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Programming Courses for Personal Trainers

If you’re looking for a Programming Certification, check out our Programming Instructor Courses below! These courses are internationally recognised and registered with NASM and AFAA so on completion you’ll receive CEUs. Courses are tailored for Fitness Professionals who want to learn more about Programming and potentially become a Programming Coach.

Delivery Method

Overview
All courses are delivered 100% online and completely self-paced, giving you the flexibility to study around your own schedule.

Course Content
All course components are completed through our interactive online learning platform. Content is delivered via video lectures, powerpoint presentations, online eBooks and audio books — so you can learn in the style that suits you best. You can log in anytime, from anywhere, to work through the material.

Assessments
Assessments are all multiple-choice questions designed to test your knowledge and application. You have unlimited assessment attempts so even if you don’t pass the assessment at first chance, you can resubmit at no extra cost.

Completion Certificate
On completion of your assessment you will automatically receive your completion certificate and NASM CEUs.

How The Process Works

Explore our wide selection of CEC/CEU courses tailored to meet your professional development needs. Each course is crafted to boost your proficiency and knowledge in targeted fitness areas. For detailed information and to begin, simply click on your chosen courses.

Once you’ve selected your course, register through our easy-to-use online portal. Fill in your details, choose your payment option, and secure your spot. Registration is quick and straightforward. Once you’ve completed payment – you’ll have immediate access to your coursework.

After registering, you’ll gain immediate access to all course materials. The course is 100% self paced so you can enjoy the flexibility of completing the course on your schedule, with engaging content that fits into your busy life. Whether you prefer to learn in short bursts or dedicate longer sessions, you’re in control.

At the end of the course, you’ll complete a final assessment to test your knowledge and ensure you’ve mastered the material. The assessment is multiple choice questions (no video assessments required). You have unlimited attempts to complete the assessment.

Towards the end of your course, you’ll take a final assessment designed to evaluate your understanding and ensure you have thoroughly grasped the content. This assessment consists of multiple-choice questions and some courses requires a submission of a video demonstration. Our course assessment offers unlimited attempts, enabling you to achieve mastery at your own pace.

What Support is Available?

If you encounter any technical issues or have general questions about the course, you can reach out to our dedicated support team. We’re here to assist you with any concerns you may have, ensuring a smooth learning experience.

For course-specific questions, you can directly email the course presenter. Whether you need clarification on the material or advice on applying the concepts, the presenter is available to guide you through the content. Contact details will be provided within the course materials.

Join our Facebook group for course participants, where you can connect with peers, share insights, and ask questions. The group is a supportive community where both fellow students and course instructors are active, offering additional tips and encouragement as you progress.

Course Content

Programming Essentials Level 1​

Programming Essentials Level 2

Discover how to stay within your scope of practice as a Fitness Professional

Discover how to program (both long term and short term) for clients that have the goal of increasing strength.

How to program (both long term and short term) for clients that have the goal of building muscle

Explore the importance of being known within your community and how to leverage your visibility to enhance your professional opportunities and credibility.

How to program (both long term and short term) for clients that have the goal of improving Mobility

How to program (both long term and short term) for clients that have the goal of increasing endurance

How to program (both long term and short term) for clients that have the goal of losing fat

Discover how to stay within your scope of practice as a Fitness Professional

Discover how to program (both long and short term) for kids

How to program (both long and short term) for adolescents

How to program (both long and short term) for adults

How to program (both long and short term) for Pregnant & Post Natal Women

How to program (both long and short term) for athletes

How to program (both long and short term) for Rehab/Prehab

Courses Recognized in the USA and Canada by

Courses Recognized Internationally

AUSTRALIA

NEW ZEALAND

UNITED KINGDOM

IRELAND

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I recently completed the 'Training Older Adults 1' course, and I found it incredibly valuable. The content was well-structured, evidence-based, and packed with practical strategies that I could immediately apply with my clients. Highly recommend it to any fitness professional looking to specialize in this growing area!
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My first day back at work, after taking the Training Older Adult course, I felt much more confident coaching & guiding seniors with arthritis and osteoporosis.
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Very informative and fun courses. I’ve now completed 4 (resistance band training, training females level 1&2, and pre- and post-natal training) and have enjoyed all of them. I can listen to the courses while commuting, and go back and listen as many times as I need. The courses are also affordable which is a bonus! LETS GO BLUE JAYS!! ⚾️⚾️
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I have used fitness education online as a way to obtain my CEC credits. I completed both the kettlebell one and two courses. The courses were easy to navigate with minimal reading and lots of video technique. Assessments were not written, but interactive by demonstrating what you have learned with kettlebells. I will definitely be continuing to use this company for further CEC credits.
I have been on the fitness industry for about 8 years now. I have taken two courses through Online education, Resistance band essentials and now I just completed Female Training Specialist - Level 1

I found both courses to be beneficial from the amount of information and the practical aspects shown in the courses. The presenters and instructors are top notch.

I would recommend either courses to those new to the industry and also those who might want to expand their skill set.
I thoroughly enjoyed learning from the presenters and materials covered in Programming Essentials for Fitness Professionals. Each section had good and clear information and examples to draw from. I look forward to continuing these online offerings to supplement the in-person classes I am taking through Canfit Pro. Thanks
Learned a lot from the various speakers/trainers from the Programming Essentials course package. Would recommend if you want to learn about programming for different goals
I’ve been in the fitness industry for 15 years, and am constantly looking for new ways to improve the lives of clients through fitness. I happened to stumble across FEO on fb and I could have been more lucky to find this amazing resource ! I took the Programming Essentials level 1 and 2 and found it so informative and well put together. Every year the industry changes and with that so should the way we approach training. These courses are clear concise and very well formatted. I recommend them to new and old trainers alike as well as fitness enthusiasts and athletes 🙂
I have been in the industry for 7 years. I found a wide selection of courses to complete my CEC’s. I have taken two so far, the latest was Training Female Clients level 1. I love how the courses are online and our self-paced. The mini quizzes in between were fantastic to make sure I am comprehending the information given correctly. These courses are fantastic for anyone who needs to Get there CEC’s Or just for more information on a subject.

-Jen Rosen
I completed both Mobility Essentials Level 1 and Level 2, and I found the information extremely valuable.

I’m genuinely interested in these topics and currently reading Anatomy Trains by Thomas Myers, so it was especially useful to receive practical applications of the concepts — structured flows and actionable movement strategies that can be implemented immediately.

The instructor presented the material in a very structured way, while keeping the tone engaging and slightly playful, which made the learning process enjoyable rather than overly academic or dry.

I also appreciated the additional materials provided alongside the course.

If I had to suggest one improvement, I would say that incorporating more visual aids could enhance the learning experience even further. That said, this did not affect the quality or value of the content itself. Perhaps we are simply becoming accustomed to increasingly high production standards in online education.

Overall, it was a very worthwhile experience, and I’m glad I took both levels.
I’m from southeastern Ohio in the US. I’ve been a CPT for about 4 years. I just finished the Training Older Adults Level 1 course. I appreciated the practical examples of what exercises to use and the many modifications available, not just theory! Surprisingly this course would be great for most trainers that work in the community setting, even if seniors aren’t your main clients. There were applications for injuries, kids, seniors, differently abled individuals, and those new to fitness, etc!

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Programming Certification FAQs

To become a programming coach, you will need to have a strong understanding of human movement and be able to communicate effectively with your clients. Aside from that, you’ll need to obtain a programming coach certification, which our online courses can assist you with. Once you have these things, you can start your own business or join an existing fitness facility that offers programming coaching services.

The two terms are often used interchangeably, however a Mobility “Instructor” is usually referring to a Fitness Professional who takes “classes” and a Programming “Coach” is usually referring to a Fitness Professional who takes personal training clients.

Once you register for your Mobility course, you will be sent your log in details. You then work through the course at your own pace, watching the videos and reading the materials. At the end of the course, there is an assessment (both theory and practical). Once you submit your assessment, allow our team 3 business days to grade your assessment. Assuming your assessment is successful we will also send you your completion certificate along with your CEUs / CECs. If unsuccessful, you are able to resubmit your assessment free of charge.

Our Programming Certification Courses range from $125-$175.

Fitness Education Online are an internationally recognized CEU provider. Our courses are recognised with all the major registration bodies in the world including NASM, AFAA, Canfitpro, Fitness Australia, REPS New Zealand plus more. Our presenters are award winning international presenters.

A Fitness Professional should complete a Programming Certification Course if they plan to do the following 

  • Use Programming in their own training
  • Use Programming in their Group Fitness classes
  • Use Programming with their Personal Training clients

Programming Training isn’t covered in depth during your initial Personal Training Certification and therefore chances are you haven’t been trained in how to use Programming. This can result in the exercises not being performed properly which leads to less benefit and an increased chance of injury. 

Completing a Certification ensures that you can both perform the exercises correctly yourself AND coach your clients on how to perform the exercises correctly. 

NASM is considered to be a global leader in certifying fitness professionals and has been around for over 30 years. If a course is recognized by NASM – it has gone through a strict accreditation process.

There are numerous advantages to completing an online Programming certification

  • You can take as long as you like to complete the course
  • You can watch the videos over and over again
  • Even after completing the course you log back in and review the course material

CEU Course FAQs

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are credits that fitness professionals earn by completing approved courses, workshops, or seminars. CEUs are crucial for maintaining certifications and staying updated on the latest industry practices and knowledge.

The number of CEUs required varies by certifying body. We recommend checking with your specific certification organization for their exact CEU requirements to keep your credentials current.

Yes, our courses are recognized by leading certification bodies, including NASM, AFAA, ACE, canfitpro, and NFPT. Each course description specifies the CEUs awarded and the approving organizations.

  • Explore our NASM Approved CEU Courses
  • Explore our AFAA Approved CEU Courses
  • Explore our ACE Approved CEU Courses
  • Explore our canfitpro Approved CEU Courses
  • Explore our NFPT Approved CEU Courses

There is no time limit on our courses; you can take as long as you need to complete them. This allows you the flexibility to learn at your own pace while managing your professional and personal commitments.

Yes, you can enroll in multiple courses simultaneously, and we offer discounts for course bundles. However, we recommend focusing on one course at a time to ensure thorough understanding and successful completion of assessments.

Our CEU courses are primarily online, allowing you to complete them from anywhere.

If you don’t pass the final assessment, you’ll have the opportunity to retake it. Our courses allow unlimited attempts at no extra cost, and we provide additional resources to support your success on your next try.

After completing a course, you’ll receive a certificate of completion. Submit this certificate to your certifying organization, either through their online portal or by following their specific submission instructions.

Yes. The completion date on your certificate will reflect the day you pass the final assessment, allowing you to buy now and complete the course at your convenience to align with your certification cycle.

We offer a 30-day refund policy for our CEU courses. Please refer to our full refund policy for specifics.

We accept several payment options, including major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express), PayPal, and direct bank transfers. All transactions are securely processed through our online registration system.

Kettlebell Level 1

NASM: 1 CEU

AFAA: 1 CEU

Canfitpro: 4 CECs

ACE: 1 CEC

Kettlebell Level 2

NASM: 1.1 CEU

AFAA: 1.1 CEU

Canfitpro: 4 CECs

ACE: 1 CEC

Kettlebell Bundle

NASM: 2.1 CEU

AFAA: 2.1 CEU

Canfitpro: 8 CECs

ACE: 2 CEC

Kettlebell Level 1:

Approx 10 hours

Kettlebell Level 2:

Approx 10 hours

Kettlebell Bundle

Approx 20 hours

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