Anthropedia Well-Being Coach Certification Program
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Next sessions begins August 19! Register at the link above to watch a Discovery Session.
To say we live in challenging times is an understatement. We need novel solutions to address the unique crises of our times.
Built on 50 years of research by Dr. C. Robert Cloninger and other members of the Anthropedia Institute, Anthropedia offers an evidence-based approach to health and wellness coaching for the 21st century.
With an interdisciplinary curriculum drawing on nutrition, naturopathy, neuroscience, art & culture, psychology, coaching, and many other subjects our training helps you understand the whole person and the deep interactions and interconnections of the being.
When we say integrative, it isn’t just lip-service. We focus as much on mental health and wellness as we do on more typical coaching approaches focused on diet and exercise. We explore the rational as much as the sensitive, the scientific and the spiritual, the personal and the professional.
This approach is as rigorous as it is satisfying, and our goal is to challenge you without defeating you.
If you are interested in real growth, and you aren’t satisfied with simply getting a quick certification, come experience MORE with us.
We regularly offer our virtual Discovery Session to talk about the unique work at Anthropedia, discuss our training, and answer any questions someone considering our training may have.
Learn about Anthropedia's unique approach to health and wellness promotion. It's easy to talk about integrative approaches to wellness, but few programs really address the whole person.
Learned enough? You can apply for the training here. We have a short application process. Our acceptance comittee will review your application and respond within 2 weeks.
"The tools that I learned in the training have been invaluable to me. I've learned better communication skills. I have learned the importance of having balance in body, thought and soul, and most importantly I have learned how to model better practices for my children who are always watching."
Stephanie Stewart, NBC-HWC
"It is sustainable change. I’ve been to retreats, and maybe you notice a difference for 6 weeks, and then you’re back to the same patterns of behavior. With Anthropedia, it’s a sustainable change in your life. And that is pretty amazing.”
Cindy Wills, Former School Principal & Health and Wellness Coach
"In my opinion, the well-being coach training is invaluable for all managers, employees and HR-professionals working in today’s fast-moving, complex organizations. The well-being coach training has given me so much: better understanding of myself, increased ability to handle stressors, improved communication and relationship-building skills and overall a more harmonious approach to life."
Jonas Kullberg, HR Director
We offer a comprehensive integrative curriculum, from cutting-edge neuroscience to coaching skills, and the humanities.
Some of our courses include:
Body Practices for Well-Being
Body
Awakening
Body Practices for Well-Being
Nutrition & the Human Body
Body Practices for Well-Being
Neuroscience
Coaching Skills
Coaching Fundamentals
Coaching Skills
Pedagogy
Coaching Skills
Psychology & Human Devo
Coaching Skills
Measuring
Well-Being
Coaching Skills
Personality Assessment
Coaching Skills
Know Yourself
Coaching Skills
Anthropedia Coaching
Perspectives on Well-Being
Cultural Foundations
Perspectives on Well-Being
Anthropology & Well-Being
Perspectives on Well-Being
The Mind-Body Relationship
Perspectives on Well-Being
Ecological
Well-Being
A recent study of more than 200 of our coach trainees showed our student’s well-being improved over the course of the training.
Anthropedia’s Well-Being Training and Coaching have been designed to develop a person’s character: self-directedness, cooperativeness, and self-transcendence. Growth in these character dimensions has been shown to increase one’s resilience and overall well-being, as well as improve physical and mental health. (Cloninger, Svrakic et al. 1997, Cloninger 2004, Sohar et al. 2010, Cloninger and Zohar 2011).
A recent study of 137 of our coach trainees demonstrated that there were substantial gains in character development as measured by the Temperament and Character Inventory (TCI). This included statistically significant (p<.01) improvement in mean character trait scores before and after the training. Our training improves the following character traits:
This training is for anyone who wants to learn the art of coaching, helps others, or help themselves.
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
You don’t have to want to be a coach to participate in our training.
Those seeking greater meaning and purpose in their current occupation.
Those who are seeking to expand their skills in helping people self-actualize
Our instructors have more to offer than their knowledge or skills, they have a lived understanding of health and well-being.
If you don't find an answer to your question(s) below, then please contact us.
We are currently offering our program virtually with a combination of pre-recorded courses and live classes (via Zoom).
There are 20 two-day units, occurring over approximately a 10-month period. There are five courses each training day—four pre-recorded modules and one live class.
You have flexibility as to when you watch the pre-recorded modules as long as you complete them by the end of the training unit.
The live classes take place via Zoom and run from 10am to noon US Central Time.
We also offer optional monthly office hours for anyone desiring additional support between training units.
There is no reading required outside of class. Upon completion of the training, however, you will be tested on the content of the Know Yourself series, so you will want to study those modules throughout the course of the training. In addition, the other major task for those interested in certification is to complete a portfolio of exercises each month of the training. You can expect anywhere from 30-40 exercises per month. The amount of time that these exercises take varies from person-to-person, and they are all geared towards helping improve your self-awareness, resilience, and stress management.
Go to anthropedia.org/apply and fill out the form on that page. After completing the form, our acceptance committee will review your application and someone will contact you to complete a program interview. Once accepted, we will send you a payment link.
Our training costs $3600 for the 10 month program. We offer payments plans. Most people pay $360/month for 10 months. If you pay in full upfront, we offer a $600 reduction. There are additional costs for certification that cost $1000 dollars. This includes testing fees, 3 practical skills exams, and 6 months of post training support. This post-training period ensures you have everything you need to setup a successful practice and attract customers.
For those seeking CEU's there are additional costs related to the institutions that offer those credits.
As a nonprofit, our program is 30 to 50% less than most coaching programs in the industry. Our training is 270 hours, compared to most programs that last 80 to 100 hours. So dollar for dollar, we are generally 50% less than everyone else while still offering a highly rigorous program that greatly exceeds the status quo. We're confident you'll see the difference for yourself and the clients you serve.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we are dedicated to serving anyone regardless of their situation. We regularly offer scholarships to strong candidates who lack the means to pay for the training at our regular rates.
Generally, attendance is expected at all sessions. Of course, we understand that emergencies and other justifiable situations do arise. You cannot miss more than two days (or the equivalent thereof, i.e., 10 courses). Exceptions are granted for absences that are due to the death of a loved one or for medical reasons.
You can apply on our website at https://anthropedia.org/apply
After completing our program and satisfying our requirements, you will be eligible to sit for the NBHWC exam. We offer support and a short course to help you prepare for the exam with study guides and other resources. You will need to set aside time to study for the exam to successfully pass it. To date, our students have a 100% pass rate on the NBHWC exam.
In addition to private practice, our certified coaches work in a variety of settings—medical clinics, hospitals, schools, corporations, homeless shelters, halfway houses, and within other service-oriented organizations. You can watch video testimonials of our graduates to hear more about how they have built their practices after the training.
Absolutely. Our rigorous training will prepare you to coach by providing you with a structure and a methodology. During the training you will have plenty of opportunities to practice, and you'll complete certification with a practical skills exam that consists of recording real sessions and going through them with an experience coach. After the training is completely we offer support and feedback for 6 months while you start your practice. That way you have the confidence to start your practice with us in your corner. Our client stories are a testament to the high quality of our coaches.
Yes. If you are seeking NBHWC certification, you will be required to participate in regular continuing education. We work with our coaches to help them satisfy those requirements and to keep them abreast of changes to our own resources, methods, and tools. Our continuing education offerings are affordable and convenient.
Our robust interdisciplinary training program is becoming widely recognized as one of the most rigorous and effective professional health and wellness coach certification programs in the industry specialized in mental health promotion.
Our Well-Being Coach Certification Program is approved by the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) and the Health Coaches Australia & New Zealand Association (HCANZA). It is also accredited by the Missouri Institute of Mental Health (MIMH) for continuing education.
We are one of the only non-profit coaching organizations. This means we are not focused on making money and training as an end in itself. Our focus is on helping the community and serving those that would might otherwise never gain access to health and wellness coaching. Our graduates frequently participate in our coaching programs in the community. We have programs in place for the homeless, for frontline health care workers, refugee populations, teachers, and many other sections of our world community. We offer free training to people who might not otherwise be able to afford it.
All coaching helps people reflect on what they value most in life and take action to close the gap between what’s most essential and how they live day-to-day. Our method is called Know Yourself Coaching to emphasize the impact our coaching makes on growth in self-awareness for mental health. Know Yourself Coaching also helps people manage stress and find deeper contentment in their lives. By equipping people with the tools and knowledge they need, those we coach become more resilient in an increasingly stressful world.
With over 1,500 coaches trained worldwide, our network of coaches has served over 100,000 individuals, and we have provided over 3,000 hours of free coaching in the Saint Louis area.
You can apply on our website at https://anthropedia.org/apply