Health and Wellness Promotion prepares students to coach others toward healthier lives through good nutrition, regular exercise, and stress management. Topics include developing healthy diets, physiological and psychological factors in weight management, chronic disease, strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and coping techniques. Macomb Community College is the only National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) approved program in Michigan, meeting published standards for preparing competent health and wellness coaches. Graduates pursue careers in wellness coaching, with pathways to further education at four-year institutions.