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18 Weeks

Certificate Length

$4,000.00

Tuition

What does a Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach do?

Personal Trainers work with individual clients or small groups – typically in a gym, fitness center, or in clients’ homes. They evaluate their clients’ current fitness levels, personal goals, and skills, develop personalized training certificates and monitor clients’ progress. Nutrition Coaches work with the general population to facilitate the inclusion of healthy eating behaviors and empower their clients to take responsibility for their own health.

To be a successful Nutrition Coach, individuals must possess knowledge of both nutritional science and behavior change strategies. It’s this knowledge of behavior change that makes Personal Trainers great candidates for Nutrition Coach roles.

With a nutrition coaching certification, fitness professionals can take their expertise to the next level. The combination of these roles offers Increased earning potential, the ability to offer a more holistic fitness and health skillset, and the knowledge to fully address clients’ fitness and nutritional needs – to name just a few.

Where In the AdventHealth Network Can You Work?

Personal trainers and nutrition coaches can work in various settings, including gyms, fitness centers, private studios, corporate wellness certificates, and online coaching. They may also find employment in community centers, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, cruise ships, resorts, and colleges or universities. Their services typically involve designing personalized workout plans, providing nutritional guidance, and helping clients achieve their fitness and wellness goals in diverse environments.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Web browser with internet connection

Course registration & payment

Training Materials Provided

Expert-led video based training

Competency assessments

National Certification exam fee

PERSONAL TRAINER AND NUTRITION COACH

Outcomes

MedCerts NASM Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach certificate teaches the knowledge and skills to earn two certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) – Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC).

Students must have the physical strength and experience to model proper form when completing exercises, should possess basic experience in operating gym equipment, and be comfortable giving instructions on how to use it. Personal Trainers should also be comfortable writing fitness and health reports for clients, providing positive reinforcement and strategizing their methods to meet and exceed their clients’ health goals.

NASM’s Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification is the gold standard in the industry and is the preferred certification by most employers. It is NCCA-accredited, which is vitally important as many gyms and fitness centers only accept accredited certifications. The combination of the Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) certifications set MedCerts trained candidates apart from other trainers and opens more career opportunities. Trainers with both certifications can reach a wider group of potential clients which leads to higher earning potential.

Because graduates will be working in a healthcare facility, it is imperative that they be able to speak and understand the language of medicine and have a fundamental understanding of basic human anatomy and physiology. As such, HI-1014: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology is included to lay this important foundation.

Skills Learned

Upon completion of this certified personal trainer and nutrition coach certificate you’ll learn a number of skills, including:

  • Gain knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy, and physiology
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
  • Master health and fitness topics, including nutrition, certificate design, human movement science, and fitness assessments
  • Learn and practice teaching, customer service, and first aid skills
  • Develop organizational and communication skills
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COURSES - 18 WEEKS

Professionalism in Allied Health
Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
NASM’s Essentials of Personal Fitness Training
NASM’s Essentials of Nutrition Coaching

CERTIFICATE PREVIEW

PERSONAL TRAINER AND NUTRITION COACH JOB POSSIBILITIES

The concept of sports personal training. A fit man and a slender woman do sports exercises together. The lady stepped forward with her foot as the coach corrected her body position

Certified Personal Trainer

Sportsman in plank position exercising dumbbell push-ups

Fitness Trainer

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Health and Nutrition Coach

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Upon completing the MedCerts NASM Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach certificate, you will have the knowledge and skills required to earn two certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) – Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC). These certifications will set you apart from other trainers, opening up more career opportunities and increasing your earning potential.

ISSUING AUTHORITY

CNC

Certified Nutrition Coach

The certified nutrition coach (CNC) will be able to guide clients seeking to improve their body composition, athletic performance, and their health through carefully crafted nutrition coaching that takes age, culture, socioeconomic status, and more into account. This is a specialty certification that enables Personal Trainers to work with clients to develop strategies that address issues like obesity, body composition, aging, and lifestyle approaches to disease management.

CPT

Certified Personal Trainer

The certified personal trainer (CPT) is equipped to design and implement individualized fitness programs tailored to meet the unique needs and objectives of their clients. From weight loss and muscle gain to enhanced athletic performance and mobility improvement, a CPT considers factors such as age, physical condition, past injuries, and lifestyle habits. This specialized certification allows fitness professionals to assist individuals in achieving their personal fitness goals, fostering habits that promote lifelong health, well-being, and physical resilience.

PERSONAL TRAINER AND NUTRITION COACH REGISTRATION

As an AdventHealth University employee, fast-track your education and select “AdventHealth University Educational Assistance” at checkout to take advantage of your tuition benefits. 

If you need additional funding sources, we offer many convenient options

Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.

Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.

 

Pay for your training with an education loan through Meritize.

Reserve your seat by completing the course registration process using the provided option.

 

CERTIFICATE COMPARISONS

PROFESSIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Community College
Program & Tuition Cost
$4,000 average
Up to $20,000
Exam Fees, Books & Materials
Included
Up to $750
Job Ready In
3–6 months
24–48 months
Schedule Flexibility
On-demand 24/7
Set class schedule
Travel Requirements
None: 100% online
On-campus classrooms
Student Support
Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
Professors: scheduled office hours
Career Coaching
Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
Content Delivery
3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
Professor lectures

MEET YOUR WORKFORCE TRAINING SPECIALIST!

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Amanda Lynn is your Workforce Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand your certificate of study, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Amanda to learn more about your certificate, AdventHealth University and how to achieve your workforce development goals!

FAQ

Personal Trainers work with individual clients or small groups – typically in a gym, fitness center, or in clients’ homes. They evaluate their clients’ current fitness levels, personal goals, and skills, develop personalized training certificates and monitor clients’ progress. Nutrition Coaches work with the general population to facilitate the inclusion of healthy eating behaviors and empower their clients to take responsibility for their own health. 

To be a successful Nutrition Coach, individuals must possess knowledge of both nutritional science and behavior change strategies. It’s this knowledge of behavior change that makes Personal Trainers great candidates for Nutrition Coach roles. 

With a nutrition coaching certification, fitness professionals can take their expertise to the next level. The combination of these roles offers Increased earning potential, the ability to offer a more holistic fitness and health skillset, and the knowledge to fully address clients’ fitness and nutritional needs – to name just a few. 

No, this certificate does not count for college credit. 

Yes, our certificate is fully online and asynchronous. 

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