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Health, Safety & Work-Life Directorate

Office of Work-Life Programs -
Unit Health Promotion Coordinator Training (UHPC)men doing sit-ups

Who is Eligible for this Program?
Unit Health Promotion Coordinator Training is available to active duty or reserve members who are designated in writing by their command to assume the collateral duty of primary or alternate UHPC.

Purpose of Program
The Unit Health Promotion Coordinator Training provides students with the knowledge, tools and skills necessary to fulfill the collateral duty role of the UHPC as defined in the Health Promotion Manual (COMDTINST M6200.1A) and required by the Coast Guard Weight and Body Fat Standards Program Manual (COMDTINST M1020.8G).

Responsibilities of the UHPC
Review Chapter 1 of the Health Promotion Manual (COMDTINST M6200.1A) for a list of UHPC responsibilities.

Services and Resources Available
The following references provide additional information or course requirements for UHPC Training.

Requesting Training
Members who have been designated by the command to assume the role of primary or alternate UHPC should contact their Health Promotions Manager for information about the training dates available in their area. Members should submit the following documents to the regional HPM when applying for training:

UHPC Course Information
This course is a five day resident training. Each District holds at least one training annually. Travel costs associated with this training are funded by HQ and orders are provided by TQC.

Qualifications
The responsibility of being a UHPC extends beyond a passion and desire to be physically fit. Commands should make the best effort possible to assign an individual who demonstrates balanced, healthy lifestyle practices. That individual should meet the following qualifications:

Requirements to attend training are as follows:

  • Be free of tobacco products for a minimum of twelve months.
  • Be in compliance with the Coast Guard Weight and Body Fat Standards Program Manual (COMDTINST M1020.8G). (series).
  • Possess good communication and leadership skills, an approachable and empathetic demeanor and be willing to implement fitness programs and assist others in reaching their health goals.
  • Be enthusiastic about all healthy lifestyle behaviors (not just physical fitness) and committed to the essential elements of health promotion.
  • Abstain from alcohol or use it responsibly.
  • Abstain from use of all illegal substances.
  • Have at least two years remaining at a shore unit or one year remaining on an afloat unit when operationally possible.
  • Hold rate of Petty Officer or above (exceptions made for small units). At the Commanding Officer’s discretion, a reservist, auxiliarist or civilian employee may represent the unit if they meet all other qualifications.

Point of Contact
If you are unable to contact the Health Promotions Manager on your Regional Work-Life Staff, or need additional assistance beyond the information provided here, please contact the Headquarters Health Promotions Program Manager, LT Tim Merrell at (202) 475-5146, fax (202) 475-5907, or e-mail at Timothy.M.Merrell@uscg.mil.

Last Modified 8/29/2008