FitPro Education

• Understand the goals and purpose of the course in promoting mental wellness in the fitness industry.
• Learn about scope of practice in the mental wellness continuum and its application to client support.
• Understand course learning objectives and take your own well-being self-assessment.

• Understand the global effects of social, economic, and environmental factors on mental health.
• Identify common mental health conditions and their impact on well-being.
• Learn evidence-based, self-managed wellness pathways for improving mental health.

• Understand key concepts in exercise psychology and the link between physical activity and mood.
• Explore how exercise reduces stress by regulating cortisol and improving overall health.
• Learn strategies for building consistent exercise habits to enhance mental well-being.
• Examine the benefits of strength training and how it can be adapted for both group and individual fitness settings to support mental and physical health.

• Explore the brain-gut connection and its influence on mental health through nutritional psychiatry.
• Review dietary guidelines and evidence-based models like the Harvard Healthy Eating Plate.
• Learn when to refer clients to dietitians for specialized nutrition plans related to mental health.
• Understand food bias and how it affects nutrition decisions and mental well-being.

• Understand mindfulness and its role in promoting mental health and reducing stress.
• Explore techniques like meditation, breathing exercises, and mindful movement for well-being.
• Learn practical ways to apply mindfulness for personal use and with clients to manage stress and behavior change.

• Define social connection and examine the impact of loneliness and isolation on mental health.
• Understand the role of empathy and its connection to well-being.
• Explore how social support networks improve mental health and reduce mental illness risks.
• Learn strategies to build social connections for personal and client mental health support.

• Identify biases, stigma, and discrimination affecting individuals with mental health disorders.
• Explore how mental health intersects with race, gender, and other marginalized identities.
• Understand the impact of microaggressions like body bias and body dysmorphia on clients and professionals.
• Learn strategies to promote health equity and create inclusive, supportive environments.

• Develop communication skills to build rapport and create a supportive environment.
• Understand the value of presence, empathy, and being attuned to client needs.
• Apply evidence-based practices to support behavior change and mental health.
• Build strong, productive relationships for positive client outcomes.

• Understand the fitness professional’s role in promoting mental well-being through self-care and hope.
• Learn ethical requirements, including confidentiality, informed consent, and setting boundaries.
• Recognize signs of mental health issues and when to refer clients for additional support.
• Explore referral systems, collaboration with mental health professionals, and crisis management strategies.

• Final exam with 80% needed to pass. Unlimited retakes.
• Additional bonus content & resources to support you.

No, this course was not developed by ProNatal Fitness (as the breadth of this topic is beyond our area of expertise). It was developed by the Mental Wellbeing Association (MWA) in partnership with 15 experts in the mental health & fitness space. ProNatal Fitness has reviewed the course in detail and established a partnership with MWA to deliver the course to our community.

This course is applicable for ALL client populations, so you will be able to apply the concepts you learn with all your clients. Of course, this knowledge is especially important when working with pre & postnatal clients given what a transformative period this is, and the degree of psychological changes and challenges clients go through during this time.

This is a self-paced course delivered on the exact same learning platform as the ProNatal Fitness courses. If you have already taken a ProNatal Fitness course, you can access it with your same login information.

You have lifetime access. So, complete the course on your own timeline and know you will always have the videos and materials to refer back to.

Yes. This course is approved for the following CECs:

• ACE 2.0 (includes the ethics CEC requirement)
• NASM 1.9
• AFAA 15
• ISSA 20
• SCW 8
• CANFITPRO 4

Don’t see your organization listed? You can easily petition for CECs from your organization. Typically, the process is that you reach out to your certifying agency and ask them for a CEC petition form for you to complete.

Your certification grants you the right to call yourself a Mental Well-Being Certified Fitness Professional. 

Yes. This certification must be renewed every two years. To renew your certification, you must:

1. Pay a renewal fee of $99 every two years on the anniversary of your completion date
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2. Fulfill 20 hours of continuing education credits (CECs) every two years through the Mental Wellbeing Association (MWA).

When you enroll in the course, you will be given a 1-year complimentary membership with MWA. Your MWA membership allows you to take all the courses you need to fulfill your 20-hour CEC recertification requirement.

After 1 year, you will have the option of renewing your MWA membership at a fee of $149 per year. This will not be automatically charged. Continuing your membership gives you access to all the CEC courses you need to fulfill your re-certification requirement at no additional charge (along with additional resources listed in the next FAQ).

If you choose not to continue your membership with MWA, you can still purchase courses through them a la carte to meet your CEC requirement for re-certification.

Regardless of whether you choose to purchase courses separately or pay the annual membership fee to receive access to all courses, you still need to pay a $99 re-certification fee every 2 years.

Your MWA membership gives you access to all the continuing education courses you’d need to meet your CEC recertification requirement. You also receive access to ongoing webinars, articles, guided meditations, and other and other professional development tools.

Your course enrollment includes a complimentary year in the Mental Wellbeing Association (MWA) Membership (no credit card required). After 1 year, you will be given the option of renewing at $149 per year, but this will not be automatically charged.

If you don’t wish to continue your membership with MWA, you can always purchase CEC courses from them a la carte.

Payment plan options are available through Affirm for U.S. credit cards. Payment plans are personalized based on your credit score. Therefore, you will be asked to provide some very brief information to check your credit score. Note, this process is considered a soft credit check. It does NOT impact your credit score. You’ll be able to see your monthly payments and total payment (including interest if any). Then you can decide whether you want to proceed, and if so, which payment option works best for you.

Having Trouble?

If you are unable to use Affirm, we can set you up with a payment plan through ProNatal. For more details on this option, please email info@pronatalfitness.com or give us a call at 516-778-9468.

Yes. We allow you to take the first module risk-free. If, at any time during the first module, you are not satisfied with the course, you can email us at info@pronatalfitness.com to request a full refund. After the first module, refunds will not be granted.

We are happy to answer any questions you have. Email us at Info@pronatalfitness.com or give us a call at 516-778-9468.