This qualification has been created to develop and recognize the health coaches of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the health coaching and nutrition sectors. The Level 7 Extended Diploma in Health Coaching and Applied Nutrition is designed for learners with an advanced qualification that supports their development as coaches within the health and nutrition industry.
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Overview
Description
The QUALIFY Level 7 Extended Diploma in Health Coaching and Applied Nutrition aims to give learners the opportunity to:
- Apply analytical and evaluative techniques and to enhance those skills
- Investigate issues and opportunities
- Develop their awareness and appreciation of managerial, organizational and environmental issues
- Use management techniques and practices in imaginative ways
- Make use of relevant information from different sources
- Develop and encourage problem-solving and creativity to tackle problems and challenges
- Exercise judgment and take responsibility for decisions and actions
- Develop the ability to recognize and reflect on personal learning and improve their personal, social and other transferable skills
- Exercise judgment, own and take responsibility for decisions and actions; and
- Develop the ability to recognize and reflect on personal learning and improve their personal, social and other transferable skills
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 8 Month
- 10 Month
Course delivery
The programme is available in 2 delivery modes:
- Blended Learning
- In class
Entry requirement
The Qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression.
- Level 6 Qualification or;
- First Degree or;
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 5 Year Managerial Experience
Modules structure
The Level 7 Diploma focuses on developing understanding, skills, and abilities to equip learners with the awareness and aptitudes to be an effective health coach.
Unit Reference | Mandatory Units | Level | Credit | Credit | Credit |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
HC 500 | Health and Nutrition I – Role of Health Coaching and CAM | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 505 | Health and Nutrition II – Nutrition and Health Coach Practice | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 510 | Wellness | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 515 | Contemporary and Community Health Issues | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 520 | Health Coaching I | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 525 | Health Coaching II – Behavioral Changes and Evidence-based Coaching | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 530 | Practice Management | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 535 | Adult Education | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 540 | Health Coach Ethics | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 545 | Professional Communication | 7 | 15 | 150 | 50 |
HC 550 | Capstone Research and Project | 7 | 30 | 300 | 100 |
Progression
Completing the QUALIFY Level 7 Extended Diploma in Health Coaching and Applied Nutrition will allow learners to progress to:
- The QUALIFY Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
- A university partner to complete a dissertation to then receive a full master’s degree Directly into employment in an associated profession
Assessment
- Assessment is via assignment submission
- No Exams
Accreditation
This programme is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body (Qualifi)