Transform Lives
As A Health Coach
FMCA trains and certifies functional medicine health coaches from all over the world. Are you ready to join the movement that is changing the face of healthcare?
4000+
Functional Medicine Coaching Academy Graduates
126,700+
health education specialists and community health workers (health coaches) employed nationwide1
41 million
worldwide die of non communicable chronic illness and could be helped by a coach2
Why FMCA?
Health coaching is a powerful tool for fixing a broken global healthcare system. At FMCA, we provide industry leading instruction, support, and community to produce certified health coaches who are saving lives.
If you’re considering becoming a health coach, read on to discover what sets our program apart.
The Gold Standard in Health Coaching Certification
FMCA offers the only certification program designed and delivered in collaboration with The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and fully approved by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) and the UK & International Health Coaching Association (UKIHCA).
World-Renowned Educators, Comprehensive Curriculum
Dive deep into positive psychology coaching techniques, functional medicine principles, nutrition and food plans, mind-body medicine, and the psychology of eating, with guidance from leaders across these fields.
Unmatched Community And Alumni Support
FMCA offers career guidance, health coaching resources, and community support for students and alums. We’re always with you!
FMCA’s Program Is Approved By Leading Experts In Health Coaching
Health Coach Talk
Conversations About Wellness Through Functional Medicine Coaching
Hosted by FMCA Founder and CEO Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum, Health Coach Talk features insights from the most well-respected names in Health Coaching and Functional Medicine. Dr. Scheinbaum explores the positive impact that health coaching has on healthcare, as it provides a personalized, patient-centered, science-based approaches to wellness.
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Meet Our Educators
Learn from leading experts in Functional Medicine, Functional Nutrition and the Psychology of Eating, Positive Psychology, Mind-Body Medicine, the Art and Science of Coaching, and the Business of Coaching.
What is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine is an individualized, patient-centered, science-based approach to healthcare that looks beyond symptom resolution to identify why illness occurs and address those root causes to restore health.
What is Functional Medicine
Health Coaching?
Functional Medicine Health Coaches know there’s more to a healthy lifestyle than fad diets and unsustainable exercise regimens.
Latest From Our Blog
Explore the FMCA Blog for informative articles on health coaching, nutrition, functional medicine, and the latest happenings with FMCA.
We offer resources for health coaches looking to better support clients or grow their careers, as well as for wellness enthusiasts and practitioners simply looking for facts and insights on healthy living. Our goal is to provide the FMCA community with knowledge that can help anyone make informed decisions while navigating an individual health and career journey.
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Empowering Change: Introducing the FMCA Community Impact Scholarships
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Alumni Spotlight: Janie Cancila
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25 YouTube Channels Every Health Coach Should Subscribe To
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Healthy Poop 101: The Health Coach’s Guide to Digestion
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