The PNE Leve-1 + ISSN-SNS (Sports Nutrition Specialist) certification on the GPNi® portal is our ‘foundation’ sports nutrition certification and is a great lead-in to the more advanced CISSN certification.
Gives personal trainers and other fitness professionals a competitive edge in their industry.
All health/fitness/medical professionals working with athletes or active individuals should have a fundamental understanding of the adaptive response to exercise and the role nutrition plays in the acute and chronic response to exercise.
This is a double certification that includes:
- ISSN Sports Nutrition Specialist (SNS)
- Performance Nutrition Expert (PNE) Level-1
This course will prepare you for the ISSN Sports Nutrition Specialist (ISSN-SNS) Exam
• Fundamental nutrition and exercise concepts will be thoroughly covered
• Sports nutrition science, application, supplementation, and research will be examined
Current research, trends, and topics in sports nutrition will be highlighted and reviewed
• The course covers more than just exam topics
• New concepts are covered to ensure you are a well-rounded and informed sports nutrition specialist
This is a double certification that includes:
- On-demand video contents – over 18 hours
- Reading and review – about 15-25 hours
- ISSN-SNS exam – 1.5 hours
- Q&A with experts
- Group work + Building connections with students around the world
This double certification course covers more than just exam topics
- New concepts are covered to ensure you are a well-rounded and informed sports nutrition specialist
- You will have access to the on-demand content from GPNI and some live, virtual sessions (schedule to be announced at a later date)
Once you received the account access, you can start studying immediately with the on-demand content on the GPNi® Student Center.
Receive a free one-year membership and get access to the “Members Corner” also with exclusive content, tools, and downloads.
Note: You can definitely do the whole thing on your own, at your own pace, as the course content is fully available on demand, online.
- CEC’s/CEU’s
5.5 ACE | 1.9 NASM | 1.5 AFAA | 10 CoachSG CCEs
- Course Fee:
S$1930
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- 18-Hour Recorded Video
Access recorded videos, complement them with electronic lecture notes, and engage fully with the course content to enhance your learning experience. - 200 Module Test Questions
Engage in the online completion of course module test questions to become acquainted with the types and range of exam questions you will encounter. - Complete the Exam
Once you have finished all the learning materials, proceed to take the online exam.
Course Outline
Module 1 – Course Introduction & Nutrition Fundamentals
- Course Introduction
- Nutrition Fundamentals & Macronutrients
- Micronutrients, Water & Hydration
Module 2 – Skeletal Muscle & Support Systems
- Skeletal Muscle Fundamentals
- Bioenergetics & Skeletal Muscle Energy Systems
- Macronutrient Metabolism in Exercise and Training
Module 3 – Nutrition, Training & Performance
- Energy Expenditure and Balance
- Energy Imbalance, Obesity and Weight, Body Composition Management
Module 4 – Nutrition Performance, Dietary Trends
- Nutritional Recommendations for Active Person and Athletes
- Current Dietary Trends & Creating a Diet
Module 5 – Dietary Supplements & Ergogenic Acids
- Making Wise Choices in the Nutrition Marketplace
- Ergogenic Adis, Group A
- Ergogenic Adis, Group B & C
Module 6 – Exercise Hydration & Nutrition Considerations
- Exercise Thermoregulation, Fluid Balance and Rehydration
- Hypohydration
- Nutritional Considerations for Intense Training and Competition
- Exercise and Effects on Illness
Module 7 – Sport Nutrition Applications
- Endurance Sports
- Strength and Power Sports
- Team Sports
- Bodybuilding & Physique
- Swimming
Module 8 – Exam Review & Assignment Discussion
- ISSN Position Stand and Research Review
- Spotlight on Careers in Sports Nutrition
- Performance Nutrition Plan Creation and Presentation& SNS Exam
What you will learn
Explore the learning objectives to gain valuable insights and skills that empower your journey
- Nutrient timing incorporates the use of methodical planning and eating of whole foods, fortified foods, and dietary supplements.
- The timing of energy intake and the ratio of certain ingested macronutrients may enhance recovery and tissue repair, augment muscle protein synthesis (MPS), and improve mood states following high-volume or intense exercise
- Best natural nutritional supplements and whole foods to boost physical performance
- Optimal dosages of key nutritional ingredients for maximum efficacy, safety and longevity
- The right sports nutrition plan for the right athlete and athletic performance.
- Traffic light systems on supplementation (products) that are proven to work and backed by science according to ISSN literature
- In-depth understanding of the ISSN Position Stands.
- Ethics and best standards of practice for performance nutrition
Requirements
Although no formal post-secondary course work is required, candidates are expected to have a working knowledge of basic exercise training, general nutrition, sports supplements, and are familiar with the ISSN’s current position papers. To qualify to register for the SNS exam, you must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Who should take the ISSN-SNS exam?
Personal Trainers or Other Fitness Professionals who do not hold a 4-year University/College degree.
You can sign up for your free trial offer and gain access to Module 1 right now!
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Remember, it’s not just “what you know” but WHO YOU KNOW! Plug into the world of sports nutrition science and upgrade both your skills and career today!