Certificate
Diet & Exercise Consultant
A certificate on how proper diet and daily exercise work together to prevent chronic disease and support optimum health.
Program overview
This certificate program consists of 12 credit hours. It teaches and guides students to understand how proper diet and exercise play an important role in preventing multiple chronic diseases and reaching optimum health.
Objectives
To graduate successfully with the Diet & Exercise Consultant, you should be able to:
- Coordinate diet and exercise for an optimum-health approach
- Consult on and plan programs based on diet and daily exercise
- Evaluate assigned diet and exercise plans for ongoing improvement
- Manage and maintain client records
Career opportunities
Successful graduates should be able to find employment in the following areas:
- Hospital nutrition divisions
- Rehab centers
- Fitness centers and schools
- Nutrition and supplement industry
Note: Each course runs on a 12-week period that includes three exams, assignments and a paper. Year-long program, completable in 9 months.
