CNC
Online Certified Nutrition Coach Course
Start the enrollment process for our 8-week online program that prepares you to attain your CNC certification.
CNC
Issuing Authority
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Selecting the Right Training Option
Program Comparisons
MedCerts training programs are some of the most competitively price ways to start a new career.
MedCerts | Community College | Online College | |
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Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 | $3,000 average |
Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 | Up to $750 |
Job Ready In | 3–6 months | 24–48 months | 3–6 months |
Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule | On-demand 24/7 |
Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms | None: 100% online |
Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call, and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours | Support inbox |
Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit hour requirements | Exam-specific only |
Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures | Varies: typically videos and presentations |
This table is provided for reference only. Actual pricing may vary or change without notice. Pricing is based on an estimated full-cost tuition with fees for a Medical Assistant program or similar program before financial aid or other assistance. Data sampled from MedCerts, Oakland Community College, and Kaplan University.
CNC
Certification
Skills Gained
- Identify how culture, age, geographic region, and socioeconomic status influence dietary eating patterns.
- Explain foundational principles of nutrition science, including metabolism, macronutrients, micronutrients, hydration, alcohol, and nutrient timing.
- Describe healthy dietary patterns and explain the efficacy and appropriate, safe practices for the recommendation and use of supplements.
- Empathize with clients and provide a nurturing environment to maximize client adherence to a nutrition coaching program.
- Explain the mechanisms and science behind trending diets.
- Develop customized, evidence-based nutrition programs for clientele.
CNC
Career Pathways
Attainable Jobs
Health and Nutrition Coach
$47,424 – $61,460
Estimated Salary1
Certified Personal Trainer
$46,354 – $78,936
Estimated Salary1
Fitness Trainer
$37,959 – $47,612
Estimated Salary1
Health and Nutrition Coach
$47,424 – $61,460
Estimated Salary1
1All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.