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Weight Management Specialist

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Description

Gain the knowledge and ability to assist clients in managing their weight and sustaining a healthy lifestyle by becoming an ISSA Weight Management Specialist. Help transform your clients' bodies inside and outside the gym. With ISSA's completely online Weight Management Specialist course, you are able to learn, study, take the exams, and complete the course on your own schedule in your own environment. Learn the skills to help your clients transform their bodies beyond their fitness program. As a Weight Management Specialist, you will learn the importance of nutrition and fueling your clients' bodies for specific results. Stand out among other trainers and become the expert in health, nutrition and fitness as an ISSA Weight Management Specialist.

Certifying Organization

International Sports Sciences Association

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 2 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Suggested because Weight Management Specialist applies to Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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