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NASM Weight Loss Specialization (WLS)

The NASM Weight Loss Specialization (WLS) is an advanced credential that helps you apply the science of metabolism, behavior change, and sustainable fat loss to your programming. The WLS now also includes a free bonus course on how to support clients using GLP-1 medications. These skills help NASM personal trainers who add WLS earn 19% more than those who don’t.* Coach weight loss with the confidence to make lasting change.

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Weight Loss Specialization

Master the science behind weight loss to guide sustainable change with the experts on achieving lasting transformation. NASM trainers who add Weight Loss Specialization earn 19% more than their peers.*

Understanding Weight Loss Medications

GLP ‑ 1 medications are rapidly reshaping weight loss , and many of your clients are already using them. With approximately 1 in 8 American adults using GLP ‑ 1 medications, trainers need the expertise to guide clients through this evolving landscape. This updated course equips you with the knowledge and practical tools to support clients safely and effectively, from managing side effects to improving long-term results , enhanced by unique insights drawn from real-life client experiences .

Course Details

Course Description

The NASM Weight Loss Specialization program gives you the tools to coach weight loss with confidence. Explore the science of metabolism and fat loss, the psychological challenges clients face, and the evidence-based strategies proven to make a difference. From nutrition and exercise to habit formation and accountability, this course empowers you to collaborate with clients—not dictate them—so together you achieve lasting results.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, the course is primarily intended for personal trainers, wellness coaches, fitness coaches, nutrition coaches and other fitness/health professionals.

Course Sections

Section 1: Introduction to the NASM Weight Loss Specialist
Set the stage for sustainable transformation. Explore the course structure, meet client personas, and define your scope of practice within the modern healthcare landscape. Understand how a Weight Loss Specialist fits into the broader wellness ecosystem—collaborating with clients to build trust, set realistic goals, and deliver lasting results. This section lays the foundation for coaching with empathy, strategy, and purpose.
Section 2: The Obesity Epidemic
Understand the full scope of obesity—beyond the scale. Examine its societal impact, physiological effects, and psychological dimensions. Explore how obesity influences organ systems, hormones, and neurobiology, while also uncovering the role of mental health, social factors, and disordered eating. This section equips you to meet clients with empathy and precision, addressing the root causes of weight struggles with science-backed insight.
Section 3: The Science of Weight Loss
Break down the biology and psychology behind lasting fat loss. Explore metabolic theories, nutritional strategies, and the role of supplementation in obesity. Decode how exercise influences calorie burn, mental health, and long-term results. Examine the psychological drivers of weight loss—like coping, willpower, and adherence—and how they shape client success. This section gives you the evidence-based tools to coach with precision and compassion.
Section 4: Client Assessments
Start strong with strategic assessments. Build a thorough intake process that captures client history, lifestyle, and goals. Conduct fitness assessments that reveal starting points and guide program design. This section gives you the tools to evaluate where clients are—so you can map where they’re going with clarity, confidence, and care.
Section 5: The Weight Loss Coaching Process
Coach for real-life results. Build nutrition and fitness plans that fit into clients’ lifestyles, goals, and challenges. Apply strategies that boost adherence, track progress, and integrate NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) for added impact. Combine physical and psychological insights to support sustainable weight loss and long-term maintenance. This section empowers you to guide clients with empathy, flexibility, and science-backed accuracy.

Exam Details

After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement.

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Understanding Weight Loss Medications (GLP-1s)
In this newly-updated course, you’ll gain the tools to confidently support clients through medically assisted weight loss by applying evidence-based strategies that promote long-term success.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest GLP‑1 science: Review current research, evolving use cases, and emerging therapies.
• Apply practical coaching strategies: Support clients through appetite changes, side effects, and adherence with actionable nutrition, exercise, and behavior guidance.
• Learn from real-life client perspectives: Hear firsthand from a client whose journey progressed from weight loss to becoming a CPT and wellness coach, and how these medications impact behavior and results.
• Protect long-term results: Learn how to support lean mass retention, bone health, and sustainable outcomes during and after medication use.
• Build confidence in a rapidly evolving space: Safely guide clients using weight loss medications and stay relevant as the industry changes, while earning 0.4 NASM / AFAA CEUs.