When you became certified as a health coach, fitness professional, or nutrition coach, you took the first step toward a career built on helping others live better. But maintaining that certification (and staying relevant in a dynamic industry) requires more than just passion. It requires continual learning that fuels your growth, sharpens your skills, and helps you adapt to your clients’ changing needs.
In case you are not familiar, let us introduce you to AFPA’s CE Advantage.
Our all-inclusive continuing education membership takes the stress out of staying certified and turns your professional development into an opportunity to build your business. It’s a space where you can deepen your expertise, explore new specialties, and earn CE credits with flexibility and ease.
When it comes to continuing ed, CE Advantage provides you with everything you need, and nothing you don’t (think irrelevant, low-quality course muddling up a catalog), all in one simple membership. Let’s take a closer look.
The Challenge: Juggling Certification Renewal and Career Growth
We’d wager that every certified professional knows the pressure of keeping up with continuing education. Between work, clients, and life, meeting CE requirements can feel like another full-time job. Add in renewal fees, individual course purchases, and the constant search for credible content, and what should be an exciting opportunity to learn can quickly become a hassle.
But continuing education should do more than help you renew your credentials. It should move your business forward. That’s the driving philosophy behind AFPA CE Advantage, designed to simplify renewal while giving you unlimited access to high-quality, practical learning.
What Is AFPA CE Advantage?
AFPA CE Advantage is an annual membership that gives you:
- Unlimited access to 80+ CE courses across fitness, nutrition, health coaching, and business topics
- Waived renewal fees for all AFPA certifications
- Unlimited exam retakes
- 10% off all new AFPA certifications and certificates
- Exclusive series such as Coaching in Action and Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions
All for one low, all-inclusive annual fee of $249 (regularly $349).
With CE Advantage, you can meet your certification renewal requirements and keep learning without worrying about hidden costs, deadlines, or add-ons.
Why Continuing Education Matters More Than Ever
The wellness industry is evolving fast. New research on exercise science, holistic nutrition, and behavior change is emerging every day. Clients expect their health coach or personal trainer to be up-to-date on the latest methods, and some can tell when you’re not.
By keeping your knowledge current, you:
- Build trust and credibility with clients.
- Can offer new programs and services that expand your income potential.
- Maintain eligibility for certification renewal with ease.
- Strengthen your professional confidence and long-term career stability.
In short, continuing education isn’t a box to check; it’s your growth strategy. And AFPA makes that strategy simple, flexible, and affordable.
One Membership. Every CE Hour.
Instead of purchasing courses individually, AFPA CE Advantage gives you unlimited access to the entire continuing education library for 12 months. You can take as many courses as you like, at your own pace, on any device.
You’ll find CE courses in every major area of wellness:
Health Coaching Courses
Explore evidence-based strategies that enhance client outcomes and coaching confidence. Here are some of the health coaching courses you’ll find in the on-demand CE catalog:
- Coaching Clients on Weight Loss Medication (CE Value: 6.00)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 1—Building Trust and Rapport (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 2—Setbacks and Self-Awareness (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 3—Coaching with Empathy (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 4—Progress, Not Perfection (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 5—Evoking Awareness in Coaching (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 6—Building Routines That Stick (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 7—The Midpoint Check-In (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 8—Coaching for Resilience (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 9—Building Accountability (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 10—Coaching in the Age of Misinformation (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 11—Coaching for Self-Care (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Eric: Series 2, Episode 12—The Final Session (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching in Action with Shana: Series 1, Episode 1—The Initial Session (CE Value: 2.0)
- Coaching Through Food & Body Image Struggles (CE Value: 5.0)
- Demystifying Weight Loss (CE Value: 2.0)
- Five Mistakes I Stopped Making as a Health Coach (CE Value: 3.0)
- Live Health Coaching Demo: Strategies Revealed (CE Value: 2.0)
- Rewire Your Brain: A Guide to Neuroplasticity for Coaches (CE Value: 5.5)
- Supporting Clients with Eating Disorders: A Guide for Health Coaches (CE Value: 5.0)
- The Power of Creating Positive Habits (CE Value: 4.0)
Nutrition Courses
Stay current on trending topics like gut health, hydration, and menopausal nutrition. Here are some of the nutrition courses you’ll find in the on-demand CE catalog:
- Beyond the Plate: How to Turn Nutrition Advice into Action (CE Value: 2.0)
- Binge Eating Disorder 101 (CE Value: 4.5)
- Cooking for Dietary Restrictions: Tips, Tricks, and Recipes (CE Value: 2.0)
- Dietary Fats Explained: Important, Essential, & Misunderstood (CE Value: 4.0)
- Dietary Fiber 101 (CE Value: 3.5)
- Fad or Evidence-Based Diet: Paleo, Keto, Mediterranean, and More (CE Value: 3.0)
- Heart Health 101 (CE Value: 4.5)
- Hydration for Athletes and Fitness (CE Value: 5.0)
- Intermittent Fasting: Science, Benefits, & Practical Strategies for Health Professionals (CE Value: 5.0)
- Menopausal Weight Gain: Strategies to Support Women in Midlife (CE Value: 3.0)
- Navigating Menopause with Nutrition (CE Value: 4.5)
- Nutrition By Addition: Creating a Positive Nutrition Mindset for Sustainable Change (CE Value: 3.5)
- Plant-Based Diets During Pregnancy (CE Value: 4.0)
- Probiotic and Prebiotic Foods: Nutrition, Gut Health, and the Brain (CE Value: 4.0)
- Processed Foods Unpacked (CE Value: 4.0)
- Spotting Pseudoscience in Gut Health and Nutrition (CE Value: 5.0)
- Supplement Training Course for Health Coaches (CE Value: 6.0)
- The Role of Omega-3s in Fitness Performance (CE Value: 4.0)
- The Ultimate Guide to Carbohydrates for Fitness Professionals (CE Value: 5.0)
- The Ultimate Guide to Protein for Fitness Professionals (CE Value: 5.0)
Fitness and Personal Training Courses
Sharpen your training and programming expertise with hands-on courses from leading personal trainers with decades of experience. Here are some of the fitness courses you’ll find in the on-demand CE catalog:
- Coaching Cues for Correcting Exercise Technique (CE Value: 3.0)
- Dynamic Core Training (CE Value: 3.5)
- Exercise Programming: Key Concepts and Exercise Strategies (CE Value: 2.0)
- From Warm Up to Savasana: Your Guide to Yoga Sequencing (CE Value: 2.0)
- How to Train Your Pregnant Clients Like a Pro (CE Value: 2.0)
- Mastering the Kettlebell Clean: Expert Techniques & Common Pitfalls (CE Value: 3.0)
- Practical Core Training: From Principles to Programming (CE Value: 2.0)
- Strategies for Virtual Personal Training (CE Value: 3.0)
- Understanding eSports: Physiological Demands and Training Recommendations (CE Value: 5.0)
- Yoga for Balance (CE Value: 2.0)
- Yoga for Before an Important Meeting (CE Value: 2.0)
- Yoga for Desk Workers (CE Value: 2.0)
- Yoga for Grounding (CE Value: 2.0)
- Yoga for Inner Strength (CE Value: 2.0)
- Yoga for Pelvic Health (CE Value: 2.0)
- Yoga for Shifting Your Perspective (CE Value: 2.0)
- Yoga for Stress Relief (CE Value: 2.0)
Business and General Wellness Courses
Each business and general wellness course is expert-led, evidence-based, and designed to be actionable, so you can immediately apply what you learn to your clients and your business.
Here are some of the business and general wellness courses you’ll find in the on-demand CE catalog:
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Arthritis (CE Value: 3.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Asthma (CE Value: 3.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Chronic Heart Failure (CE Value: 4.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (CE Value: 5.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Dyslipidemia (CE Value: 4.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Hypertension (CE Value: 3.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Multiple Sclerosis (CE Value: 4.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Myocardial Infarction (CE Value: 3.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Obesity (CE Value: 4.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Osteoporosis (CE Value: 3.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Parkinson’s Disease (CE Value: 4.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Spinal Cord Injury (CE Value: 4.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Stress and Anxiety (CE Value: 4.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Stroke (CE Value: 3.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Traumatic Brain Injury (CE Value: 4.0)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Type 1 Diabetes (CE Value: 3.5)
- Coaching Clients Through Chronic Conditions: Type 2 Diabetes (CE Value: 4.5)
- Sleep Science and Sleep Health (CE Value: 3.5)
- Health Coach Careers: Job Settings and Building Key Connections (CE Value: 4.0)
- Ignite Your Income and Impact (CE Value: 2.0)
- The Health and Wellness Entrepreneur’s Guide to Building a Business (CE Value: 4.0)
Unlock Unlimited CE with CE Advantage
Why stop at just one course? With AFPA CE Advantage, you’ll get unlimited access to our entire continuing education catalog—including 70+ courses across nutrition, fitness, wellness, and specialty topics. Perfect for health coaches, nutrition professionals, and fitness experts, CE Advantage ensures you’ll always have the latest research and practical tools to better serve your clients.
Exclusive member perks include:
- Unlimited access to the full CE library
- New courses released each month
- Renewal fees waived for active subscribers
- Unlimited re-tests at no extra cost
- 10% discount on AFPA certifications
Keep your credentials current, expand your expertise, and save money with one simple subscription.
Learn From Experts Shaping the Industry
AFPA CE Advantage is a learning experience powered by professionals who are redefining what it means to work in wellness.
You’ll learn from educators like:
Dr. Beth Thomas, PharmD, RPh, , who teaches courses on Coaching Clients on Weight Loss Medication and Ignite Your Income and Impact. Dr. Beth is an AFPA-certified weight management specialist, an AFPA-certified nutrition and wellness consultant, and a licensed pharmacist of 15+ years. She is the CEO of BMT Consulting Services, LLC (previously BMT Coaching) as well as a Medical Expert for Verywell Health and Health.com.
Chris Mohr, PhD, RD, known for Hydration for Athletes and Nutrition for Cognitive Function. He is an internationally recognized subject matter expert and speaker around nutrition and well-being. His expertise has had him present at the White House and CIA, in over 10 countries globally and in almost all 50 states.
Brett Jones, MS, ATC, CSCS, who brings a StrongFirst foundation to Mastering the Kettlebell Clean. With over 25 years of experience, Brett has been sought out to consult with professional teams and athletes, as well as present throughout the U.S. and internationally.
Their teaching combines science, empathy, and real-world application, making it easier for you to connect continuing education with professional results.
Designed for Real-World Professionals
AFPA CE Advantage was built for working professionals who need flexible continuing education that fits real life.
All courses are:
- On-demand and mobile-friendly, so you can learn anytime, anywhere
- Modular, allowing you to focus on topics that align with your niche or interest
- Regularly updated, ensuring your learning stays relevant and evidence-based
If you’re a health coach managing clients, a fitness trainer growing a local or online business, or a nutrition professional expanding into holistic wellness, CE Advantage meets you where you to help you move forward.
More Than Renewal: A Platform for Growth
AFPA CE Advantage goes beyond meeting CE requirements. It’s a toolkit for professional and business development.
Expand Your Services
Use new skills to create group coaching programs, workshops, or online courses. For example, after completing Sleep Science and Sleep Health, you can add sleep-focused coaching to your client offerings.
Differentiate Your Brand
With access to specialty fitness certifications, business education, and holistic nutrition courses, you can tailor your expertise to the audiences you serve.
Build Client Retention and Referrals
Clients notice when you invest in learning. The more knowledge you bring to your sessions, the more trust and loyalty you earn, translating into long-term relationships and consistent referrals.
Stay Ahead of Trends
From intermittent fasting to eSports performance, AFPA’s catalog keeps you in tune with emerging wellness topics that clients are curious about right now.
The Financial Advantage
Continuing education shouldn’t strain your budget. Individually, most AFPA CE courses cost $100+ each. With CE Advantage, you unlock the entire library for less than the price of a couple individual courses.
You’ll also save on:
- Certification renewal costs
- Exam retake fees
- Future certifications (with your 10% member discount)
That’s hundreds of dollars saved each year, not to mention hours of administrative hassle.
Why Professionals Choose AFPA
Thousands of certified professionals trust AFPA for continuing education that’s both practical and inspiring.
“I chose AFPA after weeks of research. The continuing education content is high-quality, and I appreciate how accessible it is for working professionals.” — Amy S.
“The variety of courses for earning CECs is amazing, and the online platform is top-notch!” — Tammy T.
With decades of leadership in fitness, nutrition, and health coaching certification, AFPA has helped over 130,000 professionals worldwide launch and grow successful careers. CE Advantage is the next step in that journey, combining convenience, quality, and affordability in one membership.
How CE Advantage Compares
| Feature | CE Advantage | Typical CE Platform |
| Access to All Courses | ✅ Unlimited | ❌ Pay Per Course |
| Renewal Fees | ✅ Waived | ❌ Charged Separately |
| Exam Retakes | ✅ Unlimited | ❌ Limited or Fee-Based |
| Expert Faculty | ✅ AFPA Industry Leaders | ✅/❌ Varies |
| Mobile Access | ✅ Fully Mobile-Friendly | ✅/❌ Varies |
| Price | $249/year | $400–$800/year average |
AFPA CE Advantage gives you more freedom, less stress, and clear value. You stay certified while building momentum in your business.
A Smarter Way to Stay Certified
Renewal deadlines shouldn’t feel like roadblocks. With AFPA CE Advantage, you can learn at your own pace, explore new interests, and keep your credentials current without the guesswork.
You’ll have everything you need to:
- Meet your continuing education requirements
- Renew your AFPA certifications automatically
- Build confidence and credibility as a professional
- Continue to grow your health or fitness business
It’s continuing education made simple — and success made sustainable.
Ready to Renew, Learn, and Grow?
When your goal is to stay certified and keep making an impact, AFPA CE Advantage is the easiest, most empowering way to do it. You’ll get:
- Unlimited CE courses
- Waived renewal fees
- Unlimited exam retakes
- Exclusive access to expert-led video series
- Member discounts on certifications
Whether you’re a health coach, personal trainer, or certified nutrition coach, your growth deserves a system that supports it. CE Advantage is here to help you stay certified, equipped, and inspired. Start your CE Membership today.
Unlock Unlimited CE with CE Advantage
Why stop at just one course? With AFPA CE Advantage, you’ll get unlimited access to our entire continuing education catalog—including 70+ courses across nutrition, fitness, wellness, and specialty topics. Perfect for health coaches, nutrition professionals, and fitness experts, CE Advantage ensures you’ll always have the latest research and practical tools to better serve your clients.
Exclusive member perks include:
- Unlimited access to the full CE library
- New courses released each month
- Renewal fees waived for active subscribers
- Unlimited re-tests at no extra cost
- 10% discount on AFPA certifications
Keep your credentials current, expand your expertise, and save money with one simple subscription.
