Senior Fitness Specialist Certification

Specialized training to work confidently with older adults through safe, effective, age-appropriate programming.

18 CECs Senior-Specific Programming Recordings Included (Virtual LIVE) Live Virtual Labs (Virtual LIVE)

The Senior Fitness Specialist Certification prepares fitness professionals to assess, program, and coach older adults using evidence-informed methods and practical application.

You will gain age-specific training skills to support mobility, strength, balance, and overall quality of life for older clients. Choose the learning path that best fits your schedule. Both options lead to the same nationally recognized certification outcome.

Learn Your Way

Same certification. Two ways to learn.

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Self-paced Online: How it works

Access: 24/7 access for 4 months

You will progress through the curriculum by:

Learning senior-specific assessment and exercise principles
Applying programming strategies for strength, balance, and mobility
Reviewing age-related considerations and safety guidelines
Preparing for certification testing at your own pace

Support is available if you need help navigating requirements or planning completion

Exams:

National online exam scheduled individually after course completion.

Required textbook

Physical Activity Instruction of Older Adults

Edition: 2nd Edition (2019)

ISBN: 9781492572404

Price: $90

eBook

The textbook is required for exam preparation and is purchased separately.

What you will be able to do after certification

Assess and train older adults safely

Apply appropriate screening, assessment, and movement strategies to support safety and functional fitness in older populations.

Design age-appropriate exercise programs

Create progressive programs that improve strength, balance, mobility, and endurance while accounting for age-related considerations.

Coach with confidence and clarity

Demonstrate effective cueing, communication, and exercise modification to meet the needs of older adults.

Apply skills through real-world scenarios

Use practical examples and case-based learning to translate knowledge into effective senior fitness programming.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this certification for?

Fitness professionals who want specialized skills for training older adults.

When is the exam taken?

The national online exam is scheduled individually after course completion.

Are sessions recorded?

Yes. Virtual LIVE sessions are recorded for review.

Is a textbook required?

Yes. The required textbook is purchased separately.

Need help choosing a learning path?

If you prefer live instruction, structured pacing, and interactive labs, choose Virtual LIVE. If you want flexibility and independent progress, choose Online. Student services can help you decide.

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