The Integrative Nurse Coach ® Certificate Program offers 120 contact hours and takes places over 7 months. The program is divided into three parts.
Part 1: Integrative Nurse Coach ® Foundations – 12 weeks – 36 Contact Hours
Part 2: Integrative Nurse Coach ® Practicum – 16 weeks – 60 Contact Hours
Part 3: Nurse Coach Board Certification Review – OPTIONAL, at your own pace – 24 Contact Hours
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If you’re passionate about improving patient outcomes and guiding patients on their wellness journeys, this program is for you. INCCP is ideal for nurses who want to integrate holistic, mind-body-spirit techniques into their practice, helping patients achieve long-term health and well-being.
Whether you’re an RN or an APN, a seasoned nurse leader or a recent graduate, this program empowers you to make a lasting impact.
Expand your nursing practice through our 100% online program, where you’ll connect with a small group of like-minded nurses in an interactive, supportive environment. Each group is guided by an expert, practicing board-certified Nurse Coach faculty mentor.
Engage in live video calls, vibrant discussion forums, and comprehensive video lectures. You’ll deepen your knowledge through reflective activities, written assignments, and peer and client coaching sessions.
Our program also integrates awareness practices and holistic approaches, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience that supports both personal & professional growth.
Holistic Nurse Board Certified
(HN-BC)
and
Nurse Coach Board Certified
(NC-BC)
The Integrative Nurse Coach® Foundations course is the first step in the Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program (INCCP).
This 36-contact-hour course establishes the core principles of nurse coaching, emphasizing holistic, mind-body-spirit approaches.
Through a blend of interactive video sessions, discussion forums, bi-weekly live meetings, peer coaching practice and reflective activities, you’ll explore therapeutic presence, effective communication, and integrative health practices.
The course is designed to enhance your self-awareness and professional skills, laying the groundwork for more advanced practices and a deeper connection with your patients.
Duration: 12 Weeks
Contact Hours: 36
Textbook: Nurse Coaching: Integrative Approaches for Health and Wellbeing
Foundations can be taken independently (without Parts 2 or 3) but you will not be eligible for Holistic or Nurse Coach Board Certification, nor the bundle discount.
Students meet online in small groups every other week, providing a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
These sessions are led by experienced board-certified Nurse Coach faculty mentors, providing a valuable opportunity not only to discuss course content and real-world applications but also to focus on your self-development. Engaging in these discussions fosters personal growth, helping you deepen your self-awareness, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
This self-development is crucial as it enhances your ability to connect with patients, understand their needs on a deeper level, and support them more effectively in their wellness journeys.
Students can choose their preferred meeting times one month before the program starts, ensuring the schedule aligns with their personal and professional commitments.
Peer coaching through video conferences, allowing you to connect with fellow students in real time. This format ensures a dynamic and engaging experience, fostering deep connections and collaborative learning.
Tailored Learning Experiences:
While prompts are provided, each peer coaching session is unique, shaped by the individual needs and goals of the participants. This flexibility allows you to practice and apply coaching techniques in a way that resonates with your personal style and the specific context of each session.
Building Confidence and Skills:
Peer coaching is an essential component of the INCCP, offering a safe space to refine your skills and receive constructive feedback. Through these sessions, you’ll build the confidence and competence necessary to effectively guide patients on their wellness journeys, making a meaningful impact in their lives.
The Integrative Nurse Coach® Practicum is the second part of the Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program (INCCP) and consists of 60 contact hours and supervised coaching dedicated to applying the foundational knowledge gained in the first course.
This hands-on, supervised experience allows you to practice and refine your coaching skills in real-world settings. Through client coaching, peer collaboration, and mentor guidance, you’ll develop the competence and confidence needed to effectively support patients in their wellness journeys.
The Practicum is essential for meeting the coaching supervision hours required for board certification, ensuring you are well-prepared for your future role as an Integrative Nurse Coach®.
Duration: 16 Weeks
Contact Hours: 60 contact hours / coaching hours
Textbook: Nurse Coaching: Integrative Approaches for Health and Wellbeing
Students meet online in small groups every three weeks, providing a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
These sessions, led by experienced board-certified Nurse Coach faculty mentors, provide a collaborative environment where you can discuss your client sessions in depth, present case studies, and receive valuable feedback from your peers and mentors.
These meetings also offer opportunities to explore challenges, share insights, and refine your coaching techniques, ensuring you grow both professionally and personally as you work towards becoming a certified integrative nurse coach.
If continuing from Foundations, your group time, leader, and peers will remain the same.
The NC-BC Board Certification Review Course is an included, but optional part 3 of the INCCP. The review course is essential for nurses seeking to achieve the prestigious Nurse Coach Board Certification (NC-BC). Designed as a comprehensive, self-paced review, this 24-contact-hour course equips participants with the knowledge and confidence needed to successfully prepare for the NC-BC certification exam. Through engaging and in-depth content, the course covers the core competencies, standards of practice, and ethical guidelines required for board-certified nurse coaches.
Participants will deepen their understanding of holistic nursing theories, integrative health modalities, and evidence-based coaching practices while gaining valuable insights into the exam structure and question types.
This optional third part of the Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program is ideal for those who want focused preparation and additional study support to enhance their professional credibility and career advancement in nurse coaching.
By completing this review course, nurses will feel empowered to take the NC-BC certification exam with a thorough, well-rounded understanding of the concepts and skills tested, paving the way for certification and future opportunities as a board-certified nurse coach.
