Are you eager to elevate your overall well-being to effectively navigate life’s challenges? This course is ideal for personal growth or individuals passionate about pursuing a career in health and wellness.
The Certificate of Health and Wellbeing is a professional development course designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of health, fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being.
In this health and wellbeing course, you will explore factors influencing physical activity, motivations and barriers to exercise, and strategies for boosting self-esteem through fitness. You will also learn about lifestyle choices and the role of physical activity in preventing disease. Additionally, you’ll discover practical strategies for healthy eating, including balanced diets, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and superfoods.
You will explore the benefits of exercise for health and longevity, develop personalised exercise plans, learn stress management techniques, and study preventative healthcare, mental health, and alternative medicine, including meditation, yoga, and herbal remedies.
On completion of this course, you will have a strong foundational knowledge of health, fitness, and wellness, empowering you to make informed lifestyle choices for personal development or career advancement.
Course Structure
Unit - Certificate of Health and Wellbeing
Unit 1 – Introduction to Health and Fitness
- Understanding wellbeing
- Health and fitness industry
- Motivations for exercise
- Barriers to exercise
- Factors influencing physical activity participation
- Strategies to increase exercise participation and self-esteem
- Identifying reliable sources of health information
Unit 2 – Lifestyle and Health
- Reducing health risks through physical activity
- The benefits of regular exercise
- Hope molecules
- Obesity
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Type 2 diabetes
- Sarcopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Alcohol
- Tobacco
- Recreational drugs
- Practical strategies for healthy eating
- Incorporating physical activity and managing stress
- Supporting mental health through lifestyle choices
Unit 3 – Nutrition Fundamentals
- Fundamental principles of nutrition
- Initial and ongoing quality of food ingredients
- Carbohydrates, proteins, fats
- Major and trace minerals (e.g., Iron, Zinc, Selenium)
- Vitamins (A, B complex, C, D, E, K)
- Water
- Dietary sources of essential nutrients
- Cooking methods
- Ingredient compatibility
- The glycaemic index
- Concepts of a balanced diet
- Australian guide to healthy eating
- Importance of superfoods and sea vegetables
Unit 4 – Healthy Eating
- Childhood, adolescence, pregnancy, old age
- Anorexia nervosa
- Bulimia
- Obesity
- Binge and compulsive eating
- Impact of food processing on nutritional value
- Canning, pasteurisation, freezing, dehydration
- The role of chemicals in food preservation
- Nutritional deficits in Western diets
- Dietary adjustments and lifestyle changes
Unit 5 – Exercise for Health and Longevity
- Physiological benefits of exercise
- Cardiovascular health
- Muscle strength and flexibility
- Metabolic function
- Psychological benefits of exercise
- Stress reduction
- Cognitive function
- Mental health improvement
- Exercise and longevity
- Exercise impact on healthy aging
- Aerobic exercise
- Strength training
- Flexibility and balance
- High-intensity interval training
- Callisthenics
- Functional training
- Exercise and disease prevention
- Reducing the risk of chronic illness
- Mental health management
- Mobility and independence in aging
- Developing a personalised exercise plan
- SMART goal setting
- Maintaining lifelong physical activity
- Motivation and adherence strategies
- Role of community and social support
Unit 6 – Stress Management
- Understanding stress and its physiological responses
- Impact of chronic stress
- Managing stress
- Developing personal stress management programs
- Techniques for controlling stress
- Lifestyle adjustments for reducing stress
- The impact of under-stressing
- Substance use and stress
- Drugs and alcohol
- Prescribed and non-prescribed drugs
- Practical stress management techniques
- Physiological sigh
- Eustress
Unit 7 – Preventative Health
- Importance of preventative health
- Preventative vs. reactive healthcare
- Understanding baseline health metrics
- Blood pressure
- Cholesterol
- Body mass index
- Blood sugar levels
- Resting heart rate
- Waist-to-hip measurement
- Regular health checkups
- Self-assessment
- Key preventative measures
- Adults, children and seniors
- Importance of regular blood tests and health screenings
- Vaccinations and recommended vaccination schedules
- The role of eHealth and digital monitoring
- Preventative health policies in Australia
Unit 8 – Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Definition and importance of mental health
- Mental health vs. mental illness
- Biological factors (genetics, brain chemistry)
- Psychological factors (cognitive patterns, emotional regulation, self-esteem, cognitive resilience)
- Social and environmental factors (social connections and environment)
- Mental wellbeing
- Resilience
- Work-life balance
- Positive psychology
- PERMA model
- Strategies
- Common mental health disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder)
- Eating disorders
- Stress-related disorders
- Substance use disorders
- The importance of supportive relationships
- Types of relationships
- Effects of negative relationships and social isolation
- Stigma and mental health
Unit 9 – Alternative Medicine
- Understanding alternative, complementary, and integrative medicine
- Origins and cultural influences
- The relationship between alternative and conventional medicine today
- Mind-body interventions
- Meditation
- Yoga
- Hypnotherapy
- Biofeedback
- Traditional systems
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Ayurveda
- Manipulative methods
- Chiropractic
- Osteopathy
- Massage therapy
- Dietary supplements
- Herbal remedies
- Energy Therapies
- Reiki
- Acupuncture
- Magnetic therapy
Study Hours
Estimated duration 30 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Very enjoyable. Good information provided, easy to follow.
Samantha | Wamberal, NSW | Certificate of Health and Wellbeing
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:-
- Life coach
- Health coach
- Counsellor
- Community education
- Sports coach
- Health support services
- Personal trainer
- Motivational speaker
- Health food retail/sales
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