Who this course is for
People interested in functional fitness, including fitness trainers who want to expand their exercise-selection and programming skills. HFS Academy states that no previous experience is required.
Movement education · Online course
Functional Training Specialist 2.0
Explore functional training, fascia and movement progressions with HFS Academy. The online programme combines video lessons and practical exercise guidance for personal development and client programming.
What you will learn
- What functional training is and how fascia relates to movement
- Safe technique for fundamental functional exercises and training props
- Ways to progress exercises by changing resistance, stability, leverage and unilateral demands
- Adjusting exercise intensity for different populations
- Planning and programming longer-term training for clients
Online study format
The course is delivered online and can be accessed on a phone, tablet or desktop computer. Materials include video lessons, training-planning guidance, sample sessions, an exercise manual and a final exam.
The online course content is in Serbian. Access is available for six months from activation.
Certificate
Successful completion of the online final exam awards the Functional Training Specialist certificate from HFS Academy. The certificate is described by HFS Academy as internationally recognised. The digital certificate is in Serbian; printed certificates are available in Serbian and English.
This programme does not carry the NASM CPT or EREPS Level 4 designation.
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Course fee and enrolment
The online course is listed by HFS Academy at €300. Ask HFS Academy UAE for the current UAE payment total and available options. Your 10% course discount will be available when enrolment opens.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need previous experience?
No. HFS Academy states that previous experience is not required.
How long can I access the course?
You have access for six months from the moment your course is activated.
What language is the online course in?
The published online edition is delivered in Serbian. HFS Academy's printed certificate is available in Serbian and English.
How does the final exam work?
The final exam is an online multiple-choice test. HFS Academy states that you need at least 70% correct answers to pass and have three attempts.
What certificate will I receive?
After passing the exam, the Functional Training Specialist electronic certificate is available through your HFS account in Serbian. A printed version in Serbian and English is sent to the address on your account.
Is this a NASM qualification?
No. This course awards HFS Academy’s Functional Training Specialist certificate, separate from the NASM Certified Personal Trainer programme.
Looking for a NASM credential?
Explore the NASM Certified Personal Trainer programme.