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issn
international society of
sports nutrition
sports nutrition
ISSN PARTNERSHIP
Official Education Branch of the ISSN
With our exclusive partnership with the ISSN, you can purchase our Self-Led Online Course and CISSN Exam access for a reduced rate as an ISSN Member. If you need to become a member, visit this link. With this bundle, the cost of the ISSN Membership, Exam Access, and our Self-Led Online Course combined is cheaper than if you choose to take the exam alone as a non-member!
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CISSN Exam Self-Led Online Course
Designed by expert instructors with experience in the field, our online CISSN prep course is designed to bring you from baseline to certified in 12-14 weeks. Students receive lifetime access via Web or Mobile App to our course materials, with the following benefits included:
Lecture Videos
Slide Downloads
Auto-Graded Sample Exams
1-on-1 Instructor Sessions Available
EXPERT SUPPORT
1-on-1 Virtual Instructor Review Sessions
Need some additional assistance with the CISSN course material? Our expert instructors are here to help!
1-on-1 Virtual Instructor Review Sessions offer personalized guidance from expert instructors to help you master key concepts and ace your certification exams.
These sessions are tailored to your unique needs, providing targeted support and detailed feedback to ensure your success.
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Self-led course plus two 1-on-1 sessions to sharpen your weak spots.
$550
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2 instructor review sessions included
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Everything in Standard, plus five deep-dive review sessions.
$990
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5 instructor review sessions included
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The Curriculum
12 Modules01Week 1
Week 1
Chapter 1: Thermodynamics, Biochemistry, & MetabolismVideo Lecture
Chapter 5: Molecular Biology of Exercise and NutritionVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Exercise & Sport Nutrition ReviewVideo Lecture
Week 1 QuizPractice Quiz
02Week 2
Week 2
Chapter 2: Skeletal Muscle PlasticityVideo Lecture
Chapter 3: The Endocrinology of Resistance Exercise & TrainingVideo Lecture
Chapter 4: Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Responses to ExerciseVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Energy DrinksVideo Lecture
Position Stand: CaffeineVideo Lecture
Week 2 QuizPractice Quiz
03Week 3
Week 3
Chapter 6: Aspects of OvertrainingVideo Lecture
Chapter 7: Principles of Exercise TrainingVideo Lecture
Week 3 QuizPractice Quiz
04Week 4
Week 4
Chapter 8: Laboratory & Field Techniques for Measuring PerformanceVideo Lecture
Chapter 9: Methods of Body Composition AssessmentVideo Lecture
Chapter 10: Nutritional Assessment & Counseling of AthletesVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Beta-AlanineVideo Lecture
Week 4 QuizPractice Quiz
05Week 5
Week 5
Chapter 11: An Overview of MacronutrientsVideo Lecture
Chapter 15: Vitamins and MineralsVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Protein & ExerciseVideo Lecture
Position Stand: ProbioticsVideo Lecture
Week 5 QuizPractice Quiz
06Week 6
Week 6
Chapter 12: ProteinVideo Lecture
Chapter 13: FatVideo Lecture
Chapter 14: CarbohydratesVideo Lecture
Week 6 QuizPractice Quiz
07Week 7
Week 7
Chapter 20: Sports Application of CreatineVideo Lecture
Chapter 21: Weight Loss IngredientsVideo Lecture
Chapter 22: An Overview of Sports SupplementsVideo Lecture
Chapter 23: Hormonal Supplements Legal & IllegalVideo Lecture
Position Stand: CreatineVideo Lecture
Position Stand: HMBVideo Lecture
08Week 8
Week 8
Chapter 16: Nutritional Needs of Endurance AthletesVideo Lecture
Chapter 17: Nutritional Needs of Strength/Power AthletesVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Sodium Bicarbonate & Exercise PerformanceVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Meal FrequencyVideo Lecture
Week 8 QuizPractice Quiz
09Week 9
Week 9
Chapter 27: Nutrition Before, During, and After Exercise for the Endurance AthleteVideo Lecture
Chapter 28: Nutrition Before, During, and After Exercise for the Strength/Power AthleteVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Nutrient TimingVideo Lecture
Week 9 QuizPractice Quiz
10Week 10
Week 10
Chapter 26: Eating to Improve Body CompositionVideo Lecture
Chapter 25: Very-Low Carbohydrate Ketogenic Diets (VLCKD)Video Lecture
Chapter 18: A Different Look at the Food Guide PyramidVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Diets & Body CompositionVideo Lecture
Week 10 QuizPractice Quiz
11Week 11
Week 11
Chapter 19: Special Needs of Youth, Women, and the ElderlyVideo Lecture
Chapter 24: Special Legal Review: The Androstenedione Ban and the Criminalization of Steroid Precursors – Implications for the Sports Nutritional Supplement MarketVideo Lecture
Position Stand: Nutritional Considerations for Single-Stage Ultra-Marathon Training & RacingVideo Lecture
Week 11 QuizPractice Quiz
12Week 12
Week 12
Sample Final ExamPractice Quiz
Additional Course Information
Textbook & Exam Info
You are required to purchase your exam and book separately*, all other required materials will be provided by your instructor. CLICK HERE to visit the ISSN’s Website to learn more about signing up for the Exam. The recommended book for this CISSN Certification Exam Preparation Online Course is Essentials of Sports Nutrition and Supplements by Dr. Jose Antonio.
To save money, we suggest either renting your book or purchasing it used from a website like Chegg or BookRun instead of buying new.
It is required that you have a 4-year undergraduate college degree; if you do not have a 4-year college degree, email the ISSN with your credentials and they will consider it on a case by case basis (issn.sports.nutrition@gmail.com).”
You must also be a current ISSN Member to register for the exam.
If you purchase the Course + Exam Bundle, to access the Exam you must reach out to our team via email when you are ready to complete it. Our team will then provide you with an exam link from the ISSN that will be active for 7 days where you can take the exam online
* If you purchase the Course + Exam bundle, you must only purchase the textbook separately, as the exam is included with the budle. You will be provided info on how to access the exam after purchase.