Your Complete Health Coaching Career Pathway
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At Active Health Group, we provide a clear progression route for anyone looking to start or advance a career in health coaching, wellness coaching, or nutritional therapy. Whether you’re completely new to the industry or ready to gain advanced clinical credentials, our pathway makes it simple to choose the right level for you.   You can start at any level, with no prior qualifications required. 

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Level 3 Certificate in Health Coaching (Foundation Level – RSPH Accredited)
Perfect for beginners or those changing career, this foundation health coaching course develops essential coaching skills, behaviour change techniques, and personalised care approaches aligned with NHS and Public Service Improvement (PSI) standards.

Accreditation: Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH)

Format: 100% online – flexible study to fit your schedule

Outcome: Work as an entry-level health coach or progress to Level 5

Progression: Direct entry into Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Integrative Health and Nutrition Coaching, and Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Health Coaching and Clinical Nutrition.
Learn more about Level 3 Health Coaching »

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Level 5  Certificate in Coaching Health and Wellbeing (Lifestyle & Holistic Wellbeing)
Designed for those who want to focus on holistic wellbeing, lifestyle balance, and mindset coaching without in-depth clinical nutrition science.

Accreditation: Level 5 qualification – eligible for UKIHCA affiliate membership

Study Time: 183 accredited hours – complete in up to 12 months

Focus Areas: Stress management, emotional wellbeing, behaviour change, group coaching, holistic health, and client engagement

Ideal For: Coaches, therapists, and wellbeing professionals wanting to expand their services
Learn more about Level 5 Health and Wellness Coaching »

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Level 5 Integrative Health & Nutrition Coaching (Professional, UKIHCA Approved)
Our flagship UKIHCA-approved Level 5 coaching course combines advanced health coaching skills with in-depth clinical nutrition training.

Accreditation: UKIHCA approved – leads to full UKIHCA membership (120 hours live learning required)

Study Load: 620 hours total qualification time (TQT) – typically completed in 12–18 months

Core Content: Anatomy & physiology, pathology, clinical nutrition, gut health, behaviour change, motivational interviewing, NLP, trauma-informed practice, and business skills

Career Outcome: Work at a professional level as a Health & Nutrition Coach with full professional recognition
Learn more about Level 5 Integrative Health & Nutrition Coaching »

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Level 6 Health Coaching & Nutritional Therapy (Advanced Diploma – FNTP Accredited)
The most comprehensive programme in our pathway, combining the Level 5 Integrative Health & Nutrition Coaching qualification with Nutritional Therapy training.

Accreditation: Level 6 Advanced Diploma – recognised by the Federation of Nutritional Therapy Practitioners (FNTP) and accepted for full UKIHCA membership

Practical Training: 25 health coaching sessions + 25 nutritional therapy sessions as assessed case studies

Advanced Skills: Clinical nutritional protocols, functional health assessment, and complex case management

Outcome: Dual-qualified as both a Health Coach and Nutritional Therapist, ready for independent practice in clinical, corporate, or private settings
Learn more about Level 6 Health Coaching & Nutritional Therapy »

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