.
Study at your pace and when you are in the right head space. Once you have completed all the relevant activities you can check out your assessment! You can even take a quiz and test it out, then come back another time and do it over to get the grade you are happy with it. Our assessments are never timed, they are learning tools, not 'tests'. We are here for your learning.
As soon as you have completed your assessment your subject certificate opens automatically for you to download.
You'll then be ready to move on to your next unit, and so on until you're a fully fledged Coach!
Jumping into your first unit of study you can download your textbook, journal article reading, tools and templates. Work through the readings and activities, watch the videos and listen to audio books (selected subjects). Sign up for live classes in your time zone and enjoy meeting other students and our coaching instructors, you'll soon get to know others. Sign up for as many live classes as you choose, do them over, and enjoy your connection with others. Don't forget to chat with others on our private FB study group, you'll connect with other students for coaching soon after you start.
Join us in our regular live webinars on specialty topics like how to setup your Insta page, EFT, plant-based diets, gut health, non-diet approach in coaching, coach credentialing and much more. Check out one of the Graduate free live webinars on our YouTube here.
Study at your pace and when you are in the right head space. Once you have completed all the relevant activities you can check out your assessment! You can even take a quiz and test it out, then come back another time and do it over to get the grade you are happy with it. Our assessments are never timed, they are learning tools, not 'tests'. We are here for your learning.
As soon as you have completed your assessment your subject certificate opens automatically for you to download.
You'll then be ready to move on to your next unit, and so on until you're a fully fledged Coach!
WILL I GAIN TRAINING ON HOW TO COACH?
Every coaching program offers training on how to coach clients though a number of learning opportunities:
- Via your coaching subjects where you'll start out gently with peer coaching with someone at the same stage as you so you can grow your confidence. Next are tutorials where you'll learn techniques to be an effective coach. And, you'll undertake coaching with peers or people in your network using different styles so you can grow your coaching log and own unique style.
- Plus you'll enjoy participating in live classes in your time zone to continue your coaching growth. Learn how to run discovery sessions from a highly successful corporate coach, take case study classes, learn how to create flow in sessions and much more, and all in small groups of around six students.
- And, you can come along to the graduate and industry leaders webinars and learn how alumni grew their niche and what's happening in the industry.
WHAT IF ENGLISH IS NOT MY FIRST LANGUAGE?
We have students and coaches from all around the world and to make it easier to connect with others in your region we use the following:
- WhatsApp groups for students from particular countries such as Spain and Portugal to help you connect with others to do you coaching in your language and share study tips
- YouTube videos are commonly included in each subject so you can use the translation option
- The online coaching programs do not require you to be tested or observed live while coaching, instead we use small classes (usually 2-4 students) in mentoring classes where you can take your time and really engage without stress
- Our assessments are untimed so you can take your time to review the content, check words out and use translators as you go
- We are always on hand for you to ask any questions you might have
- Most of our quizzes you can take multiple times so you can get used to the wording and questions as well as gain a grade that truly reflects your knowledge
We will always do all we can to ensure you have a wonderful learning experience with us, because we believe you are making the world an even better place for us all.
- WhatsApp groups for students from particular countries such as Spain and Portugal to help you connect with others to do you coaching in your language and share study tips
- YouTube videos are commonly included in each subject so you can use the translation option
- The online coaching programs do not require you to be tested or observed live while coaching, instead we use small classes (usually 2-4 students) in mentoring classes where you can take your time and really engage without stress
- Our assessments are untimed so you can take your time to review the content, check words out and use translators as you go
- We are always on hand for you to ask any questions you might have
- Most of our quizzes you can take multiple times so you can get used to the wording and questions as well as gain a grade that truly reflects your knowledge
We will always do all we can to ensure you have a wonderful learning experience with us, because we believe you are making the world an even better place for us all.
How long does it take and how long do i have to study?
Our flexible, study at your own pace, coaching programs are designed so that if you study for around 4-5 hrs per week you will see yourself comfortably finished in around 14-18 months. You can boost through much quicker, we have had some coaches finish in just a few months, or take your time. It all depends on you! We're flexible on timelines.
The Certified Coaching Professional Program runs three times a year and to a set class schedule.
The Certified Coaching Professional Program runs three times a year and to a set class schedule.
are there assessments? can i fail?
Our philosophy is simple here, we want you to get the most from your learning and so we don't use essay or exam style assessing. This isn't school and you've invested in gaining a qualification that will allow you to do the things you love, so we'll help you get there.
Most assessment tasks are open-book, untimed, and with multiple attempts meaning you not only can to be confident you're answering correctly, you also have the opportunity to go back until you have a grade you are happy with! You can keep building your knowledge in this way so you have developed your understanding of the topic to the best of your ability. Don't forget, we are always here to help should you have any questions or concerns. We will always work with you, and provide feedback so that you can make your way through the course with ease.
Most assessment tasks are open-book, untimed, and with multiple attempts meaning you not only can to be confident you're answering correctly, you also have the opportunity to go back until you have a grade you are happy with! You can keep building your knowledge in this way so you have developed your understanding of the topic to the best of your ability. Don't forget, we are always here to help should you have any questions or concerns. We will always work with you, and provide feedback so that you can make your way through the course with ease.
is there study support?
Absolutely! In fact support is one of the things that differentiates us from pretty much all other major colleges, not only are our staff excited to support our coaches but our whole Well Collective are too. We truly are blessed to have the most amazing, authentic and compassionate community. We are all here for you, we believe in a better world for all, we are passionate about kindness, compassion, and natural and holistic health as our way to a truly progressive society.
CAN I GET AN EXEMPTION FOR PRIOR STUDY?
Yes, you are very welcome to apply for credit from prior studies. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) requires evidence of at least 80% successful completion of the learning outcomes of the subject/s you are seeking credit out of. Students can be RPL'd out of a maximum of two core units (electives can't be RPL'd).
We require documents that clearly show the learning outcomes from your training college that you have successfully completed so we can mark them off against ours. Alternatively, there is the option to sit the assessment task/s for the subject/s you are looking to credit out off.
RPL incurs a fee of $150 per subject. Please contact the office for more details.
We require documents that clearly show the learning outcomes from your training college that you have successfully completed so we can mark them off against ours. Alternatively, there is the option to sit the assessment task/s for the subject/s you are looking to credit out off.
RPL incurs a fee of $150 per subject. Please contact the office for more details.
WHAT FORMAT ARE THE COURSES DELIVERED IN?
That's a great question! Generally there are two main learning system formats in online learning:
a) Primarily video format (often drip-fed)
b) Text format with video inclusions
Well College Global is absolutely committed to health literacy, that is yours and your client's. We believe in order for you to gain health literacy in your chosen area of wellbeing so you are then able to support this occurrence in clients that a text with workbook is most effective. This format offers a better opportunity to deliver detailed and regularly updated content. Our texts are interspersed with activities (also available in a MS Word document so you can print or type into), videos and journal articles which are focused on taking the concept you've read and applying it in a real life situation. So you will always get a level of content that far exceeds most courses from us that is then dovetailed with visual and practical opportunities.
a) Primarily video format (often drip-fed)
b) Text format with video inclusions
Well College Global is absolutely committed to health literacy, that is yours and your client's. We believe in order for you to gain health literacy in your chosen area of wellbeing so you are then able to support this occurrence in clients that a text with workbook is most effective. This format offers a better opportunity to deliver detailed and regularly updated content. Our texts are interspersed with activities (also available in a MS Word document so you can print or type into), videos and journal articles which are focused on taking the concept you've read and applying it in a real life situation. So you will always get a level of content that far exceeds most courses from us that is then dovetailed with visual and practical opportunities.
what happens once i graduate?
When you graduate you will be well equipped to begin working with clients as a certified coach! You'll receive a certificate, and a Graduation pack where we walk you through next steps, like organising insurance and professional memberships and who your options are. Ongoing, we'd love for you to reach out if you need a hand, have any questions, or could use some support.
is there business coaching start up support?
100%. We provide you with easy access to user-friendly business coaching options so you are building your business as you study. We provide several layers of business training, one is within your program, another is through the supplementary live classes, you also have the option to access coaching with our graduates, and lastly via a graduation pack.
All programs have access to one of our Ready for Practice or Practicum units of study where you'll be learn how to onboard clients, use lead nurturing emails, take payments securely online, where to find clients, and how to build your business. You'll also have access to presentations you can brand and use as well as a wallet of professional templates including referral forms that you can brand for your use.
Live classes on how to find clients, how to run successful discovery sessions, buyers journey and lead nurturing, client avatars, imposter syndrome, Canva, podcasting, and common mistakes to avoid are all offered every month or so at different times to suite different time zones. These are private, small group sessions you can book into anytime and have ongoing access to even as a graduate.
Our health coaches also have access to our graduate Certified Coaching Professional coaches, a number of which work in business coaching for health coaches.
Your graduation pack covers off on the final details around membership options, insurance, business requirements and much more. Including understanding:
All programs have access to one of our Ready for Practice or Practicum units of study where you'll be learn how to onboard clients, use lead nurturing emails, take payments securely online, where to find clients, and how to build your business. You'll also have access to presentations you can brand and use as well as a wallet of professional templates including referral forms that you can brand for your use.
Live classes on how to find clients, how to run successful discovery sessions, buyers journey and lead nurturing, client avatars, imposter syndrome, Canva, podcasting, and common mistakes to avoid are all offered every month or so at different times to suite different time zones. These are private, small group sessions you can book into anytime and have ongoing access to even as a graduate.
Our health coaches also have access to our graduate Certified Coaching Professional coaches, a number of which work in business coaching for health coaches.
Your graduation pack covers off on the final details around membership options, insurance, business requirements and much more. Including understanding:
- Your Ideal Client: Defining your ideal client and creating your client avatar
- Your Niche and Point of Connection: Creating your client story, and making an authentic engagement with your people
- Confident Sales with a Strong Mantra: Selling with deep confidence and self-belief, creating your mantra and calling out the Imposter Syndrome
- Marketing and Messaging with Integrity
- Packaging with Intention; Creating your unique package and setting your pricing
- Finding your Tribe; Attracting clients via ethical hooks and fostering collaborations
- Additional Resources; Apps, websites, advertising with socials and Google, collaborations and more.
is theRE AN option to do a dual qualification?
Our programs have a beautiful overlap that uniquely enables our coaches to gain multiple qualifications with ease and no additional cost. For example, if you complete the Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coaching Program (NHC) which requires students to complete 3 electives, and would also like to hold the Women's Health & Wellness qualification, then taking Women's Health & Hormones unit, plus the Gut Health and Microbiome unit, and the Non-Diet Approach in Coaching unit (can be swapped for an alternative health elective) as your three electives you will have completed all of the requirements for both qualifications. You are then issued a both qualifications, Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coach AND Certified Women's Health Coach.
To take advantage of this when enrolling into your program simply add a note to the comments section that you're intending on doing the dual programs and we will take care of the rest.
To take advantage of this when enrolling into your program simply add a note to the comments section that you're intending on doing the dual programs and we will take care of the rest.
How do i gaiN THE women's health & wellness coach QUALIFICATION?
Our programs are highly flexible, if you start for example with the Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching, just by selecting two specific electives you will also have cover the content in the Women's Health Coaching Program. It doesn't matter which program you start with you will find you can add on other qualifications something with little to no additional subjects.
Coaches who have completed Certified Coaching Professional (CCP) and wish to add 'Women's Health Coach' should simply include the Health and Wellbeing units of the Level 5 Diploma in Coaching for Lifestyle and Wellbeing Management in the CCP enrolment area, you will complete the relevant subjects as part of this add-on. Contact the office if you need any assistance.
Coaches who have completed Certified Coaching Professional (CCP) and wish to add 'Women's Health Coach' should simply include the Health and Wellbeing units of the Level 5 Diploma in Coaching for Lifestyle and Wellbeing Management in the CCP enrolment area, you will complete the relevant subjects as part of this add-on. Contact the office if you need any assistance.
I ALREADY HAVE AN ICF LEVEL COACH QUALIFICATION. DO YOU OFFER HEALTH & WELLNESS
GAP TRAINING?
GAP TRAINING?
We sure do. That's awesome that you have completed an ICF or ICF equivalent coach training and we welcome you to join us in our gap training option. For less than $1,000 you can gain a degree-level Human Nutrition subject and your choice of detailed degree-level subjects from our extensive range of health and lifestyle options.
do you offer payment plans?
Again, we pride ourselves on our ethical payment options:
1. Pay-by-the subject to spread out your study and fees to suit you. Qualify as quickly as you wish.
2. Upfront Payment Bundles with additional bonus elective and a discount.
3. 21 day upgrade, enrol in your first subject and you have 21 days to upgrade to the value bundles.
Contact the office about 12 months payment plans.
1. Pay-by-the subject to spread out your study and fees to suit you. Qualify as quickly as you wish.
2. Upfront Payment Bundles with additional bonus elective and a discount.
3. 21 day upgrade, enrol in your first subject and you have 21 days to upgrade to the value bundles.
Contact the office about 12 months payment plans.
can i safely start coaching after completing these courses? AND IN ANY COUNTRY?
Absolutely! As soon as you finish we complete your graduation details and forward you access to the Grad Launcher Pack so you can gain discounted membership and insurance to practice safely. The International Institute of Complementary Therapists covers 38+ countries including all major regions.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE
CAN I STUDY THE SUBJECTS IN MY COACHING PROGRAM IN ANY ORDER?
Generally yes. In some cases you may need to do a pre-requisite subject, we list these on our site and in your student handbook. Otherwise you are free to move through in any order. You might start with the first subject listed and then jump to an elective to mix things up. We will happily guide you each step of the way.
WHAT IF I WANT TO DO A NUTRITION & HEALTH COACHING PROGRAM WITHOUT THE DIPLOMA?
No problem. You can enrol into the Nutrition & Health Coaching program without the diploma, you will be awarded the Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coaching qualification which is accredited by PCI UK and HCANZA. Contact the office for further details.
Short courses FAQ's
ARE THE COURSES ONLINE?
Yes, all of our course content is provided via a professional, user-friendly online learning system. You course includes your text, readings, videos, and extensive resources for you personally and professionally. Try one of our free courses to see how the learning system and get a taste for a content, Click here to sign up.
DO SHORT COURSES GIVE YOU A qualification?
Our single subjects are regularly used by health and exercise professionals for ongoing training. One their own they don't have enough hours to be a qualification. It's a little like doing one subject of a degree. However, most of our single subjects are subjects in our coaching qualifications and some even credit into nutrition or natural health degrees (Australia)! We are working pathways to counseling degrees and also higher learning in the UK.
do i get a certificate?
You most certainly do! For every unit you complete you will gain a certificate of completion.
can i go onto a qualification later?
Of course you can! These courses either allow to you to go onto our qualifications such as the Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coaching Program or some of the units allow you to pathway through a degrees at some Australia universities, we are working on a degree pathway in the UK.
how long do i have to complete a SUBJECT?
Each subject is timelines and open for as long as you need.
how many can i do?
You can complete as many single subjects as you would like. You will always have your account with us - once a student with Well College Global, always a student with Well College.
If you the subjects you do add up to a qualification we will award this to you also.
If you the subjects you do add up to a qualification we will award this to you also.
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