It’s not the law, so why would you need a wellness coach certification to be a wellness coach? Did you know that you could become a lawyer in some states without going to law school? Yes, you can “read the law” (study the law) and then work as an apprentice on your journey to become a lawyer.

But, who becomes a lawyer without going to law school? Yes, Abraham Lincoln did it, but that was a long, long time ago!

Future lawyers go to law school so they can study with their peers, receive a proper education about the law, and earn a diploma which helps them get a job or attracts clients.

You can become a wellness coach without a wellness coach certification, or without any formal or accredited education. But, is this the right route to take to become a wellness coaching professional?

You Should Have a Wellness Coach Certification

Why should you have a wellness coaching certification?

1. To maximize your talents and skills as a coach
2. To learn the newest methods and strategies for working with clients.
3. To learn how to obtain and retain clients
4. To learn how to run a coaching business
5. To learn as much as you can about health and wellness

Mentor Coaching For Future Coaches

There is one more very important reason to get your wellness coach certification. Many coaching\programs offer mentor coaching as part of their curriculum. Mentor coaching is invaluable and is perhaps the most important component of any accredited coaching program.

Could you get mentor coaching without taking a coaching program? Maybe. But, when you receive mentor coaching as part of an accredited program, you can be sure that you are getting honest and practical help on your journey to become a coach.

Certified Coaches Make More Money and Get Noticed

According to studies by Sherpa Executive Coaching and others, professional coaches who are trained and certified find success earlier, and are more likely to stay in the profession.

Coaches with a certification distinguish themselves from coaches who are not formally trained and certified. Coaching is a competitive business, and it is becoming more competitive each year. You have to get noticed if you want to stay in business. Perception is reality, and whether it is true or not, the perception is that certified coaches are better coaches.

Do You Want to be Certified?

According to a study by the International Coach Federation (ICF), 84% of coaches believe that credentials were “important” or “very important.” Some coaches like to say that clients don’t care about certification, but it seems that coaches care, which probably means they know that clients care.

If clients care, or even if you only think they care, then you should care. Credentials are important, and as the coaching industry continues to evolve and become more professional, and perhaps regulated, certification will become that much more vital to a coach’s success.

If you want to become a successful wellness coach, you won’t get there without the education, training, and certification. Yes, you need a wellness coach certification.

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Fred Philips
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