Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Program Length: 2 Years (Full-Time)
Credit Hours Required: 60–66 credit hours
Delivery Mode: Online 
Credential Awarded: Associate Degree in Holistic Wellness Coaching
Career Pathways: Wellness Coach, Holistic Health Consultant, Nutrition Advisor, Corporate Wellness Trainer, Mind-Body Practitioner
📚 Program Overview
The Associate Degree in Holistic Wellness Coaching offers a practical and integrative approach to guiding individuals toward optimal health and well-being. This program blends Eastern and Western philosophies, focusing on the mind-body connection, nutrition, lifestyle change, fitness, mindfulness, and emotional balance. Students will learn how to work with clients one-on-one and in groups, promoting holistic practices that enhance health without relying solely on pharmaceutical or invasive medical interventions.
🧠 Learning Objectives
By the end of this program, students will be able to:
Conduct comprehensive wellness assessments and develop personalized holistic coaching plans.
Apply nutritional, fitness, stress reduction, and lifestyle tools in client-centered coaching.
Understand and explain the science and philosophy behind holistic health modalities.
Support clients in achieving physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Launch or contribute to a wellness-based coaching business or health organization.
📅 Program Structure
🏛️ Core Course List (with Syllabus/Module Breakdown)
Each course includes 3 credit hours unless otherwise noted.
1. Introduction to Holistic Health and Wellness
Description: Explores foundational theories of holistic health, including Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, naturopathy, and Western holistic systems.
Modules:
History and Evolution of Holistic Health
Philosophy of Mind-Body-Spirit Connection
Overview of Global Healing Systems
The Role of Energy in Healing
Introduction to Integrative Medicine
Assessing Wellness vs. Illness
2. Principles of Wellness Coaching
Description: Focuses on the coaching process, communication techniques, and motivational interviewing.
Modules:
Fundamentals of Coaching and Client Relationship
The Psychology of Behavior Change
Active Listening and Powerful Questioning
Building Coaching Plans and SMART Goals
Ethics and Boundaries in Coaching
Case Studies in Real-Life Coaching
3. Nutrition for Health and Healing
Description: Covers the fundamentals of holistic nutrition and its use in disease prevention and health promotion.
Modules:
Macronutrients and Micronutrients
Digestive Wellness and the Gut-Brain Axis
Inflammation and Anti-Inflammatory Diets
Detoxification and Clean Eating
Special Diets (Keto, Paleo, Vegan, etc.)
Holistic Supplements and Herbal Nutrition
4. Anatomy and Physiology for Wellness Coaches
Description: Teaches the essential functions of the human body systems relevant to holistic wellness.
Modules:
Introduction to the Human Body Systems
Musculoskeletal and Cardiovascular Systems
Nervous and Endocrine Systems
Digestive, Urinary, and Reproductive Systems
The Immune and Lymphatic Systems
How Lifestyle Affects Physiology
5. Stress Management and Emotional Wellness
Description: Introduces stress management techniques and emotional regulation strategies.
Modules:
Understanding Stress and Its Impact
The Stress Response System (Fight/Flight)
Breathwork, Meditation, and Relaxation Techniques
Cognitive Behavioral Tools for Coaches
Managing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
Creating Emotional Resilience in Clients
6. Holistic Lifestyle Design and Habit Change
Description: Focuses on building sustainable lifestyle plans tailored to individual client goals.
Modules:
Lifestyle Assessment Tools and Strategies
Sleep, Hydration, Movement, and Routine
Integrating Wellness Practices into Daily Life
Digital Detox and Technology Boundaries
Time Management and Goal Tracking
Coaching for Lasting Habit Change
7. Mindfulness and Meditation Practices
Description: Teaches the principles and benefits of mindfulness-based stress reduction and meditation for holistic coaching.
Modules:
Foundations of Mindfulness and Awareness
Meditation Traditions and Techniques
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Guided Visualization and Body Scans
Journaling and Reflective Practices
Facilitating Mindfulness for Clients
8. Ethics and Business of Holistic Coaching
Description: Covers business planning, ethics, marketing, and setting up a coaching practice.
Modules:
Business Models in Holistic Health
Setting Up Your Practice Legally and Financially
Marketing and Branding as a Wellness Coach
Ethical and Legal Considerations in Coaching
Building a Referral Network and Community
Client Intake, Record Keeping, and Consent Forms
Capstone Project: Holistic Wellness Coaching Practicum (3–6 credits)
Description: A supervised experience in which students complete a real or simulated coaching engagement and submit a written project.
Deliverables:
Case Study on a Coaching Client
Recorded Coaching Sessions with Reflection
Wellness Coaching Plan and Progress Reports
Business Plan for a Holistic Practice
🎓 Elective Course Options (Choose 4)
Course Title
Description
Herbal Remedies and Natural Healing
Introduces herbal safety, use, and preparation methods
Yoga and Movement Therapy
Focuses on yoga as a physical and emotional healing tool
Energy Healing Basics
Covers Reiki, chakra balancing, and subtle energy fields
Functional Fitness and Holistic Exercise
Encourages movement strategies for long-term wellness
Holistic Approaches to Women’s Health
Explores women-specific health issues and natural support methods