PgDip in Positive Health Coaching
IrelandCourse at a Glance
- PG DiplomaDegree level
- 1 yearDuration
- Online — RCSI Online, IrelandLocation
- Health CoachingField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Online — RCSI OnlineCampus
- €17,000Fees
- Ask our teamScholarship
About this programme
Advance your understanding of this emerging area by combining evidence-based lifestyle medicine pillars with positive psychology coaching to lead the future of preventative, patient-led care. The increasing role of individuals in preventative healthcare and maximising their own well-being is being driven not only by new research, but also by economic considerations.
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Healthcare systems are finding it increasingly difficult to deal with the increasing burden of chronic lifestyle-related diseases, especially in ageing populations. The solution will not be solely to develop more and more high-cost interventions but to assist individuals to maintain their own health through sustainable lifestyle medicine and behaviour change. This postgraduate programme is designed to complement your prior professional training and experience. Y
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Ireland- Empire Overseas Education verified programmeChecked with the university before it was listed.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
Admissions checklist
Specific entry criteria for this programme are confirmed case by case. Our Empire Overseas Education admissions team will review your academic record, English scores and budget — free of charge — and tell you exactly where you stand.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition€17,000 EUR total programme cost≈ $18,478 total programme cost
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
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- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does PgDip in Positive Health Coaching cost?
EUR 17,000 total programme cost.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
1 year, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
This MSc in Positive Health Coaching involves modules on the biological underpinnings of health and lifestyle medicine. Topics include the science of sleep, eating well, daily activity, stress, the negative impact of smoking (including e-cigarettes) and alcohol consumption as well as the basic biology and impact of chronic inflammation and the gut microbiome on health. Therefore, it is necessary that you have a basic understanding of human biology. It is also desirable that you have experience engaging with clients or patients in a supportive environment (clinic, community care, private practice etc.). To be eligible for the programme you must: Be working in a relevant sector (e.g. healthcare, allied health, management or equivalent) with coaching experience Hold a level 7 or level 8 degree, or equivalent in a health-related area (medicine, nursing, dentistry, physiotherapy, etc.) and have an understanding of the biology that underpins health or Hold a level 7 or level 8 degree, or equivalent in a psychology-related discipline (e.g. clinical psychology) and have an understanding of the biology that underpins health, as part of undergraduate or postgraduate training Meet the English
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