Graduate Certificate in Health Coaching
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A graduate certificate in Health Coaching is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping others make lasting lifestyle changes through personalized wellness strategies, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional health. Graduates often pursue careers as certified health coaches, wellness consultants, or employee wellness coordinators, working in healthcare settings, corporate wellness programs, or private practices to guide clients in achieving their health and wellness goals.
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Health Coaching at the University of Kentucky equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to support individuals in achieving their health and wellness goals. Grounded in the principles of health education and behavior change, this 15-credit program prepares students to guide clients through goal setting, action planning, and sustained lifestyle improvement. Ideal for current or aspiring health promotion professionals, the certificate offers a flexible option for those enrolled in a graduate degree program or seeking postbaccalaureate, non-degree credentials. Through a combination of coursework and applied learning, students gain the tools to become effective, motivating partners in personal health transformation.
Admission Requirements
Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Application Requirements
Please view the application requirements for the Graduate School. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Program Specific Requirements
Note for current M.S. Health Promotion students: Students who are enrolled in the M.S. in Health Promotion program are eligible to count up to 9 credit hours from their program, requiring them to take six additional credit hours (on top of their M.S. curriculum) to complete the graduate certificate.
Application Deadlines
Domestic
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Fall
- 07/25/2025
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Spring
- 12/12/2025
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Summer
- 04/18/2026
International
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Fall
- 04/15/2025
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Spring
- 09/15/2025
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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As a graduate student, there are additional opportunities for student funding. Once you are admitted into a degree-bearing graduate program at UK, you can apply for a wide variety of financial assistance, including assistantships and fellowships. These opportunities can be tied to your program’s availability, so you should inquire with your program director about opportunities available within your program!
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