In the NASM Performance Enhancement Specialization, you’ll learn the latest and most advanced–principles and concepts in strength and conditioning, exercise physiology, injury resistance, training program design, coaching and communication, sports nutrition, psychology in sports performance, and so much more. You’ll come out of this program supercharged with the tools and strategies you need to deliver superior results and train athletes of all ages and levels to perform at their best.

• • The most comprehensive resource on integrated training for sports performance using the scientifically-backed Optimum Performance Training® (OPT™) model
  • Content authored and peer-reviewed by world-renowned industry leaders
  • Multimedia course delivery in an immersive, state-of-the-art digital learning platform to meet multiple learning styles
  • Self-paced online format means you can raise your game from anywhere in as few as 4 weeks
  • CEU Value: 1.9 NASM

See the full Performance Enhancement Specialization curriculum here.

NASM’s online program makes pursuing a Performance Enhancement Specialization as easy and convenient as can be. By completing the self-guided study materials at your own pace, you can achieve a Performance Enhancement Specialization and begin working with clients in as few as 4 weeks.

To achieve an NASM Performance Enhancement Specialization, you simply have to:

1. 1. Register in the PES program.
   2. Complete the self-guided online study materials in your own time from the comfort of home.
   3. Pass the certification exam.

After completing the study materials, you’ll take an online exam to achieve your Performance Enhancement Specialization. This exam features:

• • 100 multiple-choice questions
  • 90 minutes to complete
  • Open-book format
  • 70% required to pass
  • 3 test attempts included

NASM has over 35 years of experience training the world’s top fitness professionals, and we do it better than anyone else. NASM credentials stand out to employers and distinguish you as a highly trained fitness professional.

Since our formation, we’ve trained over 1.5 million fitness professionals in 100+ countries. In that time we’ve developed extensive partnerships with over 12,000 gyms and health clubs. That means we have the connections necessary to help you get in the door and gain employment from the fitness company of your dreams.