This qualification develops professional wellbeing coaching skills, combining mental health and trauma awareness with practical coach training to support clients’ emotional, mental, and physical we...
This Level 5 certificate is a 22-credit qualification with two mandatory units focused on wellbeing coaching, mental health and trauma awareness, and practical coach training for professional development.
ICTQual AB Level 5 qualification
2 mandatory units
Total of 22 credits
Focus on wellbeing coaching and trauma awareness
Practical coach training for certification
Typical completion in 1-2 months
The ICTQual Level 5 Certificate in Wellbeing Coaching is designed to equip learners with the expertise to support and guide clients toward improved emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing. It combines theoretical understanding with practical coaching techniques to prepare learners for effective work in the growing wellbeing sector.
Develop specialised wellbeing coaching knowledge
Build practical coaching and client-support skills
Study mental health and trauma awareness
Strengthen communication and rapport-building ability
Prepare for work in health, wellness, and support settings
Gain a recognised Level 5 certificate for progression
Learners will develop knowledge and applied skills from both mandatory units, covering mental health awareness, trauma-informed support, and professional coaching practice.
Recognise the signs of mental health disorders and trauma
Understand trauma-informed care principles and supportive wellbeing practices
Develop effective communication skills for working with individuals facing mental health challenges
Identify strategies that promote mental wellbeing, resilience, and self-care
Understand key coaching principles, ethics, professional boundaries, and confidentiality
Apply coaching models, active listening, goal-setting, and practical coaching skills to support client growth
This course is intended for learners who want to enter or advance within wellbeing coaching and related helping professions.
Aspiring wellbeing coaches
Health and fitness professionals
Counsellors and mentors seeking coaching skills
HR and employee wellbeing practitioners
Individuals in helping or support roles
Learners interested in personal development and holistic wellbeing
Applicants should meet the awarding body’s entry expectations and be prepared to complete both theoretical and practical elements of the course.
Minimum age of 18, with strong communication and interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in supporting mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing
Basic understanding of coaching principles is recommended, with access to a computer and internet and commitment to completing assignments and practical assessments
Assessment is designed to check learners’ understanding of course content and their ability to apply coaching knowledge and skills in practice.
Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions
Minimum pass mark of 75%
Assignments linked to course requirements
Practical assessments and hands-on coaching sessions
Successful learners can progress into advanced study, accreditation, and a range of coaching and wellbeing roles.
Advanced coaching qualifications in specialist areas
Professional accreditation with recognised coaching bodies
Career progression in mental health support, wellness, and employee wellbeing
Further study or private practice in coaching and related helping professions
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