Designing Weight Training Programs

Program like a pro, not by guesswork. This 6 Credit CEU walks you through building weight-training plans from assessment to results: select the right exercises for core patterns and muscle groups; set reps, sets, tempo, and rest to match goals (strength, hypertrophy, power); and organize weekly blocks with smart progressions, deloads, and recovery. You’ll learn how to rotate variations, balance push/pull and hinge/squat, and tailor sessions to time, equipment, and training age. Templates, checklists, and simple tracking metrics make it easy to coach consistency and keep lifters progressing—safely and sustainably.

This course offers our most flexible learning pathway:

E-course with E-book – Perfect for those who love learning on-the-go.

Course Goals

Match exercise selection to goals, constraints, and movement patterns.
Dose volume, intensity, and frequency using clear progression rules.
Balance training stress with recovery, deloads, and variation.
Build weekly plans that integrate strength, hypertrophy, and power work.
Track outcomes and refine programs with practical metrics.

Learning Objectives

Differentiate rep ranges, tempos, and rest intervals for specific adaptations.
Construct meso/micro-cycles with planned progressions and plateaus in mind.
Apply push/pull and squat/hinge balance to reduce overload and gaps.
Choose safe substitutions based on equipment, mobility, or injury history.
Use logs (RPE/RIR, volume load, performance trends) to guide adjustments.

Skills Gained

Write plug-and-play strength templates for 2–5 day splits.
Create progression ladders (linear, step, wave) and simple deload schemes.
Pair main lifts with assistance work that targets weak links.
Cue setup, bracing, and bar path for safer, stronger reps.
Build quick dashboards to monitor progress and make timely changes.

Course Essentials & Requirements

Course Package Includes:

_{^{Comprehensive Textbook}}
_{^{Study Guide}}
_{^{100-question multiple-choice, open-book certification exam}}
_{^{Certificate upon obtaining a passing exam score}}

Recommended Prerequisites:

_{^{CPR/First Aid Certification are highly recommended although not required.}}
_{^{Personal Trainer Certification is also encouraged to enhance your learning.}}

Course & Delivery Options:

^{E-book and E-course}
_{^{Your e-book will arrive via email within 48 business hours and you will have immediate access to the Study Guide and exam in your IFPA Account.}}

Duration:

^{_{This course must be completed within six months from your registration date.}}

Extensions:

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