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The NASN is highly regarded in the sports nutrition and dietetics fields as a leader in sports nutrition license. All students are required to complete the NASN home study course prior to the date of the workshop to review knowledge of the topics that will be covered on the Certification exam. . Recommended study time: minimum 3 month (depending on prior experience and education.) In order to be certified as a licensing instructor through the National Association of Sports Nutrition the following criteria must be met:

1. An associate or baccalaureate degree in nutrition or equivalent science/health degree, a score of 90% or better on the Primary Sports Nutritionist Board exam or three year experience as a licensed sports nutritionist and certified health professional directly involved in nutritional counseling, health promotion or healthcare.

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2. An advanced professional degree in a healthcare field that incorporates a four year degree with sufficient science and nutrition hours, a score of 90% or better on the Primary Sports Nutritionist Board exam or two year experience as a licensed sports nutritionist and certified health professional directly involved in nutritional counseling, health promotion or healthcare.

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NASN Licensing InstructorsSM are Proficient in:

1. BODY COMPOSITION TESTING

2. METABOLIC EVALUATION

3. MENU DEVELOPMENT

4. EXERCISE METABOLISM

5. DEVELOPING PROGRAMS AROUND MEDICAL DISORDERS

6. SPORTS NUTRITION MANAGEMENT

7. PROPER INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES

Candidates should be familiar with:

  • teaching/instructing methods
  • anatomy
  • biomechanics
  • structure & function of muscles
  • muscle groups
  • joint actions
  • appropriate exercise selection
  • cardiovascular fitness tests
  • muscular strength and endurance tests
  • flexibility and low back strength evaluation
  • blood pressure
  • pharmaceutical ramifications
  • developing programs based on evaluation
  • specific sport applications

Text

Sports Nutrition: A Practice Manual for Professionals, Fifth Edition

Sound nutrition is essential for high-quality sport training and competition. This new edition is a joint venture between the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutrition (SCAN) dietetic practice group. The book is a go-to source for specific evidenced-based information on different sports nutrition topics.

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ISBN: 0-88091-411-4

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