At The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), we learn about the principal of ikigai in our health coaching certification program. The Japanese concept of ikigai (pronounced ick-ee-guy) means “reason for being.” It is the intersection of four main factors: what you love, what you do well, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. […]
Most people know that the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is responsible for food digestion. However, many people are surprised to find out that over two-thirds of the immune system resides there. Having a highly functional immune system depends on having a healthy gut. Any impairment in our digestive health means that our immune system is not […]
Do I need a specific education or degree to become a health coach? The answer is no, more than 50% of our students come from a non-healthcare background! […]
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We recognize that there are many options when it comes to choosing the health coaching certification that feels right for you. While there are many factors in deciding what program works for you, we want to break down why The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA) should be your first choice! 1 – Program Recognition At […]
HOW DO I START A HEALTH COACHING BUSINESS?HOW DO I MARKET MYSELF AS A HEALTH COACH?HOW DO I FIND COACHING CLIENTS? These are the questions every health coach will ask themselves at some point or another during their career. At The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), we know that when you decide to become a […]
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The National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) announced that as of April 1, 2021, health and wellness coaches will have a unique taxonomy code. This new taxonomy code marks an important step forward for the profession, demonstrating the important role health and wellness coaches have in healthcare, and moving toward being able to bill for insurance in the future. Health coaching is becoming a mainstream health service, and all trained health coaches stand to benefit from this milestone achievement for the industry. […]
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At The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, we are proud to deliver the international gold standard in health coaching certification. We are the only program designed in collaboration with The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and approved by The National Board for Health and Wellness Coaches (NBHWC). Our award-winning program is approved and recognized by many national and global bodies, many of whom also accept our program for continuing education credits. So what does Functional Medicine Health Coaching look like in action? Three of our alumni share how they’re using their training as Functional Medicine Certified Health Coaches to make a difference for their clients: […]
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FMCA is an approved training program by the UK Health Coaches Association. Learn what our UK alumni have to say about their FMCA experiences. […]
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Health coaches that embrace the potential of these digital tools can improve outcomes for their clients. When coaches make use of the most current technologies available, they become more effective, and more marketable, by expanding the ways they offer support and collaboration. […]
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Health coaches often work with clients to implement individualized food and lifestyle changes that meet the client’s unique needs and health goals. In the course of their work, health and wellness coaches display unconditional positive regard for their clients and a belief in clients’ capacity for change. They honor that each client is an expert on their own life, ensuring that all interactions are respectful and non-judgmental. […]