Non-Diet Approach to Coaching
Connecting to food as nourishment for the
body, mind and soul
body, mind and soul
Break Free from Diet Culture: Embrace a Non-Diet Approach to Nourish Mind, Body, and Soul
Overview
We've dieted for too long! Despite diets failing some 95% of us, we have continued with this recipe for non-success. It's time to set aside punishing our selves with that which sustains and gives us life - food. Time to be free from guilt, restriction, and admonishment.
The non-diet approach aligns beautifully with coaching principles. As a client-first approach designed to support the self-determination process coaching is a perfect vehicle for a non-diet approach. This course will explore the long and unsuccessful history of dieting, societies weight bias and body image challenges and their influence on body satisfaction, body image, and personal wellbeing. You'll review the influence of media and social media, the thin ideal and self-comparison.
The non-diet approach is framed by the Health At Every Size (HAES®) movement, the course walks through how to reconnect to natural body cues of hunger and fullness in order to eat for health and nourishment of the mind, body and soul. It covers the importance of acceptance of all foods, and of the natural diversity of body sizes and shapes, and looks at ways to find joyful expressions of movement. Students are provided with a select of tools and templates, as well as our Nourish & Flourish Client Booklet to support the change process and client self-determination. A truly amazing course that will set you and your clients free to love themselves and the amazing body they live in.
The non-diet approach aligns beautifully with coaching principles. As a client-first approach designed to support the self-determination process coaching is a perfect vehicle for a non-diet approach. This course will explore the long and unsuccessful history of dieting, societies weight bias and body image challenges and their influence on body satisfaction, body image, and personal wellbeing. You'll review the influence of media and social media, the thin ideal and self-comparison.
The non-diet approach is framed by the Health At Every Size (HAES®) movement, the course walks through how to reconnect to natural body cues of hunger and fullness in order to eat for health and nourishment of the mind, body and soul. It covers the importance of acceptance of all foods, and of the natural diversity of body sizes and shapes, and looks at ways to find joyful expressions of movement. Students are provided with a select of tools and templates, as well as our Nourish & Flourish Client Booklet to support the change process and client self-determination. A truly amazing course that will set you and your clients free to love themselves and the amazing body they live in.
Details
HOW WILL YOU LEARN >
DNHC511: Non-Diet Approach to Coaching
Learning and teaching
Study flexibly with a modern blended approach built for busy health professionals in Australia. Each topic includes a downloadable PDF text, guided steps to keep you on track, and an interactive workbook with short videos, practical tasks, and space for notes. You’ll also access essential readings, templates, and client‑ready tools—so you can apply evidence‑based nutrition and metabolic health coaching from day one.
Learning and teaching
Study flexibly with a modern blended approach built for busy health professionals in Australia. Each topic includes a downloadable PDF text, guided steps to keep you on track, and an interactive workbook with short videos, practical tasks, and space for notes. You’ll also access essential readings, templates, and client‑ready tools—so you can apply evidence‑based nutrition and metabolic health coaching from day one.
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Assessment methods
At Well College, assessments are learning tools—not tricks. This unit’s online quiz has 51 multiple‑choice questions; it’s open‑book, untimed, and you may take up to three attempts. On passing, you can instantly download your Certificate plus a Statement of Continuing Education (CPD/CE) Points for your records and employer. |
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Learning at WCG
Classes vary by course and mix formats for meaningful interaction with staff, industry experts, and peers. WCG prioritises active learning over large lectures, with core content provided online through readings, videos, and other on‑demand materials.
Classes vary by course and mix formats for meaningful interaction with staff, industry experts, and peers. WCG prioritises active learning over large lectures, with core content provided online through readings, videos, and other on‑demand materials.
COURSE STRUCTURE >
There are six topics to complete the unit. Within each topic is a:
Estimate approximately 20 hours of study.
Continuing Education
Students enrolled in a WCG Diploma, Program or Certificate where this subject is a core elective, will have free ongoing access to the Coaching, Health and Business Live Classes.
- Downloadable MS Word Workbook
- Downloadable PDF Text Book per topic
- Includes a 40-page writable Flourish & Nourish Booklet packed with tools to travel the path back to eating for nourishment and joy
Estimate approximately 20 hours of study.
Continuing Education
Students enrolled in a WCG Diploma, Program or Certificate where this subject is a core elective, will have free ongoing access to the Coaching, Health and Business Live Classes.
UNIT CONTENT >
How we have come to the world of dieting
In this topic we explore the history of dieting and the societal process that brought about the commercialisation of food as a way to create bodies that were said to make us all happier. We dive into the dieting paradigm unpacking the role of weight bias and cultural pressures on body image. In understanding the role of 'profits before people' and the influence of product sales and media on the perceptions of what a 'healthy' or 'attractive' body looks like, we can challenge some of our own beliefs. We look at the research that tends to conveniently be ignored around body weight and health risks. And, we cover topics such as chronic dieting, the thin ideal, the effect of self-comparison and social media, and how we can begin to reconnect to our body appreciation and self-compassion.
Strategies to move beyond the diet paradigm
Viewing food as something that is used to control our body is rarely helpful, and the negative physical (metabolic) and psychological effects of dieting result numerous issues challenges to our wellbeing. As a coach you'll have an extensive array of strategies to share with clients to help them build body appreciation, body gratitude, intuitive eating practices, and a positive self-precept.
Exploring non-diet approaches
In this module we look at the evidence around the benefits of the non-diet approach (NDA) as well as some of the potential criticisms so we can better understand how as a coach we might work within a non-diet scope of practice safely and effectively. We begin our exploration of the NDA by considering some of the concerns that coaches and clients might hold when considering a NDA, for example, not having control over their eating. And, we take a close look at screening forms and questionnaires, food coaching and eating habits.
The non-diet approach for coaches
There are five essential components in this approach which when explored in a step-by-step manner can empower clients to reconnect to food in an intuitive and kind manner. Food once again becomes joyous and a point of social and physical nourishment. We deep dive into:
Empowering clients to their whole self
Clients will harness strategies, skills and resources that will connect them to their internal cues of hunger and fullness, such as mindful eating, hunger exploration, body trust and more. We unpack how clients can begin to de-moralise food to overcome food fears, to eat with joy and to overcome cravings. Coaching so beautifully aligns with an NDA creating an easy process that enables coaches to support clients to embrace their bodies, connect to movement and to create a self-compassionate lifestyle that promotes health and wellbeing.
In this topic we explore the history of dieting and the societal process that brought about the commercialisation of food as a way to create bodies that were said to make us all happier. We dive into the dieting paradigm unpacking the role of weight bias and cultural pressures on body image. In understanding the role of 'profits before people' and the influence of product sales and media on the perceptions of what a 'healthy' or 'attractive' body looks like, we can challenge some of our own beliefs. We look at the research that tends to conveniently be ignored around body weight and health risks. And, we cover topics such as chronic dieting, the thin ideal, the effect of self-comparison and social media, and how we can begin to reconnect to our body appreciation and self-compassion.
Strategies to move beyond the diet paradigm
Viewing food as something that is used to control our body is rarely helpful, and the negative physical (metabolic) and psychological effects of dieting result numerous issues challenges to our wellbeing. As a coach you'll have an extensive array of strategies to share with clients to help them build body appreciation, body gratitude, intuitive eating practices, and a positive self-precept.
Exploring non-diet approaches
In this module we look at the evidence around the benefits of the non-diet approach (NDA) as well as some of the potential criticisms so we can better understand how as a coach we might work within a non-diet scope of practice safely and effectively. We begin our exploration of the NDA by considering some of the concerns that coaches and clients might hold when considering a NDA, for example, not having control over their eating. And, we take a close look at screening forms and questionnaires, food coaching and eating habits.
The non-diet approach for coaches
There are five essential components in this approach which when explored in a step-by-step manner can empower clients to reconnect to food in an intuitive and kind manner. Food once again becomes joyous and a point of social and physical nourishment. We deep dive into:
- Reconnecting to an awareness of body cues and the role of environmental cues and triggers
- An acceptance of all foods and creating healthy attitudes towards nourishment
- Acceptance of the natural diversity of body shape and size
- Enjoyment in movement that offers a sense of vitality and joy
- Client commitment to the NDA pillars
Empowering clients to their whole self
Clients will harness strategies, skills and resources that will connect them to their internal cues of hunger and fullness, such as mindful eating, hunger exploration, body trust and more. We unpack how clients can begin to de-moralise food to overcome food fears, to eat with joy and to overcome cravings. Coaching so beautifully aligns with an NDA creating an easy process that enables coaches to support clients to embrace their bodies, connect to movement and to create a self-compassionate lifestyle that promotes health and wellbeing.
LEARNING OUTCOMES >
When awarded credit for this unit, a learner will:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the diet paradigm and how this has influenced body image and health outcomes
- Understand the role of a non-diet approach in health coaching
- Explore various patterns of disordered eating and their distinguishing features
- Investigate critical concerns surrounding mainstream dieting and common weight-focused narratives
- Analyse the influences shaping self-image and perceptions of the body
- Examine the holistic benefits linked to alternative, weight-neutral health strategies
- Identify the guiding principles of a compassionate, non-diet perspective
- Discuss practical methods for integrating this approach in real-life settings
- Review supportive techniques for enhancing internal awareness of physical cues like hunger and satiety
- Recognise when professional guidance is necessary and understand boundaries of support roles
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT >
ESSA - 15 CPDs
AUSactive - 15 CECs
REPS NZ - 15.5 CPD
HCANZA - 5 PDP
ATMS - 20 hours
AUSactive - 15 CECs
REPS NZ - 15.5 CPD
HCANZA - 5 PDP
ATMS - 20 hours
Because food is not a tool to punish ourselves.
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Fees
This unit is $350 AUD
There are no additional fee's.
There are no additional fee's.
Who studies this unit?
Health and Wellness Coaches
- Ideal for health coaches and personal coaches seeking to work from a diet-free stance
- Focuses on explorative processes and deep dives into values and beliefs around the use of food to nourish our mind, body and soul
Fitness and Exercise Professionals
- Ideal for exercise and fitness professionals, holding 15 CPD points for EPs.
- Recommended for Accredited Exercise Scientists, Accredited Exercise Physiologists, Accredited Sports Scientists (Level 1 & 2) and Accredited High Performance Managers. This course is not suitable for Graduates and is only suitable for Sports Scientists with a minimum of 12 months experience dealing with clients and their thoughts, beliefs and barriers around food and body related goals.
Pathways from this Unit
Each of the options below include the Non-Diet Approach unit (DNHC511).
You can start with this unit and credit it into any one of the below options, you can gain multiple qualifications.
Call us today on 02 9400 9759 to get started on your dream career.
You can start with this unit and credit it into any one of the below options, you can gain multiple qualifications.
Call us today on 02 9400 9759 to get started on your dream career.
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