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Bring Applied Neuroscience Into Your Coaching — Become a Neuroplastician

Happy Whole Human® graduates can now apply for the internationally respected npn Neuroplastician® Credential and complete Dr. Justin James Kennedy's self-paced applied-neuroplasticity eCourse — approved for 20 ICF Level 2 / Level 3 credit hours toward the PCC or MCC credential or renewal — adding evidence-based, brain-based tools to your practice.

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No additional interviews required for HWH graduates. Just verify your HWH certificate to begin — graduates also receive $100 off their first year of the credential.

The Collaboration

Proudly Collaborating with the npnInstitute

We're proud to announce our trusted partnership with the npnInstitute, part of npnHub Networks — the global home of the Neuroplastician, a pioneering movement uniting coaches, neuroscientists, healthcare professionals, educators, and business leaders who apply neuroscience to create real-world, brain-based transformation.

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A Respected Standard

The npn Neuroplastician® Credential recognizes certified training and practical expertise in applied neuroscience and neuroplasticity — empowering science-based practitioners to make measurable impact.

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Expert-Backed

The credential is backed by a multidisciplinary advisory board and expert faculty featured at npnInstitute.com, who define the core competencies that shape the Neuroplastician discipline.

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A Global Community

Credentialed professionals are showcased in the Neuroplasticians Directory — the largest global registry of its kind — with thought-leadership roundtables, published insights, and podcast exposure.

"This is more than a credential — it's a professional identity grounded in neuroscience, ethics, and practical impact validated by experts in the field. We are cultivating a global standard for Neuroplasticians."

Dr. Justin James KennedyChairman, npnHub Advisory Board
Where It Fits

An Add-On to Your ICF Level 2 / Level 3 Journey

As an HWH graduate progressing toward your ICF-accredited credentials, the Neuroplastician pathway layers applied neuroscience onto the coaching foundation you're already building — so you can inform your practice with brain-based, evidence-led tools and become credentialed by the npnInstitute if you wish to apply.

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Earn your HWH® certificate

Complete your Happy Whole Human® coach training as part of your ICF-accredited Level 2 / Level 3 journey. Your HWH certificate is your entry point — no further interviews are required.

ICF-Accredited · Level 2 / Level 3
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Apply for the npn Neuroplastician® Credential

Submit the Neuroplastician Credential Application to verify your HWH certificate and join the npnInstitute system. This is the only step needed to get started.

Open the Application Form →
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Take the self-paced eCourse to inform your practice

Work through the self-paced eCourse and companion book by Dr. Justin James Kennedy on applied neuroplasticity and the NFiT™ methodology — on your own schedule — then bring those evidence-based techniques directly into your coaching with individuals, couples, families, and teams.

Self-Paced eCourse · 20 ICF CCE Hours
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Become a credentialed Neuroplastician

Pass the comprehension assessment and you automatically qualify for the Associate Neuroplastician credential — no oral exam or interview required — joining a global registry of applied-neuroscience practitioners.

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Self-Paced eCourse · Companion Book by Dr. Justin James Kennedy

The Fundamentals of Applied Neuroplasticity for the Neuroplastician™

This is a self-paced, asynchronous eCourse with a companion book written by Dr. Justin James Kennedy — TEDx speaker, behavioural neuroscience professor, and academic & executive coach. Study on your own schedule to learn the practical applications of neuroplasticity and how to apply the NFiT™ (Neuroplasticity-Focused interoception Toolkit) methodology to create lasting, brain-based behavior change for yourself and your clients.

You'll integrate interoceptive, emotional, social, and cognitive strategies to support your clients' growth and sustained transformation, then complete the comprehension exam. The pathway is approved for 20 ICF Level 2 / Level 3 credit hours that can be applied toward your PCC or MCC credential — or toward credential renewal.

  • FormatSelf-paced eCourse (asynchronous)
  • CompanionBook by Dr. Justin James Kennedy
  • ICF Credit20 CCE hours (Level 2 / Level 3)
  • Applies TowardPCC & MCC credential or renewal

What You'll Study

  1. Understanding Neuroplasticity: myths & realities
  2. Brain anatomy, oxygenation & neurotransmission
  3. Neural networks & synaptic plasticity
  4. NFiT™: tuning into the body–brain connection
  5. Neuroplasticity in action: learning & memory
  6. Rewiring for resilience & emotional regulation
  7. Neuroplasticity for cognitive function
  8. Mindfulness & brain-rewiring techniques
  9. Applying NFiT™ for sustained behavior change
  10. Becoming a competent Neuroplastician: case studies
The Outcome

Earn the Associate Neuroplastician Credential

The npn Neuroplastician® Credential is a professional standard recognizing certified training and practical expertise in applied neuroscience — a professional identity grounded in neuroscience, ethics, and measurable real-world impact.

No oral exam · No interview

Associate (A.npn) Neuroplastician

After you complete the self-paced eCourse and pass the npnInstitute comprehension exam, you automatically qualify for the Associate Neuroplastician credential — without an oral exam or interview. Your name joins the global Neuroplasticians Directory, the largest registry of its kind.

Verified expertise · Global registry listing · Recognized professional standard
Credential Tiers

Three Levels of npn Neuroplastician® Recognition

Get credentialed based on your experience and previous training. The self-paced eCourse route earns HWH graduates the Associate (A.npn) tier — the first step on a recognized professional pathway in applied neuroscience that extends to Professional (P.npn) and Master (M.npn).

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How It Works

Three Simple Steps for HWH Graduates

No further interviews are required. All we need is for you to verify your HWH certificate so the npnInstitute has you in their system.

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Fill out the Application Form

Complete the Neuroplastician Credential Application Form to verify you hold your HWH certificate and to register you in the npnInstitute system.

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Receive your payment link

Allow about one week to be notified. You'll receive a payment link by email from Susan Miles at the npnInstitute (sue@npnhub.com).

Approx. 1 week
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Apply your graduate discount at checkout

As an HWH graduate you receive a $100-off voucher toward the first year of your credential. Your exclusive partner promotion code is included with your payment-link email — simply enter it in the "Add promotion code" window at checkout.

$100 off · First year

Plus, exclusive graduate bonuses

Free npnHub Platform access · Neuroplasticians.com directory listing · podcast exposure · marketing benefits.

$2K+ value
Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an interview to apply?
No. For Happy Whole Human® graduates, no further interviews are required. You simply complete the Neuroplastician Credential Application Form so the npnInstitute can verify your HWH certificate and add you to their system.
How do I become an Associate Neuroplastician?
Complete Dr. Justin James Kennedy's self-paced applied-neuroplasticity eCourse and companion book, then pass the npnInstitute comprehension exam. You then automatically qualify for the Associate (A.npn) Neuroplastician credential — without an oral exam or interview.
How does this fit my ICF Level 2 / Level 3 journey?
The Neuroplastician pathway is an add-on to your ICF-accredited HWH coach training. It layers applied neuroscience and the NFiT™ methodology onto your coaching foundation so you can inform your practice with evidence-based, brain-based tools — and become credentialed by the npnInstitute if you choose to apply.
What does the eCourse cover, and is it accredited?
It's a self-paced, asynchronous eCourse with a companion book written by Dr. Justin James Kennedy, covering the practical applications of neuroplasticity and the NFiT™ (Neuroplasticity-Focused interoception Toolkit) methodology — from brain anatomy and synaptic plasticity to resilience, cognitive function, mindfulness, and sustained behavior change. You complete a comprehension exam, and the pathway is approved for 20 ICF Level 2 / Level 3 credit hours that can be applied toward the PCC or MCC credential or renewal.
What is the $100 discount, and how do I use it?
HWH graduates receive a $100-off voucher toward the first year of the credential. After you apply, you'll receive a payment link from Susan Miles (sue@npnhub.com) along with your exclusive partner promotion code, which you enter in the "Add promotion code" window at checkout.
What extra benefits do I receive?
Credentialed graduates also receive free npnHub Platform access, a Neuroplasticians.com directory listing, podcast exposure, and marketing benefits — together worth over $2,000.
Recognition & Partnership

Accredited Training. Recognized Partnership.

Happy Whole Human® delivers ICF-accredited Level 2 and Level 3 coaching education — and is a recognized npnInstitute Training & Service Partner for the Neuroplastician® Credential.

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Additional Accreditations
American Board of Sexology
American Council of Hypnotist Examiners

Ready to add applied neuroscience to your coaching practice?

Start your Neuroplastician Credential Application today. It takes just a few minutes — and there are no further interviews required for HWH graduates.

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