Emotional Eating Course
Emotional Eating Course
Learn to honor your body and trust its cues by understanding what drives compulsive eating patterns, allowing you to find greater joy and fulfillment in all areas of your life and guide others to do the same.
- English
- Next start dates: May 2023, September 2023
What you’ll learn
- What is emotional eating?Learn the signs of emotional eating plus dive into key differences between emotional eating and eating disorders, supporting yourself and clients within your scope of practice as a Health Coach.
- Root causes and triggers of emotional eatingFrom stress and lack of sleep to body “ideals” and diet culture, we’ll deconstruct common biases and norms that fuel unhealthy habits. Plus develop a deep understanding of your relationship with food.
- Cravings, sugar, and listening to your bodyCravings often signal emotional or psychological hunger, stemming from dehydration, boredom, hormones, and more. Be empowered to shift your mindset and break habits that may cause health issues.
- Nourishment beyond foodWe’ll encourage you to create a more vibrant life through self-healing tools found off your plate, including nurturing relationships, self-care, and more. A well-rounded you is a more balanced you!
- Integrate emotional eating into your practiceTake bio-individuality one step further in your coaching sessions, giving you the tools to confidently coach clients on the complexities around food choices and their emotional well-being.
- What is emotional eating?Learn the signs of emotional eating plus dive into key differences between emotional eating and eating disorders, supporting yourself and clients within your scope of practice as a Health Coach.
- Root causes and triggers of emotional eatingFrom stress and lack of sleep to body “ideals” and diet culture, we’ll deconstruct common biases and norms that fuel unhealthy habits. Plus develop a deep understanding of your relationship with food.
- Cravings, sugar, and listening to your bodyCravings often signal emotional or psychological hunger, stemming from dehydration, boredom, hormones, and more. Be empowered to shift your mindset and break habits that may cause health issues.
- Nourishment beyond foodWe’ll encourage you to create a more vibrant life through self-healing tools found off your plate, including nurturing relationships, self-care, and more. A well-rounded you is a more balanced you!
- Integrate emotional eating into your practiceTake bio-individuality one step further in your coaching sessions, giving you the tools to confidently coach clients on the complexities around food choices and their emotional well-being.


Need Guidance?
Schedule an informational session with our Admissions team who can help answer any questions you may have.
Call us at US: (877) 730-5444 • International: +1 (212) 730-5433
This course is for you if....
- You’re a Health Coach looking to earn a certificate in a niche area of health.
- You've developed a pattern of dealing with your emotions by reaching into the fridge or pantry even when you're not hungry, triggering feelings of shame and guilt.
- You struggle with body image and want to live in a body you love.
- You want to empower your clients in developing enjoyable and sustainable habits around food that support overall health and well being.
I'm not coaching the same way anymore. I’m becoming aware and putting aside my biases. I feel so empowered to explore within myself personally as well as in my coaching practice.
I have clear guidelines for my emotional eating clients and am supporting them with great confidence. Two new clients signed up with my 1:1 Program, and I have people on a waiting list.
I learned a lot and am working toward a kinder, more tolerant attitude about myself. What really sticks in my mind is using food to deny or ignore emotions! This resonates a lot for my clients, too.
What do I need to get started?
In order to successfully take and complete IIN's Emotional Eating Course, you must speak English as this course is entirely in English. Aside from that, this seven-month course is open to anyone! While we encourage students to have a foundational knowledge of what health coaching is, you don't need to be an IIN student or graduate to enroll.
Find out if this course is right for you
Course overview
Gain in-depth knowledge of emotional eating. Learn coaching strategies to support yourself and others to find the root of compulsive eating patterns and get empowered to find nourishment beyond food.
How will I learn?
- Learn anytime, anywhereAccess your course anywhere you have an Internet connection, whether you’re on the go or in the comfort of your own home – there’s no limit to when or how you can learn!
- Video curriculum24 modules with 58 videos that provide an in-depth overview of emotional eating so you can support yourself and others to heal their relationship with food using a variety of coaching tools.
- CommunityConnect with classmates and course moderators in an exclusive Facebook group. Get questions answered about coursework and receive feedback and support from like-minded and health-oriented individuals!
- Live callsConnect in real time for mentorship during regularly-scheduled calls. Deepen your exploration in a safe space, both personally and professionally. Each call is recorded to revisit for continued motivation and inspiration.
- Content libraryGain access to case studies, skill-building and self-discovery activities, and study guides. Apply what you learn to real-life experiences, test your knowledge, and get the most out of this powerful course.
- Learn anytime, anywhereAccess your course anywhere you have an Internet connection, whether you’re on the go or in the comfort of your own home – there’s no limit to when or how you can learn!
- Video curriculum24 modules with 58 videos that provide an in-depth overview of emotional eating so you can support yourself and others to heal their relationship with food using a variety of coaching tools.
- CommunityConnect with classmates and course moderators in an exclusive Facebook group. Get questions answered about coursework and receive feedback and support from like-minded and health-oriented individuals!
- Live callsConnect in real time for mentorship during regularly-scheduled calls. Deepen your exploration in a safe space, both personally and professionally. Each call is recorded to revisit for continued motivation and inspiration.
- Content libraryGain access to case studies, skill-building and self-discovery activities, and study guides. Apply what you learn to real-life experiences, test your knowledge, and get the most out of this powerful course.


Certificate
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll receive a digital badge and certificate of completion. Share your credentials on LinkedIn or print your certificate and hang it in your home office! This is a great way to showcase and celebrate your continued education, success, and concentration on emotional eating.
Education partnerships and affiliates
The Emotional Eating Course is officially recognized by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) for continuing education credits, which means that if you’re a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), you can earn 20 credits to renew your board certification status by successfully completing the Emotional Eating Course! This is yet another pathway for you to grow your skill set and enhance your credibility as a Health Coach while achieving greater success in a rapidly growing field.
Education partnerships and affiliates
The Emotional Eating Course is officially recognized by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) for continuing education credits, which means that if you’re a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), you can earn 20 credits to renew your board certification status by successfully completing the Emotional Eating Course! This is yet another pathway for you to grow your skill set and enhance your credibility as a Health Coach while achieving greater success in a rapidly growing field.


Frequently asked questions
The course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Upon successful completion of the course (70% or higher on both tests), you will receive a certificate of completion.
At the end of the program, you’ll receive a digital certificate of completion and digital badge to publicly showcase your education. Because the course does not alter your scope of practice, your title won’t change. The information provided in this course (including info about nutrition and eating disorders) is for educational purposes only and will help you work effectively alongside doctors and other healthcare practitioners.
If you're a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, you can earn 20 continuing education credits by enrolling in and successfully completing the Emotional Eating Course! These credits will work towards your NBHWC recertification requirements.