Nutrition for Young Athletes
Performance starts at the plate—and in the lunchbox. This 6 Credit CEU guides you through age-appropriate fueling that supports growth, training, and school schedules. You’ll build simple meal frameworks, time carbs and protein around practices, and dial hydration and electrolytes for heat and travel. Learn GI-friendly options for tournaments, snack strategies for busy days, and how sleep and stress affect appetite and recovery. Safety is front and center: navigate allergies, RED-S risk, and supplement caution within scope. Finish with athlete-friendly checklists, parent/coach handouts, and templates that turn nutrition into consistent performance.
This course offers our most flexible learning pathway:
- E-course with E-book – Perfect for those who love learning on-the-go.
Course Goals
- Align fueling with growth, training load, and school routines.
- Time carbs, protein, and fluids for practices, games, and recovery.
- Create travel-ready, GI-friendly plans for tournaments and heat.
- Support healthy habits while addressing RED-S risk and allergies.
- Equip families and coaches with simple, sustainable tools.
Learning Objectives
- Describe energy needs by age, maturation, and sport demands.
- Build pre-/intra-/post-practice meals and snacks with practical portions.
- Set hydration plans using sweat cues, weather, and session length.
- Choose portable foods that minimize GI distress on busy competition days.
- Communicate supplement basics and safety limits within trainer scope.
Skills Gained
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Write weekly fueling templates that fit school, practice, and travel.
- Create snack lists and packing guides athletes will actually use.
- Coach plate-building visuals for rest, training, and game days.
- Troubleshoot common issues (low appetite, cramps, nerves, heat).
- Track simple KPIs—energy, mood, session quality—to refine fueling.
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.
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Duration:
This course must be completed within six months from your registration date.
Extensions:
Extensions for an additional three months are available for purchase on the Special Services page.
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