Become a Cancer Coach

Are you feeling called to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients and survivors, but don't know where to start? Do you struggle to find a sense of fulfillment in your current career, and long to use your skills to help others?

We understand the unique challenges that cancer patients and survivors face, and we know that having a trained professional by their side can make all the difference. That's why we offer two comprehensive courses that will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to become a certified cancer coach.

As a cancer coach, you'll be able to guide and support cancer patients and survivors through their journey, ensuring that their physical, emotional, and mental health needs are met. You'll provide them with hope, inspiration, and support, and help them overcome the challenges that come with cancer treatment and survivorship.

Our Professional Cancer Coaching course is designed for individuals without prior coaching experience who want to specialize in working with cancer patients and survivors. Our Cancer Coaching course for Health and Wellness Coaches is designed for those who already hold a certification in health coaching and are seeking to expand their expertise to the field of oncology.

By completing our courses, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of cancer care, including nutrition, exercise, stress management, communication, and more. You'll develop the skills needed to support cancer patients and survivors through every step of their journey, from diagnosis to survivorship.

But becoming a cancer coach isn't just about gaining knowledge and skills - it's about making a difference in the lives of those who need it most. It's about finding a sense of fulfillment in your career, and using your skills to help others in a meaningful way.

Join our community of cancer coaches and experts who are dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients and survivors. Our courses are self-paced and can be completed online, providing you with the flexibility to learn at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home.

Don't let your desire to make a difference go unfulfilled. Enroll in one of our courses today and start on your journey towards becoming a certified cancer coach. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Professional Cancer Coaching Certification Course
$1995
Enrollment Now Open

12-week online, asynchronous course. Students complete the program of study and must pass the baseline examination before earning their certification. Start your career with a professional foundation.                                               

Health & Wellness Coach Cancer Populations Concentration Certificate Course
$895
Enrollment Now Open

4-week online, asynchronous course. Students complete the program of study and must pass the course examination before earning their certificate. Build upon your existing health coaching skills with a Cancer Coaching Certificate. Existing health coaching certificate required to complete this course; must be from an accredited institution.

This course is an approved CPD course with UKIHCA (7hrs). This course is an approved CPD course with HCANZA (7hrs).

These hours may be used for the purpose of ICF credential renewal in the area of Resource Development.

***Enrollment in this course is only open to Certified Health & Life Coaches who’ve received certification through another institution. Proof of certification is required.       

Want to learn more about our courses?

Grab the curriculum guide that matches your certification needs. CWI’s Cancer Coaching Certification course is intended for individuals seeking certification as a cancer coach. Our Cancer Populations Concentration is a certificate course for individuals who are already certified as Health & Wellness Coaches from another institution.

Frequently
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  • A Cancer Coach is a wellness professional whose goal is to guide and support cancer patients and survivors who seek to explore and transform their mindset, relationships, and physical health. Cancer coaches understand the unique needs and perspectives of cancer patients and survivors across the cancer continuum, helping their clients to achieve their unique wellness goals.

  • The Cancer Wellness Institute offers certification through the successful completion of 1 of 2 available courses:

    Integrative Cancer Coaching Certification: This course is intended for students who are new to the field of coaching. The course provides the foundations necessary for becoming a coach and the knowledge necessary to work with the cancer population. The course is 6 Modules and requires the student to submit mentor sessions and pass the certification exam. The course can be completed in as little as 12-weeks.

    Health & Wellness Coach Cancer Populations Concentration Certificate: This course is intended for students who have already earned a certification as a Health & Wellness Coach from another institution. The course is 3 modules and requires the student to pass the course assessment before receiving their certificate. The course can be completed in as little as 4-weeks.

  • CWI’s Cancer Coaching Certification course provides the education and training needed for students to become professional Cancer Coaches. The course centers around CWI’s Core Concepts, the “3 Pillars of Effective Cancer Coaching,” and includes learning the fundamentals of coaching and the in-depth knowledge needed to effectively coach cancer patients and survivors.

    CWI’s CCC course has 6 modules with 3-5 lessons in each module. Students must successfully pass module assessments before moving on to the next module. Upon completing all 6 modules successfully, students must take and pass (with a 70% or higher) the certification exam and submit mentor sessions in order to obtain certification. The course can be completed in as little as 12-weeks.

  • The HWC Cancer Populations Concentrations certificate course provides the education and training needed for HWC certified professionals to become professional Cancer Coaches. The course centers around CWI’s Core Concepts, the “3 Pillars of Effective Cancer Coaching,” and includes the in-depth knowledge needed to effectively coach cancer patients and survivors.

    CWI’s CCC course has 3 modules with 3-5 lessons in each module. Students must successfully pass the course assessment before obtaining their certificate. The course can be completed in as little as 4-weeks.

  • Professional Cancer Coaches:

    ~ Partner with doctors in their private practices

    ~ Work at Cancer Centers and Regional Hospitals in Patient Servcies

    ~ Work with Corporate Health Programs to support employees with chronic disease

    ~ Start their own part-time or full-time business as an individual or group coach

    ~ Speak at conferences and health summits

    ~ Provide health & wellness workshops in the cancer community

    ~ Become book or blog authors

    ~ Create online courses for cancer patients and survivors

    ~ Becomes advocates with local & federal goverment to influence health and cancer-related policies

    ~ Become podcasters, Vloggers, and social media influencers.