IIN HEALTH COACH TRAINING PROGRAM SYLLABUS

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1 Course Documents IIN HEALTH COACH TRAINING PROGRAM SYLLABUS NOVEMBER 2015 Q2 SYLLABUS

2 2 COURSE CONTENT The Health Coach Training Program will cover a comprehensive spectrum of dietary theories and provide a holistic understanding of basic nutrition, foundational Integrative Nutrition concepts, expert coaching techniques, and all the business skills you ll need to build your own health coaching practice. Your syllabus will be released on a quarterly basis throughout the curriculum as we continue to develop cutting-edge content. COURSE STRUCTURE The program is comprised of 40 modules that cover Foundation and Guidance, Nutrition and Health, Coaching Skills, Primary Food, and Bonus Business materials. The beginning of the curriculum emphasizes nutrition, wellness, and personal transformation. Next, we introduce you to coaching skills and techniques, where we teach you how to effectively coach clients. Lastly, we provide Bonus Business materials for those who are interested in building a business. Each module will cover a variety of powerful topics and be followed by an assignment, a group discussion, and an optional quiz to gauge your individual comprehension. You will have four tests throughout the curriculum (one every 10 modules). You will be provided with a study guide for each test. Explore the details of what you ll learn in each module on the following pages.

3 3 Module 11 - Monday, February 15, 2016 Weight, Volumetrics, Health Histories, and Coaching Concepts Calorie density and sustainable weight loss Calorie restriction diet Health History demonstrations Basic coaching concepts Health History tips Module 12 - Monday, February 22, 2015 Food Allergies, Blood Types, and The Circle of Life Food allergies and sensitivies History of grains and their role in the diet Blood type and diet Gluten-free diet and lifestyle tips The Circle of Life introduction Primary Food in coaching Primary Food check-in

4 4 Module 13 - Monday, February 29, 2016 Digestive Health and Finding a Support System Elimination diet Allergies and inflammation Digestive distress and healing the gut microbiome Probiotics and prebiotics Cultured and fermented foods Accountability coaching guidelines Intentions check-in Module 14 - Monday, March 7, 2016 Functional Medicine and Basic Communication Skills Functional medicine and the role of Integrative Nutrition Health Coaches Connection between food and love Active listening, reflection, and eye contact Healthy pantry makeover

5 5 Module 15 - Monday, March 14, 2016 Preventive Nutrition, Coaching Guidelines, and Abundance Focusing your energy Food and diet in the context of disease prevention Coaching ground rules Abundance and energy Answers to Health History questions Module 16 - Monday, March 28, 2016 Purposeful Living, Self-Healing, and Powerful Communication The art of living Feng shui basics Tips to keep coaching simple IIN s coaching philosophy Connection between coaching and self-healing

6 6 Module 17 - Monday, April 4, 2016 Bio-Individuality of Protein, Effective Coaching, and Powerful Presence The Atkins Diet The importance of protein Protein sources for animal and plant-based diets Active listening skills High-mileage questions Module 18 - Monday, April 11, 2016 Factory Farming, Environment, and Science in Nutrition Living within environmental limits Conventional farming methods Benefits of sustainable farming Evaluating science in nutrition Food labels and factory farming

7 7 Module 19 - Monday, April 18, 2016 Sustainability, Controversial Topics, and Primary Food Coaching Organic, sustainable, and local food The current food system Holistic farming practices Challenges in nutrition Coaching through relationship issues Tips for successful coaching GMOs in the food supply Module 20 - Monday, April 25, 2016 Evolutionary Eating, Traditional Food, and Self-Promotional Materials The halfway point The Hunter-Gatherer Diet Core principles of a heathy, traditional diet The dairy debate Self-trust check-in Business cards Your Health Coach website Active listening and questioning in coaching