GLP-1: Weight Loss Support Training
Online
Self paced
2 weeks
3-4 hrs/wk
$159
Specialized Training for Lasting Results
GLP-1 use is transforming the weight loss landscape. The GLP-1 Weight Loss Support Training gives you the tools to guide clients through side effects, habit change, and long-term success.
30%
of patients stop GLP-1 treatment within 4 weeks, before reaching the target dose.
700%
increase in GLP-1 use among adults without diabetes between 2019 and 2023.
1 in 8
U.S. adults in a 2024 study report ever having taken a GLP-1 agonist.
x3
Prescription volume has nearly tripled since 2020 in the United States.
10%
increase in 2024 of prescription GLP-1 and obesity drugs in the U.S.
20%
of women aged 50-64, the highest subgroup rate, report ever having taken GLP-1s.
Who’s this Program For?
- Health & Life Coaches
You want specialized tools to support clients using GLP-1s with compassion and confidence. - Nutrition & Fitness Professionals
You want tools to protect strength, meet nutrition needs, and build lasting habits. - Wellness Practitioners
You want science-based tools to guide mindset, behavior change, and lifestyle shifts.
What You’ll Get
- Specialized GLP-1 Training
Understand how these medications affect body, behavior, and mindset. - Proven Coaching Frameworks
Use tools and guides to support lasting behavior change. - Practical Coaching Skills
Manage side effects, work with providers, and support clients throughout their journey.
What You’ll Learn
Learn how GLP-1s affect body, behavior, and mindset, and gain tools to coach clients through every stage of their journey.
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Module 1 Foundations of GLP-1 Medications
Understand how they support weight loss, their effects on the body, and common side effects.
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Module 2 Professional Collaboration in GLP-1 Treatment
Communicate clearly with clients, partner with healthcare providers, and stay within scope.
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Module 3 Behavioral and Emotional Support Strategies
Coach clients through mindset shifts, resilience, and lasting behavior change.
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Module 4 Training Considerations for GLP-1 Users
Safely adapt activity for clients experiencing side effects and support confidence in movement.
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Module 5 Personalized Program Design
Design tailored strategies that align with each client’s needs and goals.
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Module 6 Long-Term Support and Maintenance
Help clients transition off medications and build long-term healthy habits.
Coaching
Beyond the Medication
Online
& live classes
2 weeks
3-4 hrs/wk
$159
- 100% Online, self-paced learning.
- Specialized training for GLP-1 coaching.
- Certificate of completion included.
Meet Your Instructors
Our instructors are industry experts who combine evidence-based knowledge with hands-on coaching experience, giving you the guidance to learn with confidence.
NBC-HWC
Alyssa Poggioli
MS, CN, NBC-HWC
Brooke Jeffries
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long is the course?
The GLP-1 Weight Loss Support Training is a self-paced, online program featuring approximately 6 hours of content. You can complete it on your own schedule, with flexible access that allows you to progress at the pace that works best for you.
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What can I expect from the course?
The GLP-1 Weight Loss Support Training provides specialized tools to help you confidently coach clients using GLP-1 medications. You’ll learn how to manage side effects, support sustainable behavior change, and guide clients in building healthy habits that last beyond treatment. This program combines science-based education with practical coaching strategies, preparing you to work effectively in one of today’s fastest-growing areas of health and wellness.
You’ll gain a clear understanding of how GLP-1 medications impact appetite, metabolism, and mindset; how to coach clients through common side effects; and how to apply proven frameworks for habit formation and long-term success. You’ll also learn strategies for coaching beyond the medication and collaborating with healthcare providers while staying within your professional scope. -
Who will I learn from?
The program is led by Health Coach Institute’s team of board-certified instructors and industry experts in coaching, nutrition, and behavior change.
Alyssa Poggioli, NBC-HWC – Executive Coach and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach specializing in leadership development, emotional intelligence, and communication. Alyssa is also co-author of The Successful Mind: Tools to Living a Purposeful, Productive, and Happy Life.
Brooke Jeffries, MS, CN, NBC-HWC – Lead Instructor and Program Director of the Advanced Health Coach Certification and Master Your Stress. A Certified Nutritionist and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach. Brooke advises the NBHWC Program Approval Commission and serves on university academic advisory boards to advance professional coaching standards.
Course Contributors:
Jenny Liebl, CPT – Master Trainer, IFBB Pro, and Strength & Conditioning CoachSkye Halliday Wilson, CPT – Nutrition Coach and Strength & Conditioning Specialist
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Who is this course for?
- Health and Life Coaches who want specialized tools to support clients using GLP-1s with compassion and confidence.
- Nutrition and Fitness Professionals who want strategies to preserve strength, meet nutrition needs, and help clients build sustainable habits.
- Wellness Practitioners who want science-backed tools to guide mindset shifts, behavior change, and long-term lifestyle success.
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Do I need prior experience to enroll?
No prior experience is required. This course is designed for both new and experienced professionals in health, wellness, and coaching who want to expand their expertise and meet the growing demand for GLP-1 weight loss support.
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Is the course self-paced or live?
The course is 100% online and self-paced, allowing you to learn on your own schedule with flexible access to course materials throughout your training.
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Why take this training now?
GLP-1 use is transforming the weight loss landscape, with a 700% increase in use among adults without diabetes between 2019 and 2023, yet 30% of patients stop treatment within the first four weeks. This training prepares you to bridge that gap, helping clients build sustainable habits and long-term health beyond medication.
Graduate Ready to Coach With Confidence
Impactful coaches guide health, mindset, and life. With the Dual Certification, we’re here to help you do the same.
