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Lincoln Trail College and Crawford Memorial Hospital are now accepting applications for the 2026 Health and Wellness Coach program, a hands-on training experience for individuals interested in healthcare careers.
Open to anyone who will be 18 years old by June 2, 2026, the program equips participants with the skills and knowledge to support local patients in developing healthier lifestyles—while gaining real-world experience alongside doctors, nurses, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.
Interested students are encouraged to attend one of three virtual information sessions on Zoom, scheduled for December 2, January 5, and February 3 from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. These sessions offer a chance to learn more and ask questions about the program.
Training classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 17 through May 5, 2026, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Lincoln Trail College. There is no cost to participate.
Those who complete the training will attend a full-day orientation on June 2 and then be matched with a patient in Crawford County to begin their work as a Health and Wellness Coach, meeting weekly under the guidance of a CMH healthcare professional.
“This is an incredible opportunity to explore a future in healthcare while making a difference right here in the community,” said Dr. Alani Frederick, program coordinator.
The application deadline is February 20, 2026. Application materials and full program details are available at iecc.edu/healthcoachCMH.
The Health and Wellness Coach program is a collaboration between Lincoln Trail College and Crawford Memorial Hospital, offering participants a pathway to meaningful, real-world experience in the health professions.
