Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Coaching for Lifestyle and Wellbeing Management

Qualification Overview

This suite of qualifications is designed to equip learners with a comprehensive understanding of coaching and its vital role in promoting health. Learners will develop practical, industry-relevant skills for a career in professional coaching, encompassing executive coaching, business coaching, mentoring, leadership, as well as nutrition, health, and wellbeing coaching.

These qualifications are particularly suited to professionals advancing from holistic and complementary therapies, those in leadership or corporate wellbeing roles, and healthcare practitioners seeking to enhance their current practice with client-centred coaching.

Upon successful completion of either the QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching or the QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Coaching for Lifestyle and Wellbeing Management, learners will gain valuable occupational skills for employment, further study, or degree progression.

Graduates also have the opportunity to attain prestigious industry accreditations and recognition from leading bodies, including the International Coach Federation (ICF), the UK and International Health Coaching Association (UKIHCA), and the Personalised Care Institute (PCI).

Units

To achieve this qualification 9 units must be successfully completed. This includes 6 mandatory units and at least 3 optional units, to achieve a minimum of 68 credits

Mandatory

Psychology and Wellbeing Foundations
Human Nutrition
Wellbeing Management and Coaching Practices
Mental Health and Trauma Awareness
Coach Training for Professional Accreditation
Chronic Disease, Wellbeing Guidelines and Resources

Optional

Women’s Health and Hormones
The Gut and Microbiome
Non-Diet Approach to Coaching
Nutrition Psychology, Food Choices and Eating Habits
Ayurvedic Lifestyle and Nutrition
Sports Nutrition for Optimal Performance
Botanical Healing; An Introduction to Herbal Medicine
Super Foods and Nutrition

Learning Outcomes

Psychology and Wellbeing Foundations: Build a foundational understanding of psychology, behaviour, motivation for change, and wellbeing.
Human Nutrition: Gain a comprehensive knowledge of the principles of human nutrition, diet, and health.
Wellbeing Management and Coaching Practices: Learn how to work effectively and engagingly with clients in a coaching setting.
Mental Health and Trauma Awareness: Develop an understanding of mental health conditions and the available community resources. Learners will also explore the importance of trauma-informed coaching practices.
Physical Health Guidelines: Learn the fundamentals of physical activity for health and health coaching.
Practicum: Enhance and refine coaching skills through a series of guided practical exercises.
Coach Training for Professional Accreditation: Understand the role of a coach, learn how to conduct effective coaching sessions, and align with ICF core competencies and coaching scope of practice.
Chronic Disease, Wellbeing Guidelines and Resources: Recognise health red flags, understand when to refer clients onwards, and learn how to access key health resources and guidelines.
Women’s Health and Hormones: Explore women’s health and wellbeing, the factors influencing it, common health conditions affecting women, and the link between hormones and health.
The Gut and Microbiome: Study the physiology of the gut and its connections to both physical and mental health conditions.
Non-Diet Approach to Coaching: Discover the benefits of a non-diet coaching approach for fostering positive body image and healthy relationships with food.
Nutrition Psychology, Food Choices and Eating Habits: Examine the psychology behind eating habits, food behaviours, and preferences to support clients more effectively in food coaching.
Ayurvedic Lifestyle and Nutrition: Learn the basic principles of Ayurvedic medicine and practices for balancing health and wellbeing.
Sports Nutrition for Optimal Performance: Understand the specific nutritional and fuelling needs of athletes and active individuals.
Botanical Healing: An Introduction to Herbal Medicine: Explore the foundational principles of herbal medicine and the role of plant-based remedies in health and wellbeing.
Superfoods and Nutrition: Investigate the evidence behind functional foods and their potential health benefits.

Entry Requirements

Approved Centres are responsible for reviewing and making decisions as to the applicant’s ability to complete the learning programme successfully and meet the demands of the qualification. The initial assessment by the centre will need to consider the support that is readily available or can be made available to meet individual learner needs as appropriate.

The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access. For this qualification, applicants must be aged 18 or over.

Specifications

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Qualification title:	Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Coaching for Lifestyle and Wellbeing Management
Qualification type:	Occupational Qualification
Level:	5
Accreditation status:	Accredited
Credit Equivalency:	68
Qualification number (RQF):	610/2580/X
Progression routes:	• QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Health and Wellness Coaching. • Employment in an associated profession. • Degree progression when combined with another relevant 60 credit qualification for example, the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Wellness Coaching.
Availability:	UK and international

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MARKETING

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

PSYCHOLOGY

HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT

HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DATA SCIENCE

CYBER SECURITY

LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

EARLY YEARS EDUCATION

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

TEACHING AND COACHING

AESTHETIC PRACTICE

SPORTS COACHING

WELLNESS

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