Becoming a Cancer Health & Wellness Coach is more than a career choice—it’s a commitment to lifelong learning, mastery, and a passion for making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by cancer. As a rapidly emerging profession, cancer coaching offers both financial opportunities and a deeply rewarding career path. Whether you choose to build an independent coaching practice, integrate your expertise into medical or health-related settings, or join Healthville’s global ecosystem of cancer coaches, you’ll be equipped to empower individuals and families through expert guidance and compassionate support.

Our cancer coaching program may be eligible to count towards continuing education activities required by your health professional regulatory college or association. Healthville will provide you with a certificate of completion that includes hours of training completed that you can submit to your college but we do not submit documents directly. Please check the specific requirements of your college for eligibility as they may differ by profession and region.

The NBHWC accreditation certifies that our program meets the highest industry standards, ensuring a rigorous, evidence-based, and client-centered approach to health and wellness coaching. This recognition guarantees that students receive a comprehensive education that prepares them to deliver effective, professional coaching. Upon completing the course modules, graduates will be eligible to sit for the NBHWC exam, earning the prestigious National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) credential, which enhances credibility and expands

This course is designed for regulated health professionals with a university or college degree in fields such as nursing, medicine, psychology, social work, dentistry, health promotion, kinesiology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, nutrition, or other health-related disciplines. Internationally trained medical doctors are also eligible.
Applicants without a healthcare license may be considered if they hold a degree and have at least two years of experience in the health and wellness coaching field.

Our program follows a hybrid learning model, combining self-paced (asynchronous) learning with live, interactive online sessions (synchronous via Zoom) for a comprehensive and flexible learning experience.

The self-guided component—completed in the four weeks prior to online classes—focuses on the unique health challenges, self-management strategies, and concerns of individuals across the cancer continuum (prevention, treatment, survivorship, and advanced disease).

The live online classes incorporate a multi-modal learning approach, including instructor-led lectures, peer practice, demonstration videos, pre-readings, coaching simulations, and interactive exercises to support diverse learning styles.

A standout feature of our program is simulated learning, where participants engage in real-life cancer coaching scenarios with trained actors portraying patients facing cancer-related health challenges, ensuring practical, hands-on experience in a safe, supportive environment.

Our instructors are globally recognized educators, researchers, and practitioners with expertise in cancer, nursing, kinesiology, and psychology. They have made significant contributions to their fields and are deeply committed to advancing cancer care through evidence-based health coaching.

With extensive practical experience in supporting individuals with cancer, our faculty members bring cutting-edge insights into the unique health challenges faced across the cancer continuum. Many hold specialized certifications, including:

Motivational Interviewing Network Trainers (MINT)
Pre-habilitation & Exercise Specialists
Certified Psychotherapists
Each instructor is dedicated to enhancing student learning through expert guidance, interactive training, and hands-on coaching techniques. You can explore their credentials and professional backgrounds in the course descriptions on our website. CLICK HERE to learn more about our instructors.

Applying is simple! Contact us through our website, and our Training Coordinator will personally reach out to:
- Answer any questions you may have
- Provide guidance on the application process
- Send you the enrollment form
Once your eligibility is confirmed, you will be required to submit a deposit toward the full tuition payment. Before the course begins, you will be scheduled for an orientation session, ensuring you are fully prepared for the program.

Our classes are intentionally small, typically accommodating 10 to 15 students, with a maximum cap of 20 to ensure personalized instruction and an interactive learning environment.

- After completing the self-paced (asynchronous) component, you will attend 9 weekly online classes, each lasting 7.5 hours per day.  
- The total instructional time for the course is 82 hours, with an additional 1-2 hours of out-of-class study per week.  
- At the end of the program, you will complete a multiple-choice test and participate in a 2-hour simulated cancer coaching session, where your health and wellness coaching competencies will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

Our program is designed to provide extensive hands-on experience in health and wellness coaching, ensuring you build confidence and proficiency in real-world applications.

✔ Integrated Coaching Practice: Each course module includes guided skill-building exercises to reinforce coaching techniques.

✔ Peer Coaching Sessions: You will complete two structured peer coaching sessions to refine your approach in a supportive environment.

✔ Half-Day Live Coaching Practice: Participate in a dedicated in-class coaching session with peers, where you will apply techniques learned throughout the course.

✔ Full-Day Simulated Coaching Experience: Engage in realistic coaching simulations with a trained standardized cancer patient, allowing you to develop, test, and refine your coaching skills in a safe, supervised setting.

This structured progression of practice-based learning ensures you gain practical expertise, preparing you to confidently support individuals facing cancer-related challenges.

As a student, you’ll have access to a comprehensive suite of learning resources designed to support your growth, both during and beyond the course.

✔ Extensive Course Materials: Includes lecture notes, supplementary readings, interactive learning modules, and industry-leading coaching tools.

✔ Case Studies & Skill Development: Each class integrates real-world case studies, coaching simulations, and hands-on practice to reinforce learning.

✔ User-Friendly Online Learning Platform: Easily accessible anytime, allowing you to review materials, revisit lessons, and track progress at your own pace.

✔ Ongoing Mentorship: 3 mentoring sessions are included. You may opt for more mentorship support to further develop your coaching expertise (available for an additional fee).

Our goal is to provide everything you need—from foundational knowledge to practical application and post-course support—ensuring you’re fully equipped for success as a Cancer Health & Wellness Coach.

Health and wellness coaching is a versatile and in-demand skill set, opening doors to a wide range of career opportunities across healthcare, corporate, and private sectors. As a certified Cancer Health & Wellness Coach, you can apply your expertise in:

✔ Private Practice: Establish your own independent coaching business, offering personalized cancer coaching and wellness programs.

✔ Healthcare & Rehabilitation Centers: Support patients as part of integrative oncology teams, survivorship care programs, or rehabilitation services in hospitals and clinics.

✔ Corporate Wellness Programs: Work with organizations, insurance providers, or employee wellness initiatives to promote cancer prevention, recovery, and resilience strategies.

✔ Fitness & Wellness Centers: Integrate cancer coaching into lifestyle medicine, exercise oncology, and holistic wellness programs.

✔ Nonprofits & Community Health Initiatives: Partner with cancer support organizations and advocacy groups to provide education, coaching, and emotional support to individuals affected by cancer.

✔ Healthville is always looking to hire Cancer Coaches, in full time or consultant roles.

Whether you pursue an entrepreneurial path, clinical role, or corporate position, this certification equips you with the skills to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by cancer

**Mentorship**
As a participant in the Health and Wellness Coach (Cancer Coach) Training Program we value our commitment to helping you grow and achieve your goals to be the best coach you can be, to help people with cancer to optimize their health and wellness. Our mentorship support will focus on supporting you in deepening your coaching skills through one-on-one practice with one of our instructors or a practicing Healthville cancer coach, and/or offering career advice. Mentorship will be comprised of three online sessions; and you may choose an area of focus for skill building and/or discussion of your career directions

The total course fee is CAD$4,950, with an initial deposit of CAD$495 required at the time of registration. The remaining balance is due before the course start date.

Refund Policy:

If we must cancel the course—for example, due to insufficient enrollment (minimum of four students)—you will receive a full refund. If you request a refund, the following policies apply:

Refund Deadlines:

Refund requests must be submitted before the course begins. The earlier the request, the higher the refund eligibility.

Refund Amounts:

Full refunds may be available for early requests.
Partial refunds may apply for later requests.
No refunds will be granted beyond a certain deadline.
Administrative Fees: A processing fee may be deducted from refunds to cover administrative and enrollment costs.
Processing Time: Refunds will be issued via the original payment method and may take a certain period to reflect in your account.
For further details or to request a refund, please contact info@healthville.ca