I made up my mind a long time ago that my business would always operate from a place of integrity. There is no amount of lost sales or unsubscribes that will ever change that.
Today, my business is closed for new business in solidarity with those protesting the violence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minnesota.
Regardless of your views on immigration, I hope you can agree that the federal government should never be weaponized against its people. In the past month, federal agents and officials have:
Killed two US citizens exercising their First Amendment rights —Renée Good, a mother and poet, and Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse at the VA —and then called them terrorists.
Broken into the homes of US citizens without judicial warrants, breaching the Fourth Amendment, and held them without due process.
Questioned Americans' right to legally carry firearms— a Second Amendment right —which the NRA has called "dangerous and wrong."
Spread dangerous lies and misinformation about the people and political leaders of Minnesota and created a massive culture of fear for everyone who lives here.
All of these actions are a threat to freedom and democracy in America. That's why I'm joining Americans from all sides of the political spectrum in condemning these actions.
I’ll be back open for business tomorrow.
In the meantime, if you’d like to support my small business, feel free to join my email list. If you'd like to support the people of Minnesota, choose a cause you support Stand With Minnesota and donate $5.
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Test your knowledge with a full-length 150-question practice exam that helps you replicate the exam environment and experience as closely as possible.
Comes with answer explanations for every answer choice as well as references to specific competencies from the 2026 NBHWC Content Outline.
Five 20-question Content Review Quizzes, a 100-question randomly shuffled combined Content Review Quiz, and two 75-question practice exams.
Comes with answer explanations for every answer choice as well as references to specific competencies from the 2026 NBHWC Content Outline.
Get your questions answered by Sonja during optional drop-in live Group Study Sessions. There are 8 sessions scheduled in the month leading up to the exam (Mondays @ 5pm and Thursdays @ 10am CT).
Can't make it? Use the discussion forum inside the course to get answers to your questions!
The 2026 NBHWC Content Outline is a lot! Like, 328 flashcards worth of info! I scoured the NBHWC Content Outline and built flashcards so you don't have to.
You'll get set of Digital Flashcards to help you learn, memorize, and study AND a set of Active Recall Flashcards will put your knowledge to the test and show you what you need to study!
This 30-minute video module will teach you the test-taking tips and tricks that have helped over 200 students understand how to think like an exam writer and pass the NBHWC Board Exam.
Build a study plan that works for your schedule. Whether you've got 6 months, 6 weeks, or 6 days, this course can help you get prepared -- Both planners AND procrastinators are welcome here!
Learn the study strategies that have helped past students succeed and take the guesswork of knowing what you need to do to prepare for this exam.
One of the best ways to prepare for the NBHWC Board Exam is by practicing your coaching skills and putting the NBHWC Content Outline into action!
I've got an easy way to connect you with peers who want to swap practice coaching sessions so you can gain confidence coaching and keep your skills sharp!
Organize all your NBHWC study materials in one place with the click of a button!
Everything is organized for you in an easy-to-use downloadable Google Drive folder. If you're a paper person, you can download the most important documents in a single PDF that's ready to send to the printers!
Take it from my 2nd time test taking students who failed the test because they weren't prepared for exam day -- You need this!
This module contains everything you need to walk into exam day feeling calm, confident, and prepared.
Take the guesswork out of trying to figure out what you need to do to pass this test and stop using resources that make you pick and choose from confusing packages and individual products.
Here, you get everything you need, all in one place, backed by my money-back guarantee.
I'm so confident that my NBHWC Board Exam Prep Course will help you pass the board exam that I will give you your money back if you don't pass the exam. In order to take advantage of this guarantee, I need you to take the steps that my most successful students have taken to pass the NBHWC Board Exam!
I will provide you with practice clients or you can use your own clients!
The Money Back Guarantee is optional – I offer a guarantee because I stand behind my product, but if you want to use the course materials to study without opting in to the guarantee, you are more than welcome to do so!
If you don't pass the exam, email me a PDF copy of your exam results within 5 business days of receiving your exam results and I'll give you your money back within 30 days (minus credit card processing fees).
Please note that no refunds will be given to:
Students who successfully pass the exam | Students who purchase this course and choose not to use it | Students who end up not taking the exam | Students who do not opt-in to participate in the guarantee | Students who do not email me their official exam results within 5 business days of receiving their scores | Students from approved training programs whose programs have licensed this course material.
Written in the same style as the NBHWC Board Exam.
Fully based on the 2026 NBHWC Content Outline.
Full answer key, answer explanations, and references to specific competencies.
Includes detailed written instructions for preparing for the practice exam to help you replicate Prometric's testing environment.
60 days of access -- Take the practice exams as many times as you'd like to during that time.
Of course!
I offer a money back guarantee because I stand behind my product, but if you want to use the course materials to study without opting in to the guarantee, you are more than welcome to do so!
Yes! I wrote all of my exam questions in the same format (5 answers, multiple choice), style (case studies, definitions, and concepts), and delivery (computer based with a piece of paper for taking notes) as the actual exam. I even use the same colors, style, and format as the real Prometric exam within my testing software so that the exam feels familiar to you when you show up on test day.
I always ask my students to report back to me and tell me if they felt that my practice exam was representative of the actual exam and the vast majority of them say yes.
All 400 of my new exam questions have been reviewed by 3 students from my most recent board exam prep course as well as by my peer and colleague, Rachel Franco, MPH, NBC-HWC.
My course's materials have also been reviewed by students from previous cohorts as well as faculty members from each of my licensing partners.
The exam changes every time it's administered, so it is not entirely possible to guarantee that my practice exam will look exactly like the real exam.
It's important to remember that the purpose of all practice exams is to give you an opportunity to practice answering exam questions, apply your knowledge in a similar environment to the Prometric testing center, and to help you see where you need to put your focus during your study sessions.
Sure! You if you don't want any additional study support, you can purchase just the practice exam here.
You will have access to this course for 90 days.
Yes it has!
All 400 of my new exam questions have been reviewed by 3 students from my most recent board exam prep course as well as by my peer and colleague, Rachel Franco, MPH, NBC-HWC.
My course's materials have also been reviewed by students from previous cohorts as well as faculty members from each of my licensing partners.
Please check with your manager to make sure that this course meets the requirements of your employer's tuition reimbursement program.
You'll receive a certificate indicating that you completed all required elements of the course automatically when you finish the course. I can also send you an invoice for reimbursement purposes if you need it!
You bet!
I'm really passionate about making high quality coaching education accessible to students from all economic backgrounds, so I offer the opportunity for programs to license this course material at a significant discount. This would allow your students to access this material for free.
If you think an NBHWC Board Exam Prep Course and Practice Exam could add value to your approved training program, let's schedule a time to meet and have a conversation about how I can support your program's goals.
If you're a student of an Approved Training Program who would like to see your program license this course, let me know and I'll reach out to your program's coordinator.
Hi, I'm Sonja! I started coaching in 2011, passed the NBHWC board exam in 2017, developed the NBHWC-approved training program at a leading corporate health and wellness company (Virgin Pulse), trained over 200 new health coaches, and managed continuing education for a team of 300. In addition to running a private coaching practice, I currently teach in AFPA's advanced health and wellness coach training program, teach coaching skills as a guest lecturer for several other NBHWC approved training programs, and consult with leading health and wellness organizations on designing and developing their coaching programs. You could say I'm a bit of a coaching and behavior change NERD 🤓
I've helped over 200 students pass the NBHWC Board Exam and I'm confident that I can help you, too!
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"Sonja's exam prep course was incredibly helpful from start to finish. The coursework was thorough, well-organized, and truly exceptional and the practice exams were so much fun to complete - I felt genuinely prepared and confident going into the exam.
What made the biggest difference, though, was Sonja. She is so kind, approachable, and personable, which made the entire experience feel supportive rather than stressful. You can tell she truly cares about her students' success and she has poured her heart and soul into this course.
I am so grateful for Sonja and this course and would highly recommend it to anyone preparing for the NBHWC Board Exam. Thank you, Sonja, for everything and for being a part of my journey to becoming a NBC-HWC!"
-Senora S., NBC-HWC
"In 2021 I took the exam cold without studying and bombed it. Later in 2021, I took it again and failed by 5 points.
In May 2025 I got an email from the NBHWC that said I had one more chance to pass the test. Being of a highly competitive athlete mindset, I couldn’t turn down the opportunity to try again.
I reached out to Sonja to talk about it. We spent a lot of time going over the pros and cons. If I failed my 3rd attempt, I would have had to repeat the entire process from step 1. Sort of scary. But once I decided I was “all in,” I decided to move forward with my full focus.
It made such a difference to study with Sonja. I am truly grateful for her insights, patience with me, and deep understanding of health and wellness coaching.
The 3rd time around, I was very prepared, I breezed through the exam, was not stressed at all; and passed with flying colors. Thank you Sonja!"
-Edward Cunningham., DC, CSCS, NBC-HWC
"Sonja's NBHWC Board Exam Prep Course is worth every penny! Sonja provides a very thorough and organized site that is filled with invaluable tips, practice quizzes, a full-length practice test, additional resources and more.
She makes herself available throughout the study window to answer questions and give encouragement while bringing together fellow test takers. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the health and wellness coaching arena, and her skills in creating test material are evident.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone prepping for the NBHWC Board Exam, because it focuses on the 'hows' and 'whys' of answering, not just the 'whats.'"
-Jennifer G., NBC-HWC
"After failing the exam the first time, I decided to invest in a prep course and I’m so glad I chose this one. The tips, suggestions, and best practices shared throughout the course became the exact tools I leaned on in the moment while retaking the test.
The delivery of the material was clear, easy to follow, and very practical. I truly believe this course was instrumental in helping me pass on my second attempt.
If you’re on the fence about whether or not to take it, my advice is simple: take the course. It’s worth it."
-Carrie P., NBC-HWC
"Sonja’s course was just what I needed to prepare for the NBHWC Exam. Using her passion and expertise, she created a course that lays out a process for creating a personalized study plan. It was very important and beneficial for me to have a structured and independent study plan that fit with my schedule and varied responsibilities.
Very importantly, Sonja guides you on how to read the question and discern what the question is really asking for.
Sonja also makes herself available through her group Study Sessions to answer any specific questions you have. I felt confident and ready going into the exam. And, I passed and did very well!"
-Patti H., NBC-HWC
"As a 2 time tester I highly recommend this course. I didn't pass the first time because I was unprepared. I truly didn't even know where to begin and so I just winged it.
The second time I knew I needed structure and a friend recommended this course so I joined and this course, I'm sure, was the reason I passed. I made it to almost every study group. Those were invaluable!!! Having Sonja guiding us is one of the key components I believe I passed. She is a world of knowledge and experience and super nice."
-Christianne E., NBC-HWC
"This course helped me so much, my 1st time taking the exam I failed. My confidence was great before the exam but during it was not. I felt like I didn’t study and some of things didn't seem familiar to me.
This time around after taking Sonja's study course felt so much more confident. Her course will set you up for success and you will pass like I did. I'm beyond grateful and so excited for my new journey. Thank you, Sonja!!"
-Erika A., NBC-HWC
"I highly recommend this as your trusted go-to resource for NBHWC certification exam preparation. Preparing with certified coaches who’ve walked in your shoes and walked alongside board-eligible coaches as they’ve made their pursuit of certification a reality is unmatched.
Sonja's thoughtful organization of test-prep resources and structuring sessions makes the process of studying doable and enjoyable. You gain helpful test-taking strategies that I found anchored me in a peaceful, grateful state of mind before, during, and after my exam. It’s incredibly refreshing to know with certainty that I grew as a coach and person."
-Sheri S., MS, NBC-HWC
"I just wanted to take minute and highlight how much Sonja's prep course helped me for the 2025 NBHWC Board Exam.
Working full time made me feel that it would be difficult to properly study for the exam. Sonja's prep class offered a self paced structure to enable me to study when I had time. Her extensive knowledge of the test and calm demeanor helped me build the confidence needed to be ready on test day.
Additionally, her practice exams were spot on related to the content that was on the exam. Can't thank you enough!!!!"
-Jeff Derogatis., NBC-HWC
"Sonja has a deep knowledge of the coaching practice and content. Her calm and reassuring demeanor provides confidence that you can succeed. I appreciated the organization and presentation of the materials, and her calm presence in the live groups."
-Susan H., NBC-HWC
"I have hugely benefited from purchasing this prep course for the NBHWC exam. The practice exam with explanations for the correct answer and having all the necessary tools for exam success in one place and organized, makes studying anytime so convenient and easy.
I HIGHLY recommend to anyone thinking of pursuing the NBC-HWC credential."
-Nicole G., MSW, NBC-HWC
"Sonja’s exam prep is packed with so much information. I particularly found the quizzes and practice exam super helpful. I felt nervous but confident when I took the NBHWC exam and it’s because of the practice exam and tips that Sonja provides." -Anonymous NBC-HWC
In this free webinar, you'll learn about 5 strategies that will help you study smarter, not harder and gain confidence getting ready for your exam!
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Please note: This course is not designed to teach you the concepts from the NBHWC Content Outline, but to reinforce them and discuss how to apply them in a coaching setting and on the NBHWC Board Exam. This course is not affiliated with the NBHWC or the NBME.