Certification: Youth Nutrition Specialist Certification

The Youth Nutrition Specialist Certification course is a comprehensive course designed for individuals who want to teach children and adolescents the skills necessary to obtain optimal health through nutrition, whether they are athletes or are seeking management of an ideal weight. For parents, coaches, personal trainers or nutrition consultants who desire healthier children and/or seek to improve their young athlete's energy, and athletic performance, the AFPA Youth Nutrition Specialist program will assist you in helping your child reach their wellness goals.
More information about this certification

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
No
More than two years of work experience required?
No
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 2 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
No
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

Online Exam

Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.