All classes outlined below depending on the pathway are required. If you come into the M.A. program with your NBC-HWC or an ICF ACC or higher you are eligible to replace 5701 Fundamentals of Health Coaching I and 5703 Health Coaching Practicum I with any electives of your choosing. The School of Graduate Studies requires a minimum of 30-credit hours to graduate with an M.A. degree, thus these credits can not be waived.