Sep. 23, 2025
The University of Missouri College of Health Sciences is excited to launch a new online, non-degree certificate program in health and wellness coaching. Through a partnership with Anthropedia, the certificate will be taught by Kevin Cloninger, teaching professor in the Department of Health Sciences. Dr. Cloninger is the former executive director of the Anthropedia Foundation and a leading scholar in health and wellness.
“I’m thrilled to help bring this training to life at Mizzou,” Cloninger said. “In a world facing so many complex challenges, health and wellness coaching offers a powerful way to support resilience, growth and well-being. Becoming a coach means stepping into a rapidly expanding field that is shaping the future of well-being for individuals and communities alike.”
Kristofer Hagglund, dean of the College of Health Sciences, expressed enthusiasm for the new program and its alignment with the college’s broader offerings.
“Health and wellness coaching is the perfect complement to other health care practices with its holistic, integrated approach to well-being,” Hagglund said. “It’s inspiring to see the field come into its own, and I’m excited for our students to be part of this important and rapidly expanding profession.”
Program benefits
Upon completion of this program, you will be eligible to apply to take the exam to become a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach.
The Anthropedia Well-Being Coach Certification Program does not count toward a Mizzou degree. Individuals who complete the training will receive a certificate of completion issued by the University of Missouri.
This program is also accredited by the Missouri Institute of Mental Health for continuing education. Mental health and social services professionals may receive CE credit for an additional fee.
Program format
The Anthropedia Well-Being Coach Certification Program is 100% online and completed over the course of 10 months. The program includes live Zoom sessions and pre-recorded modules for each unit, along with homework.
The training program begins in October 2025. Enroll by Oct. 18 for the 2025-26 cycle.
Program cost
Training tuition is $3,000 if paid in full at the time of enrollment; Anthropedia also offers a monthly payment plan option that totals $3,600.
Learn more
Visit the Anthropedia website or email kcloninger@health.missouri.edu to learn more about this certificate program.
