"The Health and Wellness Coaching Program at San Diego Mesa College provided me with the confidence and education necessary to advance in my career. The quality and depth of the material, combined with the opportunity to apply what was learned, is invaluable. Hands-on learning for real-world scenarios, guided by experienced professors, thoroughly prepared me for the field. The support and knowledge from the faculty exceeded my expectations. I am extremely happy with my decision to choose San Diego Mesa College for this program. It was time well spent, and I will apply what I learned every day in my new career!"
--Rachel G.
"The program has been a truly transformative experience for me. The curriculum not only prepared me to pass the exam but also gave me practical tools to build my confidence as a coach. The supportive faculty and structured training helped me grow both personally and professionally. Today, as a certified NBC-HWC, I feel equipped and inspired to support others in their health and wellness journeys — and I credit this program for laying such a strong foundation."
— Mariia A., NBC-HWC
"I had the incredible opportunity to participate in the San Diego Mesa College Health Coaching program, and I can confidently say it has been a transformative experience. This program not only equipped me with a wealth of knowledge on health and wellness, but it also deeply instilled in me the importance of empathy and client-centered care. The emphasis on active listening and building strong, empathetic relationships with clients has been a game-changer. I learned how to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel genuinely heard and understood. This foundation of trust and understanding is crucial for effective coaching and has significantly improved my interactions with clients. Furthermore, the program's focus on setting SMART goals has provided me with a practical framework to help clients break down their health objectives into manageable, actionable steps. This has made it easier for clients to track their progress and stay motivated, leading to more sustainable and lasting changes."
-- Carole T.
"My experience in the San Diego Mesa College Health and Wellness Coaching Program has been transformative. I feel thoroughly equipped to enter this industry, thanks to the incredible support and resources provided by this community. Professor Jeni Davenport and Director Kelsey Graham have been instrumental in my preparation, and I am grateful to have them as trusted mentors as I continue to gain experience and apply the skills I’ve developed."
-- Ashley W.
"I am incredibly grateful for my experience in the Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate Program at San Diego Mesa College. Professor Jeni’s teaching was truly outstanding, she brought so much passion, knowledge, and real-world insight into every lesson, making complex concepts easy to understand and apply. Her dedication to student success was evident in the way she encouraged and challenged us to think critically while providing the support we needed to grow.
Program Director Kelsey was also incredibly helpful, ensuring that we had the resources and guidance necessary to thrive. In fact, every instructor I had in this program was amazing—each brought a unique perspective, expertise, and enthusiasm that made learning engaging and impactful. I feel well-prepared to step into the field of health and wellness coaching with confidence, and I’m so appreciative of the education and mentorship I received. Thank you for an enriching and transformative experience."
-- LaShandra B.
"The San Diego Mesa College Health Coaching Certification is an excellent and comprehensive program. It provided me with the information to start a community group that focuses on health and wellness and longevity. I also just published a book with the information I learned entitled, “The Holistic Guide to Longevity.” I highly recommend this course to others wanting to certify as a Health and Wellness Coach."
-- Susan P.
"I find the 19-Unit SDMC Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate Program to be a great source of information for Personal Growth. EXSC 294 is a wonderful course that helps students focus on positivity in our interactions with our clients that we can also apply to our personal relationships. EXSC 294 also helps students learn how to help our clients identify their own goals and strategies for achieving positive Health and Wellness changes. EXSC 294 also teaches students how to support their clients on their individual journeys. HEAL 107 provides detailed information about the consequences of unhealthy lifestyle choices. interpersonal Communication helped me review important instances on interpersonal communication in my past. Public and Health Social Justice showed me that there are still enormous healthcare disparities around the globe, which I believe is important for all of us to know about.
The course also allows students to develop plans and strategies that can help mitigate some of the healthcare disparities. The entrepreneurship course ultimately teaches students how to develop a business plan, which is especially important for the brave students who are willing to venture out on their own. The program has helped me grow as a person during the past few semesters and I will be able apply the positive communication skills I have learned to help improve my personal relationships."
-- Sue S.
"This program exceeded all my expectations! The information was professionally and compassionately presented by Professor Jennifer Davenport-Furniss, and evolved on a weekly basis to build skills and competencies. She was patient, understanding and knowledgeable through her experiences as a practitioner - and used anonymous examples from her work to bring the concepts of what we were learning to life.
The scope of practice for coaches is much different from roles for counselors, therapists, or other helping professionals so it take some new and different ways of thinking and practicing skills to get comfortable - but by the end of the program it makes sense as a transformational approach that works!
I highly recommend this program! It was a extraordinary educational experience and I look forward to studying for the certification exam and launching a practice after that in the near future."
-- Lita L.
"I highly recommend this program to anybody interested in pursing a career in Health & Wellness Coaching or simply those of you that might want to improve your own health. This program provided me with fundamental tools to support others and to help myself in the process. The faculty who teaches are experts in the field of Health & Wellness Coaching. The Department itself has great customer service, I felt supported by all faculty members and my questions were never unanswered. I am grateful to the team that put this program together."
-- Eva A.
"The Health and Wellness Coaching Program at San Diego Mesa College was an excellent choice to compliment my professional health and wellness profile. I found it to be transformative because it provided me with unique tools to serve at a higher level and provide unparallel quality programming. The faculty team is well versed, very professional and are subject matter experts in their respective fields. I am grateful for such an inspirational experience and happy to help bring the best in everyone during their wellness journey."
-- JC G.