MonjCOOKS for Coaches

MonjCOOKS for Coaches

Bust Imposter Syndrome in the Kitchen with MonjCOOKS for Coaches. The most delicious CEUs you’ll ever earn!

Learn culinary skills from professional chefs and how to make healthy food taste great. Put your new-found knowledge into practice guiding your clients to set and achieve culinary-based goals for improved fitness, health and overall wellbeing.

MonjCOOKS for Coaches is approved for CEUs by the NBHWC (16), ACE (1.6), NASM (1.9), and AFAA (15) , so whether you have one certification or all four, this is the perfect course to keep your coaching credentials current while you learn how to make healthy food taste delicious from Chopped Champion Chef Eliza Martin. Plus, get the scoop from Monj Health’s Head of Coaching on how to level-up your coaching skills beyond motivational interviewing, so you can help your clients reach their food goals. MonjCOOKS for Coaches is available on-demand, so you can cook up your CEUs at your own pace.

INSPIRATION 1: Earn CEUs on your own time with MonjCOOKS for Coaches!

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Learning Objectives


  • Empower clients who desire culinary-based goals for improved fitness, health and overall wellbeing to develop and achieve self-determined goals.
  • Advance a client-centered process that stays within the scope of practice.
  • Gain increased awareness of the client experience through the lens of their food-related struggles by understanding and practicing self-empathy.
  • Recognize the signs of coach burnout and understand how cooking can play a role in self care.
  • Overcome potential cooking-related Imposter Syndrome by having a foundational culinary vocabulary and set of experiences to increase relational authenticity.
  • Explain the Mediterranean diet and its benefits.
  • Utilize the Motivational Interviewing technique of EPE to meet the client where they are, providing appropriate information with a client-centered approach.
  • Use summary reflections and open-ended questions to smoothly transition from EPE to the client generating a starting point for their self-determined goal.
  • Apply the SMART goal structure to partner with the client to craft a well-formulated goal.
  • Explore practical, joyful ways a client may choose to self-monitor goal accomplishment between coaching sessions.


Course Procedure

  1. Enroll in the course.
  2. View the course content.
  3. Take the test. (You must score 80% to pass. If you do not pass, you may retake the test.)
  4. Print your certificate of completion.


Course Content

  • A Message from Coach Amanda
  • A Message from Chef Eliza
  • Reminder: MonjCOOKS content is copyright protected
  • Learning Plan
  • Master Your Kitchen
  • Getting Started: Knife Skill Basics
  • Safety First!
  • Cooking Method Basics
  • The Flavor Framework
  • Introducing: Flavor Boosters
  • How to Use Them
  • Introducing: The Fresh & Full Plate
  • A Veggie-Lovin' Life
  • A Note on Starchy Carbohydrates
  • What You'll Need: Kitchen Essentials
  • MonjCOOKS Grocery List
  • Flavor Boosters Handout
  • Cooking Fundamentals Quiz
  • What Cooking at Home Does for You
  • Physical Health Benefits: A Deeper Dive
  • Mental Health Benefits: A Deeper Dive
  • Top Signs of Impending Burnout
  • The Power of Self-Care
  • Make Time for Me Time
  • Reflection 1
  • Reflection 2
  • The Basics: What is the Mediterranean Diet
  • Why Mediterranean Diet Knowledge is Important
  • The Incredible Impact of the Mediterranean Diet
  • The Role of Nutrients in the Mediterranean Diet
  • Practical Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
  • Mediterranean Diet Food List
  • Mediterranean Diet Grocery List
  • Mediterranean Diet Quiz
  • Roast Up Some Deliciousness
  • Lesson 1: Learning Plan
  • How to Season & Roast Vegetables
  • Introducing: The Rough Chop
  • Practice: Rough Chop Broccoli
  • Experimenting With Oils
  • Spice It Up!
  • Level Up: Super Simple Smoked Paprika Crema
  • Cooking Lesson: California Citrus Salmon
  • Cheat Sheet: California Citrus Salmon
  • Cooking Lesson: Mediterranean Chicken & Chickpeas
  • Cheat Sheet: Mediterranean Chicken & Chickpeas
  • Blueprint: One Pan Meal
  • Chop & Roast Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Roasting
  • Must-Have Mains
  • Lesson 2: Learning Plan
  • Choosing a Cooking Fat
  • All About Salt & Pepper
  • Introducing: The Slice
  • Practice: Slice Mushrooms
  • Prep Chicken Breast
  • Sauté the Perfect Chicken Breast
  • Steam-Sauté Veggies
  • Cooking Lesson: Provençal Chicken & Veggies
  • Cheat Sheet: Provençal Chicken & Veggies
  • Slice & Sauté Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Roasting
  • Stir-Fry Success
  • Lesson 3: Learning Plan
  • Blueprint: Simple Stir-Fry
  • High Heat Oils
  • Introducing: The Dice
  • Practice: Dice Bell Pepper
  • Picking & Prepping Protein
  • Prep Tofu
  • Tried & True Stir-Fry Sauce
  • Sweet & Savory Peanut Sauce
  • Tangy Lemon Garlic Sauce
  • Make it Pop
  • Introducing: Swaps
  • Stir-Fry Social
  • Cooking Lesson: Basil Broccoli Beef
  • Cheat Sheet: Basil Broccoli Beef
  • Dice & Stir-Fry Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Stir-Fry
  • Cooking Low & Slow
  • Lesson 4: Learning Plan
  • All About Layers
  • Blueprint: Soup
  • Layer 1: Aromatics
  • Practice: Rough Chop Garlic
  • Practice: Dice Onion
  • Layer 2: Liquid, Protein & Hearty Veg
  • Take A Break
  • Layer 3: Tender Veggies
  • Top It Off: Flavor Boosters
  • Think Beyond Soup
  • Tools of the Trade: Slow Cooker
  • Freezer Bag Food Prep
  • Freezer Bag Social
  • Cooking Lesson: Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • Cheat Sheet: Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • Blueprint: Soup
  • Simmer Soups Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Simmer Soups
  • Intro to Roasting Meats
  • Choose Your Meat
  • Lesson 5: Learning Plan
  • Classic Spice Rub
  • Blending Flavors: Rubs
  • Make the Perfect Roast
  • Reap the Rewards of Searing
  • Out-of-Oven Add-Ons
  • Swaps: Perfect Mashed Cauliflower
  • Saucey Toppers
  • Save Time With Prep
  • Company-Worthy Presentation
  • Minty Yogurt Berry Parfait Dessert
  • Enjoy Leftovers All Week
  • Cooking Lesson: Crispy Butternut & Pork Tenderloin
  • Cheat Sheet: Crispy Butternut & Pork Tenderloin
  • Sear & Roast Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Sear & Roast
  • Why Sauce?
  • Lesson 6: Learning Plan
  • Blueprint: Simmer Sauce
  • Play With Texture
  • The Effect of Texture
  • Choose Your Aromatics
  • Introducing: The Mince
  • Introducing: Deglazing
  • Choose Your Liquid
  • Cooking with Wine
  • Spice Things Up
  • Top it Off with Flavor Boosters
  • Sauce Inspiration
  • Cheat Sheet: Coconut Curry Simmer Sauce
  • Deglaze & Simmer Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Simmer Sauces
  • Breakfast of Champions
  • Lesson 7: Learning Plan
  • Powered Up Scrambled Eggs
  • More Veggies to Add
  • Meet the Egg Muffin
  • Broccoli & Feta Egg Muffins
  • Flavor Booster Favorites
  • How to Make a Simple Salsa
  • Cheat Sheet: Pepper & Kale Scramble
  • Make the Perfect Smoothie
  • Tools of the Trade: Blender
  • Smoothie Blueprint
  • Layer 1: Fruit
  • How To: Freeze Your Own Fruit
  • Layer 2: Greens & Other Veg
  • Layer 3: Fat
  • Layer 4: Protein
  • Layer 5: Make it POP
  • Layer 6: Liquid
  • Smoothie Inspiration
  • Smoothie Freezer Pops
  • Blueprint: Super Smoothie
  • Scramble & Blend Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Breakfast Favorites
  • Be a Super Snacker
  • Lesson 8: Learning Plan
  • Smart Snacking Equation
  • Scrumptious Snack Combos
  • Splendid Snack Components
  • The Lowdown on Greek Yogurt
  • Yogurt Parfait Power Up
  • How To: Choose Your Fruit
  • How To: Make a Savory Yogurt Dip
  • Yogurt Dip Flavor Boosters
  • Practice: Slicing & The Bias Cut
  • Mason Jar Snacks
  • Cheat Sheet: Sweet & Savory Snacking
  • Simple Snacking Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Smart Snacking
  • Imposter Syndrome: A Definition
  • Recognizing Imposter Syndrome
  • Dispelling Self-Doubt to Bust Imposter Syndrome
  • The Importance of Culinary Confidence
  • Utilizing Your Culinary Confidence to Help Clients
  • Reflection 3
  • Reflection 4
  • The Flavor Framework
  • Lesson 9: Learning Plan
  • Blending Sweet & Sour
  • Sweet Foods
  • Sour Foods
  • Finding Balance
  • Salsa Blueprint
  • Smooth Tomatillo Salsa
  • Strawberry Basil Salsa
  • Salsa Party!
  • Strawberry Margarita Mocktail
  • Enjoy It Your Way
  • Cooking Lesson: Blackened Fish Tacos
  • Sweet & Sour Flavor Experiments Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Flavor Experiments
  • Meatball Madness
  • Lesson 10: Learning Plan
  • Salty Foods
  • Spicy Foods
  • Marvelous Meatballs
  • Let Veggies Lead the Way
  • How to Mince Garlic
  • Play With Spices & Herbs
  • Switch Up Proteins
  • Tools of the Trade: Spiralizer
  • Zoodle Cooking Tips
  • How About Spaghetti Squash?
  • Meatball Inspiration
  • Family Mealtime
  • Meatball Meal Prep
  • Classic Meatball Combo
  • Use a Scoop
  • Simmer Meatballs
  • Cooking Lesson: Turkey Meatball Pasta
  • Cheat Sheet: Turkey Meatball Pasta
  • Salty & Spicy Flavor Experiments Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Flavor Experiments
  • Keep Practicing: Flavor Experiments
  • Next-Level Snacking
  • Lesson 11 Learning Plan
  • Umami Foods
  • Bitter Foods
  • Snack Attack
  • Roasted Garlic: Umami in a Bulb
  • Roasted Veggie Dip Blueprint
  • Rich Romesco Dip
  • Dipspiration
  • Brush Up On Roasting
  • Experiment With Layering Flavor
  • What is Crudité Anyway?
  • The Power of Presentation
  • Time Savers
  • Umami & Bitter Flavor Experiments Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Flavor Experiments
  • Quick & Easy Home Cooking
  • Lesson 12 Learning Plan
  • The Ultimate Time Saver
  • How it Works
  • Prep is Your Friend
  • Packing & Storing
  • Washing & Chopping
  • Shelf Life
  • Crank up the Fun
  • Put it to Practice
  • Grocery List
  • Get Prepped
  • Base Meal: Roasted Chicken & Veggies
  • Plan it Out
  • Meal 2: Chicken & Vegetable Soup
  • Meal 3: Crunchy Chicken Salad
  • Meal 4: Spicy Chicken Tacos
  • Meal 5: Avocado Chicken Wraps
  • Give it a Try!
  • How to Roast a Whole Chicken
  • Batch Cooking Basics Quiz
  • Rethink Salad
  • Lesson 13 Learning Plan
  • Shades of Green
  • Rough Chop Greens
  • Make it a Meal With Protein
  • Super Salad Power Up
  • Load on the Veg
  • Dress It Up: Basic Vinaigrette
  • Make It Your Own: Vinaigrette Blueprint
  • A Little Something Extra
  • Whip It Up: Baja Salmon Salad
  • Cheat Sheet: Baja Salmon Salad
  • Perfect Sautéed Salmon
  • Salads Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Salads
  • Why Wrap?
  • Lesson 14 Learning Plan
  • What’s In a Wrap?
  • Wrap Blueprint
  • Wrap-Worthy Leaves
  • Extending Shelf Life
  • Level Up!
  • How to Blanch
  • More Wrappers
  • Get Shredded!
  • Introducing: The Julienne
  • Make it Hearty With Protein
  • Add Some Flavor Boosters
  • Amp it Up!
  • Make Leftover Magic
  • Taco Tuesdays!
  • Wrapspiration
  • Cooking Lesson: Asian Street Tacos
  • Cheat Sheet: Creamy Green Harissa Chicken Cups
  • Wraps Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Wraps
  • Bountiful Bowls
  • Lesson 15 Learning Plan
  • Have Fun With Layers
  • Bowl Blueprint
  • Layer 1: Veggie Base
  • Optional: Add Some Grains
  • Layer 2: Protein
  • Layer 3: More Veggies
  • Layer 4: Sauces
  • Layer 5: Toppers
  • Choose Your Temp
  • Time Savers
  • Mason Jar Bowls
  • Bowl-spiration
  • Get the Whole Family Involved
  • Handout: Buddha Bowl Blueprint
  • Cooking Lesson: Lebanese Grain Bowl
  • Buddha Bowls Quiz
  • Keep Practicing: Buddha Bowls
  • Understanding Self-Empathy
  • Self-Empathy Exercise
  • Tuning In: Client Empathy
  • Affirmations & Goal Setting
  • Reflection 5
  • Reflection 6
  • Motivational Interviewing: The EPE Technique & SMART Goals
  • Motivational Interviewing: The EPE Technique & SMART Goals Exam
  • Be the Change
  • Progress, Not Perfection
  • Reflection 7
  • Reflection 8
  • Prep
  • Final Quiz
  • Special Coaching Bundle
  • Congratulations!
  • Tell Us Your Thoughts!

Available Course Credits

ACE1.6
AFAA15
NASM1.9