Health & Wellness Coaching Exam Test Prep Practice
Questions
Comprehensive 150-Question Practice Exam with Complete
Solutions
Domain 1: Coaching Structure, Presence, Relationships, and Sessions
(Questions 1-30)
Question 1
A coach is working with a client who has been consistently late for sessions. During the sixth
session, the client arrives 20 minutes late without explanation. The coach's MOST appropriate
response is:
A) End the session after 10 minutes to maintain boundaries
B) Ignore the lateness and proceed with coaching
C) Share the observation and explore what might be influencing the pattern
D) Charge an additional fee for the lateness
Answer: C
Rationale: The coach's role is to explore patterns with curiosity rather than judgment. Sharing
observations and exploring underlying factors honors the coaching partnership while
addressing the behavior.
Question 2
Which of the following scenarios represents an appropriate termination of a coaching
relationship?
A) The coach terminates the relationship because the client is not making progress quickly
enough
B) The client and coach collaboratively agree that coaching goals have been met
, C) The coach terminates the relationship because the client disagrees with the coach's advice
D) The client terminates the relationship without explanation
Answer: B
Rationale: Appropriate termination occurs when goals are met, or the client and coach
mutually agree to end the relationship. Termination should be collaborative and supportive.
Question 3
A coach is working with a client who expresses a desire to lose weight. The client says, "I've
tried everything and nothing works." The coach's BEST response is:
A) "Have you tried intermittent fasting?"
B) "Let's explore what you've tried in the past and what you learned from those experiences"
C) "You probably weren't consistent enough"
D) "Weight loss is really about calories in versus calories out"
Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring past experiences and learning honors the client's expertise and avoids
advice-giving. This approach supports the client's self-discovery.
Question 4
The coaching agreement should be established:
A) Only when a client requests it
B) At the beginning of the coaching relationship
C) After the first three sessions
D) Only if the client is paying for services
Answer: B
Rationale: The coaching agreement is established at the beginning of the coaching
relationship. It is a foundational element that sets expectations and protects both parties.
,Question 5
A coach notices that a client is becoming emotional during a session. The coach's BEST action
is to:
A) End the session to avoid discomfort
B) Acknowledge the emotion and offer space for the client to process
C) Change the subject to something more positive
D) Provide advice on how to manage emotions
Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging emotions with compassion and offering space demonstrates
coaching presence. Emotions are part of the coaching process and should be honored.
Question 6
Which of the following is an example of a "process goal"?
A) "I will lose 15 pounds"
B) "I will meditate for 10 minutes each morning"
C) "I will lower my cholesterol"
D) "I will run a 5K"
Answer: B
Rationale: Process goals focus on the behaviors and actions needed to achieve outcomes.
"Meditating for 10 minutes each morning" is a specific behavioral goal.
Question 7
A coach uses the question, "What would you like to focus on during our time together today?"
This question exemplifies which coaching competency?
A) Active listening
B) Goal setting
C) Setting the agenda
, D) Providing resources
Answer: C
Rationale: This question invites the client to set the session agenda. It honors client autonomy
and ensures the session addresses what matters most to them.
Question 8
A coach is ending a coaching session. Which of the following is an appropriate closing
question?
A) "Will you be able to complete these action steps?"
B) "What have you gained from our session today?"
C) "Do you have any questions for me?"
D) "Are you satisfied with this session?"
Answer: B
Rationale: This question encourages reflection and helps the client articulate insights and
takeaways from the session.
Question 9
When a coach is sharing observations with a client, the coach should:
A) Present observations as facts
B) Share observations tentatively and with permission
C) Avoid sharing observations to prevent discomfort
D) Share observations only if they are positive
Answer: B
Rationale: Observations should be shared tentatively and with permission. This respects the
client's autonomy and creates a safe space for exploration.
Questions
Comprehensive 150-Question Practice Exam with Complete
Solutions
Domain 1: Coaching Structure, Presence, Relationships, and Sessions
(Questions 1-30)
Question 1
A coach is working with a client who has been consistently late for sessions. During the sixth
session, the client arrives 20 minutes late without explanation. The coach's MOST appropriate
response is:
A) End the session after 10 minutes to maintain boundaries
B) Ignore the lateness and proceed with coaching
C) Share the observation and explore what might be influencing the pattern
D) Charge an additional fee for the lateness
Answer: C
Rationale: The coach's role is to explore patterns with curiosity rather than judgment. Sharing
observations and exploring underlying factors honors the coaching partnership while
addressing the behavior.
Question 2
Which of the following scenarios represents an appropriate termination of a coaching
relationship?
A) The coach terminates the relationship because the client is not making progress quickly
enough
B) The client and coach collaboratively agree that coaching goals have been met
, C) The coach terminates the relationship because the client disagrees with the coach's advice
D) The client terminates the relationship without explanation
Answer: B
Rationale: Appropriate termination occurs when goals are met, or the client and coach
mutually agree to end the relationship. Termination should be collaborative and supportive.
Question 3
A coach is working with a client who expresses a desire to lose weight. The client says, "I've
tried everything and nothing works." The coach's BEST response is:
A) "Have you tried intermittent fasting?"
B) "Let's explore what you've tried in the past and what you learned from those experiences"
C) "You probably weren't consistent enough"
D) "Weight loss is really about calories in versus calories out"
Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring past experiences and learning honors the client's expertise and avoids
advice-giving. This approach supports the client's self-discovery.
Question 4
The coaching agreement should be established:
A) Only when a client requests it
B) At the beginning of the coaching relationship
C) After the first three sessions
D) Only if the client is paying for services
Answer: B
Rationale: The coaching agreement is established at the beginning of the coaching
relationship. It is a foundational element that sets expectations and protects both parties.
,Question 5
A coach notices that a client is becoming emotional during a session. The coach's BEST action
is to:
A) End the session to avoid discomfort
B) Acknowledge the emotion and offer space for the client to process
C) Change the subject to something more positive
D) Provide advice on how to manage emotions
Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging emotions with compassion and offering space demonstrates
coaching presence. Emotions are part of the coaching process and should be honored.
Question 6
Which of the following is an example of a "process goal"?
A) "I will lose 15 pounds"
B) "I will meditate for 10 minutes each morning"
C) "I will lower my cholesterol"
D) "I will run a 5K"
Answer: B
Rationale: Process goals focus on the behaviors and actions needed to achieve outcomes.
"Meditating for 10 minutes each morning" is a specific behavioral goal.
Question 7
A coach uses the question, "What would you like to focus on during our time together today?"
This question exemplifies which coaching competency?
A) Active listening
B) Goal setting
C) Setting the agenda
, D) Providing resources
Answer: C
Rationale: This question invites the client to set the session agenda. It honors client autonomy
and ensures the session addresses what matters most to them.
Question 8
A coach is ending a coaching session. Which of the following is an appropriate closing
question?
A) "Will you be able to complete these action steps?"
B) "What have you gained from our session today?"
C) "Do you have any questions for me?"
D) "Are you satisfied with this session?"
Answer: B
Rationale: This question encourages reflection and helps the client articulate insights and
takeaways from the session.
Question 9
When a coach is sharing observations with a client, the coach should:
A) Present observations as facts
B) Share observations tentatively and with permission
C) Avoid sharing observations to prevent discomfort
D) Share observations only if they are positive
Answer: B
Rationale: Observations should be shared tentatively and with permission. This respects the
client's autonomy and creates a safe space for exploration.
