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The maximum level of expertise in meal planning without the need for a formal degree.
Overview
Study human nutrition subject that even opens the door to credits to university degrees in nutrition (Australia) and learn the finer details of how to create healthful meal plans and menus. Gather information you need to analyse eating habits and identify areas of improvement. Support and guide client's through nutrition coaching towards positive, permanent health choices. Jam packed with tools, templates, and resources, subjects do not expire so you can study at your chosen speed. Discounts on meal planning software offered, plus certificates of completion for each unit as well as a formal certificate of accreditation.
Who studies this certification - professional who want to enhance their practice including:
- Exercise Physiologists
- Personal Trainer's
- Nurses
- Health Coaches
- Food Bloggers
- Food Coaches
- Chefs
- Home organiser coaches
- Anyone wanting to work with clients on meal planning
Study at your own pace, no pre-requisites, no hidden fee's and gain access to the free live classes on various topics including nutrition, gut health, bio optimising, business and case studies.
Who studies this certification - professional who want to enhance their practice including:
- Exercise Physiologists
- Personal Trainer's
- Nurses
- Health Coaches
- Food Bloggers
- Food Coaches
- Chefs
- Home organiser coaches
- Anyone wanting to work with clients on meal planning
Study at your own pace, no pre-requisites, no hidden fee's and gain access to the free live classes on various topics including nutrition, gut health, bio optimising, business and case studies.
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When you study the Meal Planning course with Well College you'll safely and confidently learn:
How to support clients in creating a healthy, sustainable diet that fits their lifestyle, culture and personal health goals.
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How to apply existing evidence-based nutrition principles so you can support a wide range of clients needs.
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How to utilise nutrition and meal planning software tools to support your business and use across all clients.
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To build apply coaching skills so clients stay motivated, overcome obstacles, and create long lasting behaviour change.
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Details
Learning and teaching
There are a diverse number of learning experiences within the Professional Certificate of Meal Planning including small group live classes and course work.
On average we find most coaches who study for around 4-5 hours a week qualify in around 6-7 months. We have many students who are eager to start coaching quickly and complete in 6 months or less pending the study time they commit.
Assessment methods
Well College Global offers various assessment tasks for each unit, including multiple-choice and short-answer questions, written reflections, case studies and practice coaching. These assessments cover all learning outcomes and must be passed to achieve the qualification.
Assessments are internally marked and externally quality-assured before certification.
Learning at WCG
The classes you take will vary based on your course, offering different formats for meaningful interaction with staff, industry professionals, and peers. WCG courses focus on active learning rather than passive large-scale lectures, with content typically provided online through readings, videos, and other on-demand materials.
There are a diverse number of learning experiences within the Professional Certificate of Meal Planning including small group live classes and course work.
On average we find most coaches who study for around 4-5 hours a week qualify in around 6-7 months. We have many students who are eager to start coaching quickly and complete in 6 months or less pending the study time they commit.
Assessment methods
Well College Global offers various assessment tasks for each unit, including multiple-choice and short-answer questions, written reflections, case studies and practice coaching. These assessments cover all learning outcomes and must be passed to achieve the qualification.
Assessments are internally marked and externally quality-assured before certification.
Learning at WCG
The classes you take will vary based on your course, offering different formats for meaningful interaction with staff, industry professionals, and peers. WCG courses focus on active learning rather than passive large-scale lectures, with content typically provided online through readings, videos, and other on-demand materials.
COURSE STRUCTURE ▼
There are a total of five units, four foundation subjects and one elective.
Study at your own pace and work your way through your program.
Foundation Subjects:
Study at your own pace and work your way through your program.
Foundation Subjects:
PROGRAM CONTENT ▼
Five Foundation Subjects
Unit DNHC501: Psychology & Wellbeing Foundations
This comprehensive and dynamic subject offers an in-depth exploration of key elements that shape human behavior and effective coaching practices. You’ll delve into the foundations of human nature, personality, habit formation, and the science of behavior change. The curriculum is designed to help you engage with clients meaningfully and authentically, enabling you to create client-led coaching sessions that maintain both flow and focus. You’ll also gain the skills needed to identify and respond to red flags as a coach, ensuring safe and ethical practice.
Throughout the subject, you’ll explore the distinctions and intersections between coaching, mentoring, and counseling, with guidance based on the International Coach Federation (ICF) core competencies. You'll learn to integrate wellbeing techniques that support holistic health, including self-efficacy, mindfulness, affirmations, and somatic therapies. Specialised coaching areas such as intuitive eating, sleep coaching, and low-toxicity living will also be covered, empowering you to support clients in cultivating sustainable wellness. Overall, this subject equips you with a well-rounded, holistic coaching approach grounded in theory, ethics, and practical tools.
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Unit DNHC502: Human Nutrition
This This unit provides evidence-based nutrition knowledge, covering the fundamentals of human nutrition and the link between diet and health.
Learners will explore healthy diets, global dietary guidelines, macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, proteins), micronutrients, hydration, and specialised diets like vegetarian, vegan, and ketogenic. Additional topics include early-life, pregnancy, sports, weight management, and older adult nutrition, as well as food safety and dietary assessment using a non-diet approach.
Taught from a food coaching perspective, this unit emphasises a balanced, sustainable approach to wellbeing beyond just the absence of illness.
READ MORE ON THIS UNIT >
Unit DNHC504: Mental Health and Trauma Awareness
This unit enhances awareness of mental health and available community resources while fostering meaningful conversations at the community level. It also equips learners with evidence-based strategies for initial crisis response.
The second part of the unit focuses on research and analysis to deepen understanding of trauma and emphasises the importance of being a trauma-informed practitioner.
READ MORE ON THIS UNIT >
Unit WCG04: Meal Planning for Healthy Living
This course provides a comprehensive foundation in healthy meal planning, beginning with core nutrition principles, understanding diverse client needs, and using tools and techniques to design personalised, practical, and achievable plans. You’ll learn how to gather and assess client data effectively, work collaboratively, and apply insights using dietary evaluation tools such as food diaries, healthy eating indexes, and Mediterranean Diet frameworks. The course also explores tailoring plans to cultural preferences, seasonal availability, dietary restrictions, allergies, and intolerances, while emphasising professional practice, duty of care, and ethical considerations. Throughout the program, you’ll engage in hands-on activities and use meal planning software to build confidence and real-world skills.
READ MORE ON THIS UNIT >
Unit DNHC501: Psychology & Wellbeing Foundations
This comprehensive and dynamic subject offers an in-depth exploration of key elements that shape human behavior and effective coaching practices. You’ll delve into the foundations of human nature, personality, habit formation, and the science of behavior change. The curriculum is designed to help you engage with clients meaningfully and authentically, enabling you to create client-led coaching sessions that maintain both flow and focus. You’ll also gain the skills needed to identify and respond to red flags as a coach, ensuring safe and ethical practice.
Throughout the subject, you’ll explore the distinctions and intersections between coaching, mentoring, and counseling, with guidance based on the International Coach Federation (ICF) core competencies. You'll learn to integrate wellbeing techniques that support holistic health, including self-efficacy, mindfulness, affirmations, and somatic therapies. Specialised coaching areas such as intuitive eating, sleep coaching, and low-toxicity living will also be covered, empowering you to support clients in cultivating sustainable wellness. Overall, this subject equips you with a well-rounded, holistic coaching approach grounded in theory, ethics, and practical tools.
READ MORE ON THIS UNIT >
Unit DNHC502: Human Nutrition
This This unit provides evidence-based nutrition knowledge, covering the fundamentals of human nutrition and the link between diet and health.
Learners will explore healthy diets, global dietary guidelines, macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, proteins), micronutrients, hydration, and specialised diets like vegetarian, vegan, and ketogenic. Additional topics include early-life, pregnancy, sports, weight management, and older adult nutrition, as well as food safety and dietary assessment using a non-diet approach.
Taught from a food coaching perspective, this unit emphasises a balanced, sustainable approach to wellbeing beyond just the absence of illness.
READ MORE ON THIS UNIT >
Unit DNHC504: Mental Health and Trauma Awareness
This unit enhances awareness of mental health and available community resources while fostering meaningful conversations at the community level. It also equips learners with evidence-based strategies for initial crisis response.
The second part of the unit focuses on research and analysis to deepen understanding of trauma and emphasises the importance of being a trauma-informed practitioner.
READ MORE ON THIS UNIT >
Unit WCG04: Meal Planning for Healthy Living
This course provides a comprehensive foundation in healthy meal planning, beginning with core nutrition principles, understanding diverse client needs, and using tools and techniques to design personalised, practical, and achievable plans. You’ll learn how to gather and assess client data effectively, work collaboratively, and apply insights using dietary evaluation tools such as food diaries, healthy eating indexes, and Mediterranean Diet frameworks. The course also explores tailoring plans to cultural preferences, seasonal availability, dietary restrictions, allergies, and intolerances, while emphasising professional practice, duty of care, and ethical considerations. Throughout the program, you’ll engage in hands-on activities and use meal planning software to build confidence and real-world skills.
READ MORE ON THIS UNIT >
To gain membership and insurance you will need either an existing relevant qualification, for example in fitness, exercise, health or cookery. Or hold one of our existing qualifications such as our Diploma in Nutrition & Health Coaching.
International Recognition
Fees
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OPTION 1
UPFRONT DISCOUNT BUNDLE
1 PAYMENT - ENDLESS BENEFITS!
1. All subjects
2. Discount on your fees 3. Ongoing access to live classes 4. Business webinars (web design, pricing + digital marketing) Total bundle value = $1,933 AUD
$1,200 AUD
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NO ADDITIONAL EXPENSES - just ongoing value
No hidden costs. Just massive ongoing value – during your studies and long after you graduate.
Here’s what you get (and keep getting for FREE):
No hidden costs. Just massive ongoing value – during your studies and long after you graduate.
Here’s what you get (and keep getting for FREE):
- Unlimited access to live, expert-led mentoring classes – for life.
Join dynamic small-group sessions led by industry professionals that go way beyond theory. You’ll keep learning and growing well after you graduate.
Each month brings fresh, rotating topics like:
• Marketing & business growth strategies - Professional Practices & Business Ready Workshops
• Functional testing know-how
• Advanced coaching techniques
• Real-world health case studies
• Mental health red flags
• How to find (and keep) your ideal clients
• Nutrition deep-dives
…and heaps more.
Areas of Practice
* Offer healthy eating programs
* Expand on your food coaching services to instill healthy eating habits
* Work in hospitality to improve the healthfulness of meals and menus
* Assist with healthy eating for longevity
* Build client confidence in a love of nourishment not diets
* Improve your clients' relationship with food
Safe, in-scope meal planning is a client-led approach, we encourage you to focus on nourishment and boosting clients positive relationship with food.
* Expand on your food coaching services to instill healthy eating habits
* Work in hospitality to improve the healthfulness of meals and menus
* Assist with healthy eating for longevity
* Build client confidence in a love of nourishment not diets
* Improve your clients' relationship with food
Safe, in-scope meal planning is a client-led approach, we encourage you to focus on nourishment and boosting clients positive relationship with food.
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