National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)
September 2017 - Sept 2026
The national certification is accelerating the professionalization of this emerging field, and enabling the growth of an evidence base. Reputable coach training and education programs have joined this endeavor. The national certification allows proficient coaches to stand apart from coaches who have not received adequate coach training or assessment of their coaching skills and knowledge.
Certified Personal Trainer, Weight Loss Specialist, Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CPT, WLS, CNC)
Certified Personal Trainer (1231040896), August 2019 - August 2025
Weight Loss Specialist (1190357202), August 2019 - ongoing
Certified Nutrition Coach (1220911305), October 2022 - October 2024
The NASM-CPT certification is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). The personal trainer certification program is built on a scientifically proven, evidence-based training model, with the weight loss specialization adding guidance through physical and psychological challenges of losing and maintaining weight. Being a certified nutrition coach allows me to help clients create ideal eating plans, with additional knowledge about how each body processes food differently, and how losing weight and exercising together provide the most benefits, with individually created plans.
A CPT and WLS designs weight loss exercise programs using the Optimum Performance Training™ (OPT™) Model along with specific client goals, and helps clients learn how to embrace a healthier lifestyle.
Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP)
National Wellness Institute, September 2017 - September 2027
The National Wellness Institute's Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP) designation symbolizes an individual's strong academic preparation, professional competency in wellness programming, and commitment to continuing education, scholarship and professional development. The NWI Council on Wellness Continuing Education periodically reviews national standards to ensure the CWP designation reflects high-quality health promotion and wellness preparation.