Niel Asher Education
Niel Asher Education Advanced Personal Trainer Specialization

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Niel Asher Education

Niel Asher Education Advanced Personal Trainer Specialization

Advanced Personal Trainer Certificate. Evidence-based training for performance and injury prevention.

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4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Advanced level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • How to design and coach evidence-based strength, conditioning, and kettlebell programs for clients at all fitness levels

  • How to identify movement limitations and apply corrective strategies to improve performance and reduce injury risk

  • How to integrate sports nutrition and running-specific programming into comprehensive client training plans

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December 2025

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Specialization - 6 course series

What you'll learn

  • How to design and periodize strength programs for performance and injury prevention

  • How to assess, coach, and correct movement to improve athletic outcomes

Skills you'll gain

Category: Physiology
Category: Manual Therapy
Category: Health And Wellness Coaching
Category: Neurology
Category: Planning
Category: Coordination
Category: Exercise Therapy
Category: Pain Management
Category: Occupational Therapy
Category: Science and Research
Category: Athletic Training
Category: Physical Therapy
Category: Human Musculoskeletal System

What you'll learn

  • How to integrate strength and conditioning methods into injury prevention and rehab

  • How to design progressive, performance-based programs to optimize recovery

Skills you'll gain

Category: Lifting Ability
Category: Resilience
Category: Pain Management
Category: Manual Therapy
Category: Mobility Assistance
Category: Exercise Therapy

What you'll learn

  • How to teach, cue, and progress five key movement positions for improved stability, mobility, and control

  • How to integrate corrective movement progressions into prehab, rehab, and performance training programs

Skills you'll gain

Category: Manual Therapy
Category: Sports Medicine
Category: Occupational Therapy
Category: Coordination
Category: Patient Evaluation
Category: Human Musculoskeletal System
Category: Athletic Training
Category: Coaching
Category: Kinesiology
Category: Physical Therapy
Category: Pain Management
Category: Exercise Therapy
Category: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Category: Rehabilitation
Category: Orthopedics

What you'll learn

  • How to perform and coach safe, effective kettlebell techniques for any fitness level

  • How to program kettlebell workouts to improve strength, endurance, and recovery

Skills you'll gain

Category: Adaptive Equipment
Category: Exercise Science
Category: Sports Medicine
Category: Injury Prevention
Category: Coaching
Category: Rehabilitation
Category: Kinesiology
Category: Safety Training
Category: Athletic Training

What you'll learn

  • How to analyze gait and correct movement patterns to prevent running injuries

  • How to integrate strength, nutrition, and recovery for optimal running performance

Skills you'll gain

Category: Preventative Care
Category: Kinesiology
Category: Mechanics
Category: Injury Prevention
Category: Athletic Training
Category: Exercise Science
Category: Anatomy
Category: Orthopedics
Category: Nutrition and Diet
Category: Sports Medicine

What you'll learn

  • How to tailor nutrition, hydration, and fueling strategies for performance goals

  • How to integrate evidence-based nutrition into training and rehabilitation plans

Skills you'll gain

Category: Athletic Training
Category: Sports Medicine
Category: Meal Planning And Preparation
Category: Manual Therapy
Category: Needs Assessment
Category: Nutritional Assessment
Category: Physical Therapy
Category: Nutrition and Diet
Category: Nutrition Care Plans
Category: Nutrition Education

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