Earn Your Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) Certification
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What does it mean to become a Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC)?
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.
Why Earn Your Certification
Earning your certification proves to employers that you are knowledgeable in all aspects of your field. Here are some key reasons why you should earn your certification:
- Competitive advantage – Show hiring managers that you have the knowledge and skills to succeed
- Skills confidence – Apply for jobs with confidence that you are trained with industry-preferred skills that will ensure you are day-one ready
- Potential for promotion – Demonstrate that you are a go-getter and would be a great candidate for advancement
Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) Certification Outcomes
This certification ensures individuals can:
- Identify how culture, age, geographic region and socioeconomic status influence dietary eating patterns
- Explain foundational principles of nutrition science, including metabolism, macronutrients, micronutrients, hydration, alcohol and nutrient timing
- Describe healthy dietary patterns and explain the efficacy and appropriate, safe practices for the recommendation and use of supplements
- Empathize with clients and provide a nurturing environment to maximize client adherence to a nutrition coaching program
- Explain the mechanisms and science behind trending diets
- Develop customized, evidence-based nutrition programs for clientele
Overview of the Issuing Authority
Since 1987, the National Academy of Sports Medicine has trained over 1.4 million professionals in fitness and wellness. They are National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCAA) accredited and have over one thousand health club partners, and a network of industry leaders and influencers in 100 countries. The organization has its headquarters in Gilbert, Arizona.
Certification Requirements
There are no eligibility requirements for the CNC exam.
Renewal of the Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) is required every two years through completion of the CNC Renewal Exam. The CNC Renewal Exam will offer three exam attempts and will have an enrollment duration of 365 days. The CNC Renewal Exam will recertify the credential for another two years from the new completion date.
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Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach
Our Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach course equips you to provide personalized guidance and support to clients.
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Your Training Specialist is here to help you understand the program and payment options and succeed! Get in touch with your Training Specialist to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please let us know so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
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