Sports Nutrition Specialist
Our Sports Nutrition Specialist Certification equips trainers with essential, science-backed nutrition expertise. This program prepares you to confidently guide clientsâwhether theyâre new to fitness or competitive athletesâtoward achieving their goals through effective, personalized nutrition. Covering topics like energy metabolism, macronutrients, hydration, and safe supplement use, this course provides a comprehensive foundation in sports nutrition that also serves as a stepping stone for advanced certifications. Gain the skills to design tailored, results-driven nutrition strategies that clients can trust, and become a reliable source of nutrition knowledge in your field.
This course offers flexible learning pathways to suit your style:
- E-course with E-book â Perfect for those who love learning on-the-go.
- E-course with Printed Book â Ideal for a hands-on approach with the blend of digital and physical learning.
- Printed Book with Physical Course Materials â Great for tactile learners who prefer comprehensive, hands-on materials.
Course Goals
- Understand that nutrition is a critical component, making up 80% of the journey toward ideal health, weight, and body composition.
- Educate clients on the lifelong benefits of healthy body composition over quick-fix fat loss programs.
- Gain proficiency in the IFPA Sports Nutrition Certification Guidelines to confidently teach these concepts to clients.
- Distinguish credible nutrition facts from fads and myths, empowering clients to avoid unsafe, ineffective âquick fixes.â
- Recognize the role of nutrition in enhancing exercise performance and maximizing training outcomes.
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Learning Objectives
- Master essential sports nutrition knowledge to help clients achieve their best in health, fitness, and athletic performance.
- Identify the ideal balance, percentages, and quality of macro and micronutrients for diverse nutritional needs.
- Understand effective, sustainable methods for healthy fat lossânot just weight lossâfocusing on safe, performance-enhancing strategies.
- Develop skills to evaluate food choices based on individual client goals, needs, and preferences.
- Assess nutritional requirements by analyzing key components such as calories, protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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Skills Gained
- Confidently educate clients on the proven methods and strategies of optimal sports nutrition.
- Craft safe, effective nutrition plans tailored to meet each clientâs unique needs, goals, and lifestyle.
- Recognize the health benefits of combining balanced nutrition with regular physical activity.
- Understand the scientific foundation of sports nutrition to steer clients away from ineffective fad diets.
- Apply research-backed principles to provide sound nutrition guidance that clients can trust.
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Course Essentials & Requirements
Course Package Includes:
- Comprehensive Textbook
- Study Guide
- 100-question multiple-choice, open-book certification exam
- Certificate upon obtaining a passing exam score
Recommended Prerequisites:
- CPR/First Aid Certification are highly recommended although not required.
- Personal Trainer Certification is also encouraged to enhance your learning.
Course & Delivery Options:
E-book and E-course
Your e-book will arrive via email within 48 business hours and you will have immediate access to the Study Guide and exam in your IFPA Account.
Physical Book and E-course
Your physical book will ship within 7 business days, while the Study Guide and exam are ready to access now in your IFPA Account.
Complete Physical Course Package
Your book, study guide, and exam will all ship together within 7 business days. For faster delivery, you can select rush shipping on the Special Services page.
Duration:
This course must be completed within six months from your registration date.
Extensions:
Extensions for an additional three months are available for purchase on the Special Services page.
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