Legal & Ethical Guidelines for Students and Graduates

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At HealYour Life Training South Africa, we provide metaphysical and holistic wellness training approved by Louise Hay and authorized under license with Hay House. Our programs equip students with skills in coaching, teaching, and facilitation while maintaining alignment with ethical and professional standards. Below, we clarify the legal considerations for those studying with us or who have completed our programs.

1. Recognition & Legal Standing of Our Courses

• Our courses are designed to train individuals in metaphysical and holistic wellness practices, personal development, and coaching.
• We are not an accrediting body but offer training that is authorised by Louise Hay and is licensed through Hay House.
• Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion, which signifies that they have completed training in a specific methodology or approach.
• Depending on the course completed, graduates must obtain their licensing for professional practice and sign the Heal Your Life® Code of Ethics.

2. Your Right to Practice Under South African Law

Freedom to Practice (Section 22 of the Constitution)

• The South African Constitution grants every citizen the right to choose their occupation or profession and to practice it freely, as long as they comply with applicable regulations.
• Our training prepares graduates to work as coaches, teachers, or facilitators within the field of holistic wellness and personal development.

Regulated vs. Non-Regulated Professions

• Our graduates are not licensed psychologists, therapists, social workers, or medical professionals.
• Fields like psychology and counseling are regulated by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and require formal qualifications and registration.
• However, holistic coaching, teaching, and facilitation do not require licensing under South African law, meaning graduates can operate as independent practitioners in these fields.

3. Professional Memberships & Further Development

While no governing body officially regulates coaching, teaching, or facilitation, there are professional membership organizations that graduates may choose to join for ethical guidance, community support, and recognition.

Examples in South Africa include:

•  COMENSA (Coaches and Mentors of South Africa) 
• ETDP SETA (Education, Training & Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority) for facilitator training

Graduates can choose to complete the ETDP SETA facilitator training for further professional development as teachers and facilitators. Coaching memberships each have their own criteria, and it is the responsibility of the graduate to apply based on their individual needs and qualifications.

As a training provider, we do our best to ensure our graduates have the necessary knowledge and resources to support their applications, but membership and licensing decisions remain the responsibility of the individual.

4. Scope of Practice & Ethical Considerations

As a graduate of our programs, you may:
✔ Offer personal development coaching, holistic wellness support, and educational training.
✔ Facilitate workshops, private sessions, and group programs based on Heal Your Life® teachings.
✔ Support individuals in navigating emotions, mindset shifts, and self-awareness.
✔ Work independently, within organizations, or in community settings.

⚠ However, you may NOT:
❌ diagnose or treat medical or psychological conditions.
❌ Prescribe medication or provide clinical therapy.
❌ Represent yourself as a psychologist, counsellor, or social worker unless you hold separate credentials in those fields.

To maintain ethical integrity, all graduates must sign and adhere to the Heal Your Life® Code of Ethics and provide a clear disclaimer stating that their services are educational and coaching-based, not medical or psychological interventions.

5. Legal Compliance & International Considerations

Consumer Protection & Ethical Clarity

• Under South Africa’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA), all practitioners must clearly define their services to clients.
• We recommend including a disclaimer in your practice that outlines your qualifications, training, and scope of services.

Practising Internationally

• Laws regarding coaching, teaching, and facilitation vary by country.
• If you plan to work outside of South Africa, you should research local laws to ensure compliance with licensing and practice regulations.