GMP Big Advantage – Hybrid Course – Online content with a book. You get instant access to the online part of the course so you can dive in and start learning right away, while the required book is shipped to you. Please note: there will be a shipping charge for the book.

Downloadable Components
✓ Course Book
✓ Course Workbook
✓ Client Session Plan Collection
✓ Microbreak Charts
✓ Spinal Mobility Charts
✓ Trainer & Client Charts
✓ Resource Videos & Articles
✓ Course Preparation Documents
✓ Back Injury Prevention Specialist Course Workbook
The Course Workbook is designed to help you present your results, check your understanding of the material, and reinforce important topics from the course. This learning tool is full of descriptions and demonstrations of the techniques discussed in the course. It will help you retain the course information better and prepare you for the exam.

Online Components
✓ Lesson Plan Steps. Note: The Downloadable Lesson Plan provides more extensive information.
✓ Final Exam and Instant Grading

Over $500 FREE Bonuses
✓ Lifetime—24/7 access.
✓ Course support.
✓ No recertification renewal fees.
✓ NO fees to take the exam.
✓ NO fees for exam retakes.
✓ Your Specialist Designation does not expire.
✓ Professional Certification CEU/CEC Certificate included.
✓ When you complete a course you will be added to the GMP Fitness Loyalty Discount Program.

✓ Amplify knowledge on human back anatomy.
✓ List 10 back pain risk factors.
✓ List 10 back medical alternatives.
✓ Identify correct standing, sitting, and lying down postures.
✓ Recognize diagnostic backtests.
✓ Identify 10 lifestyle and prevention strategies.
✓ Define pathologies responsible for a back injury
✓ Expand myofascial back pain and lumbar disorder knowledge.
✓ Recognize when to refer clients to physicians.
✓ Apply suitable cues to exercise techniques.
✓ Demonstrate dynamic core exercises.
✓ Apply programs that contain safe back exercises.
✓ Demonstrate body weight and G Ball back exercises.

Continuing Education Certificates (CECs/CEUs)
Continuing Education Credits (CECs/CEUs) are for all students.

• They can be used to show you have gained a new skill, deepened your knowledge, enhanced your academic capabilities, broadened your learning abilities, and added to your expertise.
• For professional licensure they can be applied as part of a renewal process for your organization.

→  After you pass the final exam and email the required documents a CEU/CEC Certificate will emailed to you within 2 business days, but usually the day you pass the exam.

CECs/CEUs, Accreditations & Certification Board Approvals
GMP Fitness is internationally and nationally approved and accredited by the following organizations.

✓ American College of Sports Medicine —ACSM*—18—see the statement below
✓ ACTION Certifciation—ACTION—1.8
✓ American Fitness Professionals Association—AFPA—18
✓ British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association—BCRPA—18
✓ New Brunswick Fitness—FNB—12
✓ International Fitness Professionals Association—IFPA—18
✓ International Tennis Performance Association*—ITPA—18
✓ International Tennis Performance Association—ITPA*—18—see the statement below
✓ International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)—18 with a Petition*
✓ National Academy of Sports Medicine—NASM—1.8 with a Petition*
✓ National Federation of Professional Trainers—NFPT—2.0
✓ National Strength Professionals Association—NSPA—18
✓ Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association—SPRA—12
✓ American Senior Fitness Association—SFA—1.8
✓ World Instructor Training Schools—WITS—18

*The American College of Sports Medicine accepts CECs”s if another major fitness organization approves the GMP Fitness® Courses, for example, the ISSA, NASM, etc.), even if ACSM is not listed.

* International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)—19 CEUs with a petition. GMP Fitness® will deduct $25 from your order or refund your order $25 to offset the petition fee which is a simple online process.

*National Academy of Sports Medicine—.1.8 CEUs with a petition. GMP Fitness® will deduct $25 from your order or refund your order $25 to offset the petition fee which is a simple online process. After you pass the course you put in the name of the provider (GMP Fitness), and the course hours, for this course you would put 18 hours, and the date of completion, and upload the course certificate you get at the end of the course, and pay $25. Again this $25 will be either refunded (if you have already placed the order) or deducted from your order (with a code from GMP Fitness).

* International Tennis Performance Association—IITPA
ITPA members can earn continuing credits for their certifications through GMP Fitness®.

Special Notes
If you do not see your certification company in the list below (for example, NASM, ACE, NSCA, or others—please contact GMP Fitness® at 888-467-3488 or email info@gmpfitness.com (or click here). The course may be pending approval, being considered for approval, or may need to be petitioned. You can email for a discount to offset the petition fee. We can also help with any information about the petition process that may be needed.

* Military discount 10% off. Please email us for the discount code.

For all other professionals – including (but not limited to) chiropractors, doctors, physical therapists, massage therapists, naturopaths, nurses, teachers,  etc., please email info@gmpfitness.com if you are interested in taking this course and receiving CEs. We may be able to offer you a discount on the course (to help offset a potential petition fee) if your organization is not currently approved as a CEC/CEU Provider. We may also be able to send the course to your state, organization, etc. for approval.

You can also check with your State or Board to find out if they will accept the course for continuing education credits.

GMP Fitness® Exam Facts
✓ Exam instructions are online.
✓ Multiple-choice and true/false questions.
✓ You must pass the exam with 80% or higher.
✓ NO time limit to take the exam.
✓ You can save your final exam if you cannot complete it in one sitting.
✓ Immediate grading and exam results.
✓ NO fees to take the exam–included in the Free Bonuses.
✓ NO fees to retake the exam–included in the Free Bonuses.

Recognition—Your Reward For Excellence

→ Title: GMP Fitness® Certified Back Injury Prevention Specialist

Simple Steps To Get Your Certificate
1. Pass the online final exam.
2. Email all required documents to info@gmpfitness.com.
3. Receive your Professional Certification CEC/CEU Certificate.
4. Professional Certification CEC/CEU Certificate will be emailed to you within 2 business days, but usually the day you pass the exam.

GCAQ Achievement Recognition Package
For the Achievement Recognition Certificates – Go to the “GCAQ Achievement Recognition Package” Tab. These Credentials are GREAT for your PORTFOLIO!

What does it take to become a Professional Specialist?
You will need to complete the course and pass the final exam.

Keeping your Credentials Current
There are no fees to keep your credentials current, as this is included in the Free Bonuses. However, we encourage students to pursue further education to elevate their skills, fortify their knowledge, and demonstrate dedication and commitment to their clients and profession.

How long does it take to complete the Back Injury Prevention Specialist Certification?
The time frame to complete the Back Injury Prevention Specialist Course is 2 months to complete – college students only. If you cannot complete the course in 2 months please email info@gmpfitness.com. All other students should complete the course in 6 months.

You will have 24/7 access to this course. You are welcome to revisit the materials as many times as you like. The length of time required to complete the course depends on the individual’s dedication and available time to study.

Professional (P) Course Prerequisites
There is just one prerequisite to qualify for any of the GMP Fitness® Courses: you need to be a high school junior (homeschooling similar time frame). Keep in mind that these courses are for career and workplace readiness, hard and soft skill building, and professional and personal growth that can be applied to various professions.

Customer Course Support
As part of the GMP Fitness® commitment to customer service, you will receive exceptional customer support. If you have a question after purchasing the course, please email info@gmpfitness.com.