ACE Health Coach Certification Practice Test

Which intervention style involves the coach offering direct suggestions for client actions?

1. Prescriptive

2. Catalytic

3. Informative

4. Supportive

The correct answer is: Prescriptive

The prescriptive intervention style is characterized by the coach actively providing specific recommendations or direct suggestions for actions that the client should take. This style is particularly useful when the client seeks guidance or when it's clear that certain strategies could be beneficial for their situation. A prescriptive approach tends to focus on problem-solving, where the coach draws on their expertise to propose solutions that have been effective for others in similar circumstances. By utilizing direct suggestions, the coach can help the client navigate through obstacles, establish clear action steps, and promote accountability in pursuing their goals. This can be especially effective in situations where the client may feel overwhelmed or uncertain about how to proceed. In contrast, other intervention styles such as catalytic, informative, and supportive do not primarily involve the coach giving direct recommendations. The catalytic style encourages clients to explore their own solutions, the informative style focuses on providing knowledge or information without direct suggestions, and supportive interventions revolve around providing encouragement and emotional support rather than directives.