Description
The Certified Nutrition Specialist® credential (CNS) is the most advanced certification for personalized nutrition practitioners. Certified Nutrition Specialists practice science-based personalized nutrition therapy to power people to health. They are spearheading the transformation from population-based to personalized nutrition, and from disease care to authentic health care.
Details
If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
Related Programs
1 Fitness & Nutrition program on Career School App.
Personal Fitness Trainer
Diploma
Duration
40 Weeks
800 clock hours
Tuition
$13,657 for the Program
Personal Fitness Trainer & Nutritional Specialist
Certificate
Fort Collins Administrative Campus
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Tuition
$989 for the Program
See all 1 Fitness & Nutrition programs →Suggested because Certified Nutrition Specialist applies to Dietitians and Nutritionists. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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