Certificate IV in Nutrition Coaching

Get Qualified as a Nutrition Coach with a Certificate IV in Nutrition Coaching (11396NAT)

A Certificate IV in Nutrition Coaching equips you with the expertise to design and implement personalised nutrition strategies for clients pursuing diverse health and fitness goals.

This qualification prepares you to work as a professional nutrition coach in various settings including fitness centres, wellness clinics, online platforms, and private practice. You'll gain the skills to support clients in achieving sustainable dietary changes through evidence-based coaching techniques.

As a qualified nutrition coach, you'll bridge the gap between general dietary advice and clinical nutrition, working with generally healthy individuals while referring complex cases to registered dietitians and medical professionals.

We’re honoured to have been awarded Student’s Choice Education Provider of the Year at the 2025 AUSactive Awards. This recognition means the world to us because it’s voted by the people who matter most — our students. Thank you for trusting us with your fitness education journey.

What's taught in the Certificate IV in Nutrition Coaching (11396NAT)

Course Outline

Module 1: Nutrition Fundamentals

HLTAAP001:

Recognise healthy body systems

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with basic information about the human body and to recognise and promote ways to maintain healthy functioning of the body.

This unit applies to any worker who needs to use and interpret information that includes references to client anatomy and physiology.

NAT11396002:

Apply nutrition fundamentals in nutrition coaching settings

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to equip practitioners with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to understand and apply key nutrition principles in various coaching settings.

It requires the ability to apply current dietary guidelines and evaluate the nutritional content of various foods. It also requires the ability to establish the relationship between nutrition and metabolic health, with a focus on preventing and managing metabolic disorders.

Module 2: Client Screening and Assessment

NAT11396001:

Conduct nutrition screening and initial client assessment

Learn to conduct professional client assessments and screenings. This unit teaches you how to gather relevant client information, assess health status, and determine appropriate next steps while working within your professional scope of practice.

NAT11396005:

Support nutritional behaviour change

Develop effective coaching skills to support clients in making lasting dietary changes. This unit focuses on behaviour change strategies, goal setting, and techniques to help clients achieve their nutrition objectives.

CHCCOM006:

Establish and manage client relationships

Build strong, professional relationships with clients. This unit covers communication skills, professional boundaries, and relationship management techniques essential for successful coaching practice.

Module 3: Working with the individual: Meal planning and body composition goals

NAT11396003:

Plan for the specific nutritional requirements of women

Understand the unique nutritional considerations for female clients. This unit explores how to tailor nutrition approaches to address the specific needs and goals of women at different life stages.

NAT11396004:

Create and develop meal plans tailored for specific body composition goals

Learn to design customized meal plans that support individual body composition objectives. This unit teaches practical meal planning skills aligned with various client goals and preferences.

NAT11396006:

Provide nutrition and supplementation strategies for health, performance, and weight management

Develop comprehensive nutrition strategies for diverse client goals. This unit covers approaches to support health optimization, performance enhancement, and weight management within your scope of practice.

Module 4: Business and retail opportunities

BSBESB301:

Investigate business opportunities

Explore business opportunities in the nutrition coaching field. This unit helps you identify viable business ideas, understand market needs, and evaluate opportunities within the health and wellness industry.

SIRXCEG006:

Provide online customer service

Master the skills to deliver quality customer service in online environments. This unit covers digital communication techniques and strategies for supporting clients through online platforms.

SIRXSLS001:

Sell to the retail customer

Learn professional sales techniques for health and wellness products and services. This unit teaches you how to identify customer needs and effectively communicate product benefits in retail settings.

Nationally Accredited Courses delivered by FEO Academy RTO45428

11396NAT - Certificate IV in Nutrition Coaching

Entry Requirements

Education:

Students need to have completed year 12, or equivalent. Equivalency can be demonstrated by one of the following:
A qualification at Certificate IV level or higher, OR
Years of relevant industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.

Minimum age:

Students will need to be at least 18 years of age or older at the date of enrolment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I work online?

Yes—this course prepares you to coach both in-person and virtually.

Is this the same as being a dietitian?

No—this is a coaching-level course. You’ll offer general advice and support, not clinical treatment.

Can I recommend supplements?

Yes—within scope, you can recommend over-the-counter supplements, but not prescribe for medical conditions.

Can I sell meal plans?

Yes—after assessment, you’ll be able to create general and personalised meal plans aligned with client goals.

Do I need insurance?

Yes. On graduation, we recommend obtaining professional indemnity and public liability insurance.

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CLARA

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(1). They really build a community both online via the Facebook Group and in person via meet ups and practical intensives.

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