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

✓ Downloadable 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
✓ Final Exam and Instant Grading
✓ Certificate of Completion

Shipped Component
✓ Book – included in the price
Note: A shipping charge will apply

Big Bonus: Specialist Designation
✓ Your Specialist Designation does not expire
✓ There are NO FEES to keep your Credential current

And More
✓ No Final Exam Retake Fees
✓ Education Tech Support
✓ Lifetime—24/7 access

✓ 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.

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

Special Notes
If you do not see your certification company in the list below—please contact GMP Fitness at 888-467-3488 or email info@gmpfitness.com (or click here). The course may be pending approval or you can email for a discount to offset the petition fee. We can also help with any information pertaining to the curse that may be needed.

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

✓ American College of Sports Medicine —ACSM*—11—see the statement below
✓ American Fitness Professionals Association—AFPA—11
✓ British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association—BCRPA—11
✓ International Fitness Professionals Association—IFPA—11
✓ International Tennis Performance Association*—ITPA—11
✓ International Sports Sciences Association—ISSA—11
✓ International Tennis Performance Association—ITPA*—11—see the statement below
✓ National Academy of Sports Medicine—NASM—1.1 with a Petition*
✓ National Federation of Professional Trainers—NFPT—2.0
✓ National Strength Professionals Association—NSPA—11
✓ American Senior Fitness Association—SFA—1.1
✓ World Instructor Training Schools—WITS—11

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

*National Academy of Sports Medicine—.1.1 CEUs but 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), the course hours (11 hours which is .1.1 CEUs), and the date of completion, upload the certificate you receive for the course and pay $25.

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

Other Professionals
For all other professionals – including chiropractors, doctors, physical therapists, massage therapists, etc., please email info@gmpfitness.com if you are interested in taking this course and receiving CEs. We can offer you a discount on the course.

GMP Fitness Exam Facts
✓ Exam instructions are online.
✓ Online true/false and/or multiple/choice final exam.
✓ 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.
✓ Instant download to your certificate of achievement.
✓ NO fees to take the exam–included in the price.
✓ NO fees to Retake the exam–included in the price.

3 Simple Steps To Get Your Certificate
1. Pass the online final exam.
2. Automatic certificate generation.
3. Download your CEC/CEU Certificate.

Your Reward For Excellence
→ Back Injury Prevention Specialist Certificate upon successful completion of the exam (This is a downloadable CEC/CEU Certificate – included with the price of the Course)

→ Optional Purchase—Distinguished Achievement Recognition Certificate (mailed)
Show off your Specialist Credential with our Distinguished “Professional Back Injury Prevention Specialist” Certificate.
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 Credential Current
There are NO FEES to keep your Credentials current, but we do strongly encourage students to take further education. This will not only elevate your skills and fortify your knowledge, but it will also show your dedication and commitment to your clients and your profession.

When will I receive my Continuing Education Certificate (CECs/CEUs)?
When you pass the final exam you will receive your CEC/CEU Certificate. This will be available for you to download.

How long do I have access to the Specialist Curriculum?
You will have lifetime access to this Specialization Program. There are no time limits or constrictions in this course and you are welcome to revisit the materials as many times as you like.

How long does it take to complete the Course?
There is no time limit to complete the course, but we do recommend that you complete the Specialist Course within 1 year after registration. The length of time required to complete a specific program depends on the individual’s dedication and available time to study.

Professional (P) Course Prerequisites
Just One Prerequisite … To qualify to take any of the GMP Fitness Courses you must be at least 18 years of age. See our FAQs for more information.
• Note: Continuing Education Credits (CECs/CEUs) will only be applied for certified fitness professionals or other health professionals.

Recertification Requirements
• No Re-certification Fees. Your Specialist Certificate does not expire.
• After successful completion of the final exam, you will earn the professional title of Back Injury Prevention Specialist on your certificate.

Customer Course Support
As part of the GMP Fitness commitment to customer service, you’ll receive unsurpassed, exceptional customer support. Have a question after you purchase the course—contact us at info@gmpfitness.com or call 888-467-3488.