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Accredited Career Training in Health Coaching, Nutritional Therapy, and Integrative Health
Empowering the Next Generation of Integrative Health Professionals
Welcome to Active Health Group, the home of industry-leading, accredited training for aspiring Health Coaches, Nutritional Therapists, and Integrative Health Professionals.
For 25 years, Active Health Group has been at the forefront of holistic and integrative health education in the UK. Founded in 2000, we’ve supported thousands of students in transforming their passion for wellbeing into successful, purpose-driven careers.
We specialise in delivering professionally accredited training programmes that are respected across the wellness, healthcare, and coaching industries. Whether you’re starting a new career or deepening your current skills, our courses are designed with a clear focus on real-world application, academic integrity, and human-centred values.
Whether you're embarking on your first step towards a career in health coaching, seeking a fully recognised qualification in nutritional therapy, or looking to expand into integrative lifestyle practice, our programmes provide a complete, accredited pathway into this growing and meaningful field.
You’ll benefit from:
Expert tutor support from experienced practitioners and assessors
A flexible online or blended learning format, tailored to your lifestyle
A values-led curriculum that integrates science, compassion, and whole-person care
And the backing of a school with over two decades of proven success
Join a legacy of excellence. Train with a provider trusted by thousands and build a future in health and wellbeing that’s as fulfilling as it is impactful.
Our Programmes & Courses
Our flagship Health Coach certifications provide a comprehensive foundation in lifestyle behaviour change, motivational communication, health education, and client-centred coaching.
You will learn to support clients with:
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Stress and emotional health
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Sleep hygiene
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Movement and physical activity
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Gut and digestive health
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Goal setting and accountability
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Sustainable lifestyle transformation
Grounded in evidence-informed frameworks and supported by live tutor mentoring, these courses are ideal for aspiring coaches, therapists transitioning into coaching roles, and professionals in the wider health and fitness sector looking to formalise their credentials.
All programmes are fully aligned with the core competencies for professional coaching and exceed the minimum standards set by awarding and accrediting bodies.
Our nutritional therapy training is rooted in the principle that food is information, not just fuel. You’ll explore the connection between diet, biochemistry, mood, and chronic disease, with practical strategies to support individualised nutritional care.
Key learning areas include:
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Functional nutrition and systems biology
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Gut-brain axis and microbiome science
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Nutritional assessment and case analysis
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Metabolic health and weight regulation
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Supplementation and food energetics
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Working safely within scope of practice
Our approach honours both the science and art of nutritional therapy—balancing modern research with traditional principles of nourishment, while preparing you for client-facing practice or wellness consultancy.
Our integrative health qualifications are designed for those who want to work holistically—bridging conventional understanding of health with mind-body-spirit awareness.
Topics include:
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Trauma-informed practice and nervous system regulation
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Stress physiology and emotional resilience
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Mindfulness, breathwork, and embodiment techniques
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Coaching for lifestyle transformation
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Integrating nutrition, movement, and mindset
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Navigating boundaries and referral pathways
This is ideal for those who seek a multi-disciplinary identity; health coaches, bodyworkers, yoga teachers, energy practitioners, or professionals looking to offer whole-person support in private practice, corporate wellbeing, or community health settings.
Where You’ll Learn – In Person or Online
Our practical training courses take place at the iconic Monastery Manchester—a stunning, Grade II* listed heritage venue and a truly inspiring space for hands-on learning. With light-filled rooms, peaceful surroundings, and excellent transport links, it’s the perfect setting for immersive study in massage, myofascial therapy, bodywork, and integrative practice.
Prefer to study from home? Our AHG Online Academy offers flexible, accredited training in health coaching, nutrition, and integrative health, delivered through live Zoom sessions, downloadable resources, and full tutor support—wherever you are in the world.