Advanced Health Coach (NBHWC)

Advanced Health Coach (NBHWC)

The Advanced Health Coach Certification combines live online training, peer coaching, and mentorship to prepare you for NBHWC board eligibility and real-world success. You’ll attend interactive sessions each week, practice hands-on coaching with peers, and gain confidence through expert feedback. This Health and Wellness Coach course helps you build the professional and interpersonal skills to empower lasting lifestyle transformation. Enroll online today and start your certification journey.

  • 12-week structured program with expert-led live sessions

  • Hands-on practice and mentorship for coaching confidence

  • NBHWC-approved Health Coach certification eligibility

  • 100% job guarantee for qualifying graduates

  • Build a rewarding career guiding holistic wellness

  • $479.17 total spread over 12 months, no application required.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Health Coach (NBHWC)
  • Master foundations of health coaching and motivational interviewing
  • Apply behavior change science and goal-setting frameworks
  • Integrate nutrition, movement, and stress management strategies
  • Practice real-world coaching for client readiness
  • Explore career pathways in professional health and wellness coaching

What's Included

Our curriculum is designed to give you both scientific knowledge and practical skills to excel as a personal trainer. The program covers everything from anatomy and nutrition to business skills.

Including all these tools to help you pass!
  • Watch and listen as professionals break down complex concepts into clear, actionable steps in both video and audio formats.
  • Simplified guides that highlight the essentials to make complex topics easier to master.
  • Deepen your learning with structured application exercises that mirror real-world scenarios, moving from theory into practice.
  • Reinforce your progress with low-pressure quizzes designed to check your understanding along the way.
  • Earn your certification with an online, open-book, open-note exam you can complete on your schedule.
  • Access a support team when you need it, from the time you enroll through certification
  • Connect with fellow coaches for accountability, motivation, and resource sharing during your program and beyond.
  • Learn in a supportive peer group that fosters accountability and collaboration.
  • Engage with faculty-led sessions twice per week.
  • Get real-time support and answers during live office hours.
  • Receive personalized coaching evaluations and direct instructor feedback.
  • Gain peace of mind knowing your certification comes with the only 100% money-back job guarantee backed by 10,000+ gym partners.

Certification Process

  • 1
    Enroll in the Program

    Sign up and get immediate access to all course materials and our learning platform.
  • 2
    Pass the ISSA Certification Exam

    Successfully pass your ISSA certification exam.
  • 3
    Upload CPR Card

    Included for free in most bundles or also available separately through ISSA!
  • 4
    Receive Your Certification

    Your hard work pays off - receive your e-Certificate of course completion.

What our customers are saying

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  • 2 Days ago
    My experience with ISSA was positive
    Coach Craig is very professional, he gave me great advice. I am very impressed how much I learned in a short amount of time. The program was very informative and easy to use. I’m excited to have the opportunity and knowledge to work in a field that I am most passionate about. Thank you! Lendri H.
  • 2 Days ago
    Start With ISSA
    The ISSA certification is one of the best and efficient ways to gain the knowledge you need and get your foot in the door as personal trainer. The courses aren’t unnecessary wordy and the content is up to date. I highly recommend. Andre Clark
  • 2 Days ago
    My experience was fantastic
    I loved that I could work at my own pace from anywhere. I was really surprised at the depth of the content and feel like it well prepared me for the future. Kasey O.
  • 2 Days ago
    ISSA journey
    I recently completed the ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer course, and the experience was great from start to finish. The material was clear and easy to follow, and the support team was responsive whenever I had questions. The final exam was thorough, and I now feel confident. I highly recommend ISSA for anyone starting their fitness career! Manpreet S.
  • 2 Days ago
    Great learning experience
    Tyson, the ISSA military advisor, got me set up with my account and courses very effectively! I really enjoyed the online course curriculum layout and information provided. As a veteran, I felt very welcomed and taken care of by ISSA and confident that their program of instruction will help me reach my goals.

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Gain direct, priority access to more than 10,000 gyms, studios, and health clubs actively seeking certified talent.

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ISSA certifications, including NCCA-accredited options, rank among the most trusted and requested in the fitness industry.

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If you don’t receive a job offer within 90 days of passing your NCCPT exam, we’ll refund your tuition in full.

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Frequently
Asked Questions

  • With ISSA, you can become a certified personal trainer in as little as 3 months, although the timeline is flexible since our programs are self-paced. Many students complete their certification while maintaining their current jobs or other responsibilities.

  • ISSA stands out with the #1 Job Guarantee in the industry and our flexible online learning platform. In our Certified Personal Training course, you also have the option to add live sessions to better support your learning. Most importantly - ISSA's certification is recognized worldwide by top fitness employers.

  • With an ISSA certification, you can pursue a variety of career paths in personal training, group fitness, and nutrition coaching. Our certification is recognized by over 10,000 gyms nationwide, giving you access to a wide network of potential employers as you advance in your fitness career. Plus, our job guarantee provides extra confidence in your ability to succeed.

  • ISSA’s Job Guarantee ensures graduates who successfully complete the CPT, NBHWC-approved Pathway and Yoga 200 programs will land a job within 6 months of certification—or they get their money back. The program includes career support and access to a network of over 10,000 gym partners actively hiring trainers.

  • Absolutely! ISSA’s programs are designed with support systems in place to help you succeed. Our courses support a variety of learning styles through a mix of videos and readings. Plus, we include practice quizzes, and some courses include live study groups, so you can confidently prepare for the certification exam.

    Not all courses offer live learning

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