Lifestyle Medicine for Adolescents
Self-Study | Stage 5 Certification Course | Virtual
Our Lifestyle Medicine for Adolescents course equips coaches with the skills to address behavioral health issues through lifestyle interventions, covering topics like behavioral health goal setting, nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and techniques for sustaining behavioral change. This program is designed for those who have already completed Stages 1-4 or who have completed their coach certifications elsewhere. Those who have completed Stages 1-4 can add this to earn their Certified Youth Behavioral Health Coach designation, if they meet the minimum eligibility requirements: An associate’s degree (or higher) or 4,000 hours of work experience.
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Class Schedule
Review our training calendar for upcoming Lifestyle Medicine for Adolescents classes. These courses are self-guided and include 15 training hours of self-study content over the course of ten weeks or less. International Coach Federation-credentialed coaches may use this training toward Resource Development CE for the maximum 16 hours of self-paced courses allowed for ICF credential renewal.
Coming Fall 2024
The Core Benefits of the Lifestyle Medicine for Adolescents Program
Enhanced Coaching Credentials
For coaches who have earned dual certification in Youth Well-Being and Resilience Coaching, this Stage 5 course offers a third distinguished certification as a Certified Youth Behavioral Health Coach.
Evidence-Based Curriculum
All our programs are grounded in current research and best practices, including founder Dr. Leah’s Reciprocal Potential Theory. This ensures coaches are learning and applying scientifically supported strategies in lifestyle medicine and behavioral health.
Diversified Career Pathways
As a certified Youth Behavioral Health Coach, you have the opportunity to offer specialized coaching services in behavioral health and apply your skills and knowledge in schools, community centers, private practices, and other youth-serving fields.
Holistic Approach to Youth Well-Being
With a focus on lifestyle medicine, coaches can better address the big picture of their client’s well-being. By looking at the interplay of emotional and mental health with lifestyle factors, like diet and exercise, coaches can provide more comprehensive support.
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Whether you have some coaching experience under your belt, want to better serve youth in your profession, or are exploring a profitable and fulfilling career choice, we’re here to guide you on the best path forward. Fill out our contact form or schedule a live 20-minute Q&A to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Participants should have completed Stages 1-4 of our training program or hold equivalent coach certifications from other accredited programs. Additionally, we require documented completion of an associate degree or higher, or 4,000 hours of work experience.
The course covers a range of topics including behavioral health goal setting, nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and techniques for sustaining behavioral change in adolescents.
Successfully completing the course allows participants who have finished Stages 1-4 to be eligible for the Certified Youth Behavioral Health Coach designation.
Yes, it’s suitable for all coaches who have foundational coaching skills and are interested in specializing in youth behavioral health and well-being. Additionally, the skills learned in this program are not limited to adolescents and can be applied to any age group, including adults.
Absolutely, the skills and knowledge gained are applicable in a variety of settings, including group coaching, educational institutions, and community youth programs.
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