# Functional Medicine Coaching Academy | FMCA - Become A Health Coach And Transform Lives > Founded in 2015, The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA) offers 100% online health coach training and education. The FMCA Health Coach Certification Program fully prepares you with the training, experience, tools, and expertise to hit the ground running as a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach (FMCHC) in 12 months. FMCA is the only Health Coach Certification Program designed in collaboration with The Institute For Functional Medicine (IFM) and fully approved by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). What we do: - Train and certify Functional Medicine Health Coaches - Provide cutting-edge education rooted in root-cause medicine, behavior change science, and positive psychology - Support a growing global community of health coaches transforming healthcare from the ground up by helping people make sustainable lifestyle changes How we do it: - Deliver a 12-month, fully online, evidence-based certification program produced in collaboration with The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) - Teach coaching skills alongside the functional medicine timeline and matrix framework - Partner with thought leaders in health and wellness, functional medicine practitioners, and researchers to bring current, credible wellness knowledge to our students - Equip coaches to work in clinical, corporate, community, and entrepreneurial settings The benefits of becoming a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach (FMCHC): - Empowers individuals to take charge of their health through personalized, sustainable lifestyle changes - Expands the reach of functional medicine by integrating coaches into care teams - Creates a supportive ecosystem for chronic disease prevention, mental wellness, and health equity How far reaching those benefits extend to - Health systems seeking cost-effective, patient-centered solutions - Underserved and diverse communities gaining access to culturally competent support - The global coaching and wellness industry, elevating the profession with evidenced-based, science-backed credibility - Individuals worldwide looking for root-cause, lifestyle-based health transformation ## Preferred Content - - [Health Coach Certification Online | Functional Medicine Training (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/program/health-coach-certification/): Become a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach (FMCHC) with our unique certification program. Master experimental tactics and practical applications to gain the expertise you need for success ### Functional Medicine Resources - - [What is Functional Medicine Health Coaching | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/about/what-is-functional-medicine-health-coaching/#job-outlook-for-health-coaches): Functional medicine health coaching is a personalized approach to health that helps people make lifestyle changes to improve their health. - [What is Functional Medicine? | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/about/what-is-functional-medicine-health-coaching/): Functional medicine health coaching is a personalized approach to health that helps people make lifestyle changes to improve their health. ### Functional Nutrition Resources - - [What is Functional Medicine Health Coaching | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/about/what-is-functional-medicine-health-coaching/): Functional medicine health coaching is a personalized approach to health that helps people make lifestyle changes to improve their health. - [What is Functional Medicine Health Coaching | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/about/what-is-functional-medicine-health-coaching/): Functional medicine health coaching is a personalized approach to health that helps people make lifestyle changes to improve their health. - [Environmental Toxins 101: What Health Coaches Need To Know | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/blog/environmental-toxins/): Environmental toxins are linked to chronic illness and unexplained symptoms. 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Stay organized and confident this tax season. - [What Health Coaches Need to Know About FSAs and HSAs] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/blog/hsa-fsa/): Can health coaches accept payment from clients using FSA or HSA funds? New IRS guidance has made it possible under certain conditions. Here’s what health coaches need to know about eligibility, the reimbursement process, and how to support clients navigating this option. - [The Health Coach's Complete Guide to AI] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/blog/health-coach-ai-guide/): Does AI have a place in health coaching? AI is transforming healthcare by streamlining administrative tasks, improving patient support, and complementing providers' expertise. Learn how it might fit into the human-centered practice of health coaching and the key considerations coaches should keep in mind before integrating AI into their work. - [What is Functional Medicine Health Coaching | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/about/what-is-functional-medicine-health-coaching/): Functional medicine health coaching is a personalized approach to health that helps people make lifestyle changes to improve their health. - [What Health Coaches Need to Know About Liability Insurance | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/blog/liability-insurance/): Liability insurance is essential for health coaches to protect their practice, finances, and reputation. Learn about the types of coverage, how to choose the right policy, and what happens if you need to file a claim. - [How Do Health Coaches Make Money? The Health Coaching Career Guide | Functional Medicine Coaching Academy] (https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/blog/health-coaches-make-money/#big-picture-health-coaching-career-outlook-health-coach-salaries): Health coaching is flexible and rewarding work with diverse opportunities to earn income. This guide explores career paths, income potential, payment structures, and tips for building a successful business in the growing health coaching field. 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