This ground-breaking and fascinating subject can be completed autonomously or within the college’s Diploma of Holistic Wellness Coaching. “Your cells are listening to your thoughts” partly synopsises this subject, Including the latest award winning research on prematurely ageing cells and healthy cells. You will learn that certain biochemical environments appear to be conducive to several cell ageing mechanisms and how you can support your cells to increase longevity in life. Multiple self-assessment questionnaires & exercises in personality identification and life’s purpose exercises to assist the student (and ultimately the client) through the process of identification and improvement techniques and the setting of personal goals.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• Class participation

This course aims to consolidate your knowledge on various natural remedies and holistic practices to apply to a practical setting where you are able to successfully advise your clients and help them along their health and wellness journey. You will be able to integrate your knowledge of the following modalities and holistic health practices in an advisory capacity (i.e. as a natural health advisor, wellness coach, etc.): Bach Flower Remedies; Basic Aromatherapy and using essential oils for self-care; Herbal preparations/teas.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• One experiental task
• Three on-line quizzes

Description: This unit of study will enable you to develop an understanding of the basic concepts of established nutritional principles and practice and to overview current nutritional trends in order to identify basic individual dietary requirements and negotiate basic dietary change as appropriate to the individual.

Learning Hours: Learning hours are inclusive of all supervised and prescribed activities throughout the duration of this unit of study. These may include lectures, on-line tasks, forums, assessments, prescribed reading, research, assignments and activities.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• One written assignment
• One on-line quiz

Pre-requisites: Nil.

Co-requisites: Nil

Description: Food as Medicine explores the healing potential of foods, beverages and dietary patterns using the best knowledge from both traditional and scientific sources. In this unit of study you will learn how to recommend wholesome foods and beverages based on seasonally available ingredients that delight the senses whilst providing specific phytochemicals and nutrients. You will also learn how to communicate knowledge of nutritional medicine philosophy, principles and practices

Learning Hours: Learning hours are inclusive of all supervised and prescribed activities throughout the duration of this unit of study. These may include lectures, on-line tasks, forums, assessments, prescribed reading, research, assignments and activities.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• One written assignment
• Two on-line quizzes

Pre-requisites: Nil

Co-requisites: Nil

The value of focused ‘meditative’ and wellness practices are explored through readings, exercises, research & practical videos including: Mindfulness Meditation; Acceptance & Commitment skills; Loving/ Kindness Meditation; Gratitude & Wellness; Consciousness & Yoga; Qi-gong & Tai-chi; the power of positive affirmations.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• Gratitude journal activity

A resilient growth mindset opens up a whole new world in observation, behaviour, persona and health. The view you adopt for yourself profoundly affects the way you lead your life.

In this subject you will identify what constitutes a ‘fixed’ and resilient (growth) mindset through a guided 4 step process. Techniques and activities will be identified and taught on how to change your mindset.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• One written assignment

Testimonial: 

This course was nothing short of amazing.  The information is priceless. The delivery was fantastic and it was great to interact with other likeminded people. Besides learning from the information delivered, I also learnt from the other students in the course.

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Description: Students will learn the importance of and techniques in advanced listening skills where they will develop an acute awareness of client goals. Practical role plays for client and coach sessions is all part of this coaching unit. A coach’s ‘Tool-kit is included with forms, checklists, questionnaires and client agreements.

1:1 coaching sessions with your trainer (or an external coach of your choice) are highly recommended though not compulsory. Your investment in these may vary dependent upon your choice of coach and is in addition to your college tuition fees.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• Coaching practice sessions
• One written assignment

Pre-requisites: Nil 

Co-requisites: Nil

Description: At the end of this unit, students will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required to identify weight loss and maintenance strategies for clients. It includes knowledge of physical and psychological qualities of foods, dietary types and trends, diets and lifestyle choices to meet varying client needs with diverse relationships to foods and eating patterns.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• One case study assignment
• One on-line quiz

  
Self Directed Learning: Components of this unit require self directed study where you will perform research and or set tasks followed by reviews promoting learning, engagement, debate and group discussion.

Pre-requisites: Introduction To Nutrition
Co-requisites: Nil

As a wellness coach and advisor, one of the most important ways to help your clients keep on track with their self-care routine is to work with them to create self-care plans that are goal-oriented. A self-care plan is always customised taking into account a person’s unique circumstances, health and other factors. This unit will not only look at care plans for one self, but also the different stages of life from the teenage years and adolescence through to mid-life and beyond.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• One written assignment

Description: In this unit of study, the student will create a clear vision for moving forward into becoming a wellness coach through the identification and re-enforcement of the student’s own goals, the practice of initial coaching and client interviews, sourcing clients, confidence building, and the initial tools required for foundation knowledge in coaching.

1:1 coaching sessions with your trainer (or an external coach of your choice) are highly recommended though not compulsory. Your investment in these may vary dependent upon your choice of coach and is in addition to your college tuition fees.

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• One vision exercise
• One written assignment

Pre-requisites: Wellness Coaching Skills 

Co-requisites: Nil

Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) investigates links between thoughts and emotions, and the resistance to disease.

This short course in PNI provides participants with the opportunity learn about this growing field and get up to date on the most recent evidence-based research of interactions between neural, endocrine and immune processes.

The workshop has a strong focus on the effect of stress and relaxation on psychological and physical well-being and includes practical relaxation skills to reduce the effects of stress-related medical conditions.

In this comprehensive, information packed workshop you will explore the definition and history of PNI and explore connections between nervous, endocrine and immune systems.

You will also learn about stress response pathways, PNI interactions in depression, Alzheimer's and PTSD and explore evidence of the immune response to relaxation and more!

Also included in this workshop are practical relaxations skills to enhance psychological and physical health for you to use personally and provide to clients.

Study options: Join us on campus in Sydney

Assessment
This unit is assessed by:

• Class participation