Why Training as a Health and Wellbeing Coach Could Be the Most Life-Changing Decision You Make

Have you ever felt stuck in your career, like you’re craving more meaning or purpose? Or maybe you’ve been looking for ways to feel healthier and more balanced in your own life but you’re not sure where to start? 

If that sounds familiar, training as a Health & Wellbeing Coach might just be the change you need. It’s not only about helping others improve their health, it’s a journey that often leads to discovering a better, stronger version of yourself.

Here are six real stories from graduates of HCA who’ve experienced how becoming a wellbeing coach can truly change lives - both their own and those they support.

A Second Career Through Health and Wellbeing Coaching

HCA Health Coach Graduate, Brigitte

After a 37-year career in IT, Brigitte stepped into health coaching as a new calling in the latter part of her life:

"Graduating from HCA has allowed me to step into an exciting new career. Being able to give back and make a difference in the lives of others has to be one of the most rewarding careers."

She now works with women to help them reclaim their health and zest for life. Here’s one of her most memorable moments:

"Working with a lady who lost all her hair to alopecia—after making lifestyle and dietary changes, her hair started to grow back. She also lost weight, regained her health and, most importantly, her confidence and self-esteem."

Better Than Therapy: Health and Wellbeing Coaching in Action 

HCA Health Coach Graduate, Edwina

Edwina started the HCA Level 5 Diploma in Health & Wellness Coaching expecting to learn but didn’t realise just how deeply it would impact her own life:

"It was better than therapy! I’m now in a fantastic space mentally, emotionally, and physically. I’ve discovered what nutrition works for me, I no longer struggle with cravings, and I’ve fallen in love with exercise. I run 10km every weekend!"

Now planning a half marathon and helping others find that same balance, Edwina lives what she teaches and is a walking example of how this training shifts more than just your knowledge, it reshapes your life.

The Unexpected Rewards of Supporting Others’ Health

HCA Health Coach Graduate, Dexter

For Dexter, the ripple effect from training as a health and wellbeing coach began at home and quickly spread far beyond:

"Before starting, my wife and I both weighed about 96kg. Nine months into my studies, I was down to 78kg and she to 76kg. We had more energy, less stress, and more joy."

Dexter now supports his wider community and has even earned the nickname "Mr Health Coach" at work:

"I’ve helped colleagues lose weight, manage diabetes and blood pressure, ease arthritis symptoms, and regain confidence. It’s become my mission."

Finding a Career That Aligns With Your Passion

Monique describes the HCA Health & Wellness Coaching course as the spark she didn’t know she needed:

"It grabbed my attention, motivation, and energy in the most positive way. I completed it in under 9 months—it felt like a journey I didn’t want to stop."

Now working with clients who are managing chronic illness, Monique is inspired by the transformations she witnesses:

"Seeing their newfound sense of agency is incredibly rewarding. I wish I’d done this course sooner—it’s one of my wisest life decisions."

From Struggle to Strength: Turning Experience into a Helping Hand

HCA Health Coach Graduate, Carmen

For Carmen, the path to becoming a wellbeing coach was deeply personal:

"After battling infertility for more than six years, it was only when I began my own healing journey that we were blessed with our rainbow baby, Hannah."

Now a fertility Health Coach, Carmen channels her lived experience into compassionate support for others:

"This course gave me the knowledge and skills to serve the people I’m meant to help. It’s more than a qualification—it’s my calling."

Why Becoming a Wellbeing Coach Changed My Life

HCA Health Coach Graduate, Anita

Anita found far more than she expected from her training:

"Studying to become a Health Coach through HCA has been one of the most life-changing experiences of my life. The course went far beyond my expectations."

She credits the HCA team for their support, professionalism, and world-class training:

"The knowledge, integrity, and tutoring are worth more than the cost of the course. I now have the confidence to bring together nutrition, exercise, and coaching to make a real difference.

Could You Be the Next Health & Wellbeing Coach to Make a Difference?

At HCA, we train compassionate, skilled Health Coaches who go on to make a meaningful impact in their communities - and live healthier, more fulfilling lives themselves.

Are you ready to explore what’s possible? Join one of our free introductory webinars to learn more about what the HCA Level 5 Diploma involves, how we support our students, and what it’s really like to become a certified Health & Wellbeing Coach.