Where do our graduates work?

On completion, you'll be able to excel in various roles. You can work in HR consultancy, learning and development consultancy, as a trainer, executive coach, or in strategic roles like a policy advisor. This programme gives you the skills for 1-on-1 roles like coaching or mentoring. Or you can dive into research, shaping the future of coaching and vitality with valuable insights for individuals and organisations. 

Discover a selection of career examples from our alumni:    

• (Self-employed) Coach  
• Trainer  
• Career counsellor  
• Occupational health consultant  
• Learning & development consultant  
• Reemployment and outplacement counselor  
• Policy advisor  
• Researcher on issues such as: vitality, healthy working conditions, and effective coaching techniques 

Certificates and registration 

After finishing the Master’s track in Coaching & Vitality, you can use your knowledge to tackle key issues in occupational health psychology. If you also have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, this track entitles you to A&O NIP registration and allows you to obtain the BAPD certificate (Basisaantekening Psychodiagnostiek; NIP), if you have chosen the HRM and Psychological Assessment course as an elective.

Please note that in the Netherlands, proficiency in Dutch is typically required for most BAPD internships and positions within companies.  

UvA Student Careers Centre

The Student Careers Centre is there to help with your career development. You can contact them to discuss your options, ambitions and doubts at any time during your studies.

Your diploma is not a farewell

After graduating, you don't have to say goodbye to the University of Amsterdam! We are happy to help you develop your career. You can join the young alumni programme, which will assist you in mapping out your career. And as an alumnus, you can also still use the Student Careers Centre.