The NFPA Certified Sports Performance Specialist (CSPS) will equip you with the knowledge needed to bring out the best in every athlete.
If you are a Personal Trainer, Coach, Group Fitness Instructor, Athlete or even a parent, this program will provide all the tools you need to positively impact your athletes/clients. Too often other certifications fail to provide full understanding of their material. Sports performance programing is complex, but that does not mean it should be difficult to follow and understand. The NFPA science backed program gives you step by step instruction enabling you to work with all age groups to promote optimal performance in your athletes. Details matter and frequently programs fail to fully explain the foundational principles that build the ultimate athlete. The knowledge you gain through the NFPA CSPS enhances your marketable skills enabling greater earning potential. Do not hesitate to get started today on this exciting and rewarding career opportunity.
Topics covered in the NFPA Certified Sports Performance Specialist Course:
Module 1: Exercise Physiology
Module 2: Anatomy and Biomechanics of Human Movement
Module 3: Performance Assessment and Testing
Module 4: Speed
Module 5: Agility and Change of Direction
Module 6: Plyometric Training
Module 7: Power and Strength Training
Module 8: Cardiovascular Endurance Training
Module 9: Flexibility
Module 10: Program Design / Periodization
Module 11: Common Injuries and Prevention
Module 12: Sports Nutrition
Study Material
The course provides a downloadable electronic version of the NFPA Sports Performance Specialist Manual. The NFPA-CSPS course material is regularly audited to ensure the latest and most up-to-date information in science and practical in-the-field training. This course is structured to be at your own pace. Each module is used as a chapter study guide to navigate you through the certification course, allowing you to gain the knowledge you need to pass the final exam.
Module Practice Quizzes
With each module is provided practice quizzes to assess student learning, helping you prepare for your final exam as you study and earn your sports performance certification. These practice quizzes will not affect your final score, they are just here to help you pass and earn your certification.
Final Exam
You will need course grade of 75% or greater to be awarded your NFPA-CSPS certificate. The exam is made up of multiple choice, matching and true/false questions.