Can I take the course for free?

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?

This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.

Holistic Weight Management Specialization

Holistic Weight Management Specialization

Strategies for Holistic Weight Management. Develop expertise in holistic weight management by understanding the nutritional, psychological, and psychosocial aspects of obesity, leveraging exercise's impact on weight loss, and applying effective fitness coaching strategies.

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5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.9

(6 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.9

(6 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explore the psychological and psychosocial factors influencing weight loss to enhance motivation and adherence to weight management programs.
Explore the psychological and psychosocial factors influencing weight loss to enhance motivation and adherence to weight management programs.

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Specialization - 5 course series

This specialization offers a comprehensive approach to holistic weight management, covering essential topics such as nutrition and medical weight loss, the psychology and psychosocial aspects of obesity, and the impact of exercise on weight loss. Learners will gain practical skills in fitness coaching strategies, enabling them to design personalized weight management plans that address both physical and mental health components.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will engage in projects that involve creating personalized weight management plans by integrating nutritional guidance, psychological insights, and exercise strategies. These projects will enable participants to apply their skills in real-world scenarios, addressing the multifaceted challenges of weight management and promoting sustainable lifestyle changes.

Nutrition and Medical Weight Loss

Course 12 hours

What you'll learn

How to differentiate between Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS) surgeries.
The pros and cons of medical weight loss procedures.
The role of appetite suppressant medications, nutrient blockers, and meal replacements in medical weight loss.

Skills you'll gain

Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Medical Devices, General Surgery, Medical Practices and Procedures, Surgery, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Clinical Nutrition, General Medical Tests and Procedures, and Nutrition Counseling

Psychology of Weight Loss

Course 23 hours

What you'll learn

The importance of psychological factors in the development of obesity.
Five psychological factors that affect weight loss in individuals with obesity.
Cognitive-behavioral strategies to address the five factors and support client’s weight loss efforts.

Skills you'll gain

Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Discipline, Psychology, Persistence, Motivational Interviewing, and Health And Wellness Coaching

Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity

Course 33 hours

What you'll learn

Identify how a client’s mental health factors into their overall health and wellness status.
Describe the role social influence plays in shaping the way people establish behaviors.
Recognize signs of various disordered eating behaviors and eating disorders.
Determine the scope of practice as it relates to mental health, social influences, and disordered eating behaviors.

Skills you'll gain

Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Nutrition and Diet, Social Sciences, and Behavioral Health

Impact of Exercise on Weight Loss

Course 43 hours

What you'll learn

The role physical activity plays in weight loss.
How cardiorespiratory and resistance training affect weight loss specific to energy expenditure, maintenance of FFM, and modulation of appetite.
The mental health benefits of exercise associated with successful weight management.

Skills you'll gain

Mental Health, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Preventative Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, and Stress Management

Fitness Coaching Strategies for Weight Loss

Course 53 hours

What you'll learn

How to design a fitness program based on weight loss strategies for individuals with obesity.
Use creative weight loss strategies to implement a fitness program.
Use creative weight loss strategies to implement a fitness program.

Skills you'll gain

Health And Wellness Coaching, Coaching, Overcoming Obstacles, Nutrition and Diet, Goal Setting, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Problem-Solving, Exercise Science, and Health Assessment

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Instructor

NASM Faculty

National Academy of Sports Medicine

14 Courses4,428 learners

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Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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