Q: Is there a time limit on completing the certification?
A: There is no time limit on completing the certification. You can complete it on your own time.
Q: Is there a membership associated with the certification?
A: Yes, the certification includes a free 1-year membership with the Mental Wellness Association. After your first year, this membership will auto-renew annually for $149 but can be canceled anytime. Your membership provides access to continuing education courses (CECs), CEC articles, a member badge, guided and written meditations, webinars, and more. The membership fee is paid annually on the anniversary of your purchase.
Q: Is this certification all online?
A: Yes, this certification will be completed all online.
Q: Will the certification be approved for continuing education credits?
A: Yes, the certification will be getting continuing education credits from all major agencies.
Approved: ACE (2.0 credits), NASM (1.9 credits), AFAA (15.0 credits), canfitpro (4.0 credits), and SCW (8.0 credits)
In progress: All other major agencies
Q: Will this certification require renewal?
A: Yes, the certification must be renewed every two years. Certification grants you the designation of a Mental Well-being Certified Fitness Professional. You must complete 20 hours of Mental Wellness Association continuing education credits (CECs) to renew your certification and pay a renewal fee of $99 every two years on the anniversary of your completion date. These credits are provided through articles and courses included in your yearly membership.
Q: What is the difference between membership and certification renewals?
The key difference between a certification and a membership lies in their purpose and function:
In short:
Certification = Your professional credential (renewed every 2 years).
Membership = Your access to resources (renewed yearly).
Q: Is there a payment plan available?
A: Yes, once you go through the checkout process, you will see an option to pay via payment plan.
