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Is this in my scope?

A client situation comes up and you are not sure whether to coach through it or refer out. Answer a couple of questions and this tree points you to a clear next step — handle it in coaching, or refer to a registered dietitian, a physician, or a licensed mental-health professional — and explains why.

If anyone is in danger right now — chest pain, fainting, thoughts of self-harm or harming others — stop and call your local emergency number. This tool is for non-urgent situations only.

Educational guidance, not medical, mental-health, nutrition, or legal advice, and not a definition of your legal scope of practice — that varies by your certification, your state and your country. Work within your training; when in doubt, refer out. In an emergency, call your local emergency number.

VitalCoach keeps client intake, history, notes and check-ins in one place — so when something is outside your scope, you have the context to refer well and document it.

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