Prospectus

Centre for Health Management and Research has been set up under the aegis of Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India (IGMPI)—an autonomous institution recognized by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, an accredited Vocational Institution under the Ministry of Education, and approved by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Centre for Health Management and Research offers a cutting-edge, collaborative platform designed to empower healthcare and life sciences professionals to navigate the complex, ever-evolving landscape of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory compliance.

In an era where healthcare quality, patient safety, and regulatory adherence are under global scrutiny, Centre for Health Management and Research serves as a beacon for transforming policy into practice. GMP remains a pivotal component across key healthcare domains—Hospital management, Medical records, Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Facial Aesthetics, Public Health  etc—where innovation meets stringent regulation. With global health systems becoming increasingly interconnected, staying aligned with current GMP standards is not just compliance—it's a strategic imperative.

Our multidisciplinary team comprises industry veterans and domain experts from Pharma, Public Health, Hospital Management, Food & Nutrition, Clinical Research, and Regulatory Affairs. This collective expertise drives our mission to deliver industry-relevant, future-focused education and training that bridges knowledge gaps and enhances workforce readiness.

At Centre for Health Management and Research, we embrace the digital shift in healthcare, incorporating AI, data science, ESG principles, and regulatory tech into our dynamic learning ecosystem. Our flagship programmes span Healthcare Quality Assurance and Control, Naturopathy, Maternal & Child Health, ESG in Healthcare, Public Health Policy, Epidemiology, Healthcare Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Medical Coding & Writing, Health Informatics and many more, delivered through flexible formats—on-campus, online, hybrid, and onsite corporate training.

We are proud to be certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Conformity Assessment Regulations 2018, and our programmes are approved by the Quality Council of India, ensuring academic rigor, industry compliance, and global recognition.

Centre for Health Management and Research is not just an institution; it's a health innovation catalyst. Whether you're a healthcare leader, public health professional, hospital administrator, or regulatory strategist, we offer round-the-clock access to knowledge, mentorship, and upskilling—locally and globally—so you can lead with confidence in today’s complex healthcare ecosystem.

The Post Graduate and Executive Diploma programmes of IGMPI in Good Manufacturing Practices, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property Rights, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Public Health, Nanotechnology, Hospital Management, Product Management, Sales and Marketing Management, Clinical Research, Medical Writing, Drug Discovery and Development, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Coding have been duly assessed and approved by Quality Council of India, Government of India based on fulfillment of QCI's following criteria:

    1. Course Content
    2. Course Design
    3. Course Material
    4. Instructors
    5. Class size & Attendance
    6. Facilities
    7. Evaluation of Students
    8. Written Examination
    9. Certificate

IGMPI is also approved by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) (FSSAI ID: TPINS18). IGMPI® is licensed by Department of Food Safety & Drug Administration under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and registered under Food Safety and Standards Act 2006.

IGMPI is also approved by Sector Skills Council under National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) setup by Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt of India (TC ID:TC342267).

IGMPI has been conferred with the prestigious "BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS (BIS) AWARD OF HONOUR 2023". QUALITY COUNCIL OF INDIA (QCI) has also conferred IGMPI with D.L. SHAH NATIONAL QUALITY AWARD, Certificate of Merit & ASSOCHAM has conferred IGMPI with the Services Excellence Award based on excellence of its services to the students and training participants.

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is a member of International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and through the Indian National Committee (INC) which is a member of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). BIS is also a member of regional standards bodies like Pacific Area Standards Congress (PASC) and South Asian Regional Standards Organization (SARSO). India started taking part in IEC from 1911 and subsequently the then Indian Standards Institution (now BIS) took over the responsibility of Indian National Committee of IEC(INC-IEC) in 1949. Since then the INC-IEC is actively participating in the activities of the IEC both at the policy level and technical work and carrying out the responsibilities as member body of IEC Council. India is a member in Standards Management Board (SMB) of IEC since 2015.BIS has also signed Bilateral Cooperation Agreements (BCA)/Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) with the National Standards Bodies of several countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Egypt, European Union , Germany, Ghana, Greece, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Jordon, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Mali, Mauritius, Nigeria, Russia, Saudi Arabia , Slovakia, Slovenia, Suriname, USA, UAE, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Bhutan, Brazil, Israel, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), Quality Council of India is a member of International Accreditation Forum (IAF) & Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (PAC) as well as signatory to its MLAs for Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems and Product Certification. NABCB is also a Full Member of International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) & Asia Pacific Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (APLAC) as well as signatory to its MRAs for Inspection.

The Professional Certification in Life Coach is a structured program designed to develop essential coaching knowledge, skills, and ethical competence for non-clinical life coaching practice. The program covers the foundations of life coaching, coaching models and approaches, communication and goal-setting skills, ethical standards, and practical coaching tools to support personal, professional, wellness, and leadership development.

Learners are trained to apply client-centered, solution-oriented, and strengths-based coaching methods responsibly while maintaining professional boundaries and cultural sensitivity across diverse coaching contexts.

Programme Overview

The Professional Certification in Life Coach is a structured training designed to develop essential knowledge, skills, and ethical awareness required for effective non-clinical life coaching practice. The program focuses on helping individuals clarify goals, enhance motivation, build strengths, and achieve personal, academic, professional, and wellness-related outcomes.

Through a progressive module-based approach, learners are introduced to core coaching models, communication skills, goal-setting tools, ethical standards, wellness coaching, and leadership coaching applications. Emphasis is placed on client-centered practice, professional boundaries, and practical coaching tools. This program prepares learners to apply life coaching responsibly while maintaining clear distinctions between coaching, counselling, and psychotherapy.

Programme Structure

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Module 1: Foundations of Life Coaching

• Meaning, Definition and History and Evolution of Life Coaching
• Role of a Life Coach & Coaching Mindset and Core Values
• Scope and Limitations of Life Coaching
• Types of Life Coaching
• Academic and Student Coaching
• Difference between coaching, counseling, psychotherapy, mentoring
• Importance of Life Coaching 

Module 2: Coaching Models and Approaches

• Life Coaching Models
• Client-Centered Coaching
• Solution-Oriented Coaching
• Strengths-Based Coaching
• Integrative Coaching Approach
• Specialized Areas of Life Coaching 

Module 3: Ethics and Professional Standards in Coaching

• Ethical Principles in Life Coaching
• Coach–Client Relationship
• Digital coaching & ethics (online sessions, WhatsApp coaching)
• Ethical Dilemmas in Coaching
• Cultural and Contextual Considerations

Module 4: Communication Skills for Coaching

• Foundations of Communication
• Questioning Techniques
• Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
• Building Rapport
• Advanced Communication and Session Management
• Feedback Techniques 

Module 5: Goal Setting and Client Assessment

• Understanding Client Needs
• Values-Based Goal Setting
• SMART Goals
• Wheel of Life
• Strengths and Challenges Assessment 

Module 6: Coaching Techniques and ToolsS

• GROW Model
• Cognitive-Based Coaching Techniques (Non-Clinical)
• Mindset and Motivation Coaching
• Positive Psychology Tools
• Reflection and Visualization Techniques
• Coaching Practice and Assessment Tools 

Module 7: Health and Wellness Coaching

• Foundations of Wellness and Lifestyle Change
• Integrating Nutrition, Exercise, Stress, and Sleep Coaching
• Supporting Clients with Chronic Conditions
• Setting Wellness Goals and Overcoming Barriers
• Collaboration with Healthcare and Allied Professionals

Module 8: Leadership and Organizational Coaching

• Coaching for Personal and Professional Leadership Development
• Organizational Dynamics and Systems Thinking
• Leadership Theories and Coaching Applications
• Coaching for Team Effectiveness
• Coaching for Change Management
• Measuring Coaching Impact in Organizations 

Module 9: Case Studies

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certification Programmes.

Programme Duration

The minimum duration to complete the Professional Certification programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registration is currently open for Part-time (Online Live Classes) mode.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online classes for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Examination and Certification

All the participants are expected to appear for an online exam and are also obliged to submit assignments after each module. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Certificate Course in Life Coach by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Classes (Online mode) or face-to-face classes (Regular mode), elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments would be provided by the Institute. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to its participants. Besides, it has a robust placement cell comprised of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. This cell is continuously engaged in promoting the employability of our participants and encouraging the concerned Human Resources department and Hiring Managers to recruit/hire our participants for their vacant positions. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing & interview skills.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare giants like Healthcare Settings (Apollo, Max Healthcare, Fortis etc.), Corporate Wellness Centres (Amaha, Mantra Care, Nirawellness etc.), Health Coaching and Consultancy (The Health Science Academy, Aanya Wellness, Shreehi Consulting Services LLP etc.), Education and Training, NGO’s (Mindroot Foundation, The MIND foundation etc.), and Private Practices etc.

Future career prospects

The Professional Certification in Life Coach provides foundational knowledge and skills that can be applied in various non-clinical settings. Learners may use life coaching competencies in roles related to education, training, human resource development, wellness initiatives, and personal development programs. The course also supports individuals who wish to pursue further learning or specialization in specific areas of life coaching.

The skills gained through this program may be integrated with existing professional roles, provided ethical boundaries and the non-clinical scope of life coaching are maintained.