The Diabetes Training and Technical Assistance Center's (DTTAC) Distance Lifestyle Coach Training™ prepares individuals to serve as Lifestyle Coaches to deliver the evidence-based National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP). 

The Distance Training Advantage

The DTTAC Distance Lifestyle Coach Training provides you with the same high-quality experience and in depth learning as the in-person training except it utilizes the Zoom platform. 

Completing the guided coursework and attending the 3-day live sessions is required to successfully complete the training and receive a Certificate of Completion.

Note: Trainees will need a computer with internet and a camera to participate in the live virtual sessions.

DTTAC Distance Lifestyle Coach Training™ includes:

• A 3 day interactive virtual training designed around adult learning and health education principles

• Interactive, innovative learning delivered virtually by expert DTTAC Master Trainers
  

• Opportunities to practice facilitation and receive feedback from expert Master Trainers

• Class size of 10-15 participants, increasing the student-to-teacher ratio
  

• 13 credit hours of training

• Networking with other trainees from around the country

• Innovative and engaging virtual learning experience that ensures competency and readiness to be a successful Lifestyle Coach

An example of a Distance Lifestyle Coach Training schedule is:

Tuesday        1:00pm – 5:30pm  Eastern Time (ET)

Wednesday   1:00pm – 5:30pm  ET

Friday           1:00pm – 5:30pm  ET

2025 English Distance Lifestyle Coach Training

• December 10, 11 & 13 Closed
  
• January 28, 29 & 31 OPEN
• February 11, 12 & 14 OPEN
  

2025 Spanish Distance Lifestyle Coach Training

         Coming Spring of 2025

CEU Credits

CEU credits are available for Registered Dietitians, Certified Diabetes Educators and Certified Health Education Specialists. Credits are available for an additional $25 fee.

Credit card is the preferred method of payment. If you need to pay by another method, please email us at dttac@emory.edu. 

Please contact dttac@emory.edu with any questions about this training