At CEimpact, we believe pharmacists are more than medication experts. They’re essential partners in helping patients live healthier, fuller lives. That’s why we’re proud to showcase our CPE course, How to Engage in Pharmacist-Led Health Coaching, designed to empower pharmacists with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to step into this growing role.
Why Health Coaching Matters
Health coaching is transforming the way healthcare is delivered. By focusing on behavior change, trust-building, and patient empowerment, health coaching helps individuals take charge of their well-being. For pharmacists, it’s an opportunity to combine clinical expertise with communication and coaching skills to create a deeper impact on patient outcomes.
Unlike the traditional “expert” approach, health coaching emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and active listening. Through techniques like motivational interviewing and reflective listening, pharmacists can guide patients toward their own goals, whether it’s improving medication adherence, adopting healthier lifestyle habits, or managing chronic conditions more effectively.
Why Now? The Market Is Ready
The health coaching industry is booming. Globally, it was valued at $17.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to nearly double to $33.09 billion by 2034. In the U.S., the market reached $47 billion in 2023 and continues to grow at an annual rate of over 6%.
This surge is driven by:
- Rising rates of chronic conditions like diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.
- Increased focus on preventive and holistic health.
- Expanding demand for personalized, patient-centered care.
- Advances in digital health tools and wearable technologies.
- Government and corporate wellness initiatives that promote health coaching.
With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting a 7% increase in health coach employment over the next decade, pharmacists who embrace this opportunity will be well-positioned to lead in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
Course Highlights – Skills That Make the Difference
Our Pharmacist-Led Health Coaching course equips you with practical tools to bring coaching into your practice right away. Through interactive learning and video case studies, you’ll build essential skills such as:
- Applying motivational interviewing and the Stages of Change model to support behavior change.
- Using tools like OARS and Ask-Offer-Ask to foster stronger patient communication.
- Building trust and rapport through empathy and cultural humility.
- Supporting patients in setting SMART goals and developing action plans.
- Documenting and billing for health coaching services in pharmacy settings.
With more than 25 competency-based learning objectives, this program prepares you to confidently integrate health coaching into community-based pharmacy practice and beyond.
Your Role as a Pharmacist-Coach
By integrating health coaching into your practice, you’ll strengthen patient relationships, improve health outcomes, and position yourself at the forefront of personalized care. You’ll learn to recognize “change talk,” address barriers to progress, and empower patients to achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in their health.
Whether you’re an experienced pharmacist looking to expand your role or a recent graduate eager to make a difference, this course provides the foundation to thrive in today’s healthcare environment.
Take the Next Step
Health coaching is more than a trend. It’s a movement reshaping healthcare. Now is the time to embrace your role as both a medication expert and a patient coach.
Get Your Training Started Today.
Join us in How to Engage in Pharmacist-Led Health Coaching and take the next step toward transforming your practice, your patients, and the future of pharmacy.
