
ISSN-SNS Certification "Live" Online
With Dr. Jose Antonio
We are delighted to announce that our special guest teacher for the "live tutorials" for the upcoming ISSN-SNS 3.0 on the GPNi® portal will be taught by non-other than Dr. Jose Antonio - the founder of the ISSN himself. This is a very rare and unique opportunity for those lucky enough to get a place. It will book out fast with class numbers limited to 20 people to ensure the highest quality teacher/student ratio.

Course Delivery & Hours
Total study hours = 55+hours
New intakes for the English language are now open.
Please go to the www.thegpni.com or send us an email to cert@thegpni.com. Now in English and Chinese Mandarin, with Japanese soon launching in early 2022. GPNi® is the world’s first truly international multi-language performance nutrition education online.
For any official partners or students with coupon codes, please simply apply your coupon on checkout or in email for your discount.
Get Internationally Recognized & Certified
The #1 global authorities, pioneers, researchers of The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN®) have partnered with Global Performance Nutrition Institute (GPNi®) to as the official portal for the ISSN®) Sports Nutrition Specialist (SNS®) and Sports Nutritionist (CISSN® - Master Level) online courses and certifications.
Take your career to the next level and upgrade your skills and credentials to be the best and internationally accredited.

Why Get Certified on The GPNi® Portal
#ONE GPNi® is the official global online partner for The International Society of Sports Nutrition, The ISSN®.
#TWO. GPNi® is an-all access portal, to begin and advance your in sports nutrition to an elite level with blossoming career opportunities.
#THREE. GPNi® is the world's first science-backed performance nutrition online education portal to be offered in multiple countries and available in multiple languages.
#FOUR. GPNi® has a unique blend of on-demand content, together with live tutorials and classroom-style online solutions to give the most authentic and quality education solution.
#FIVE. Plug into the world's network of experts, fellow fitness professionals, and business owners for career and learning opportunities like no other certification offers.
Is This Course For You?
There are many thousands of certified professionals in the world today; these consist of:
Our Happy & Qualified Student Alumni
Since 2003, The ISSN® has certified thousands of Sports Nutrition Specialist (SNS) and Sports Nutritionists (CISSN Master Level) across the world to upgrade their knowledge and skills, all of which are backed by science and research.





What To Expect To Learn
Upon completing the Sports Nutrition Specialist certification, you will have learned many sports nutrition strategies, all backed by science and research, covering:


History Of ISSN®
The ISSN® was 'founded' in 2003 in San Francisco, the USA by Jose Antonio Ph.D., Doug Kalman Ph.D. RD, Richard Kreider Ph.D., Susan Kleiner Ph.D. RD and Anthony Almada MSc.
The International Society of Sports Nutrition is the only non-profit academic society dedicated to promoting evidence-based sports nutrition and supplementation science and application.

The ISSN® is the world's leader in providing science-based sports nutrition and supplement information. The ISSN® peer-reviewed journal (JISSN®), conferences, and attendees are the key influencers and thought-leaders in the sports nutrition and supplement field.
The ISSN® Is Recognized By Established Academic Societies – The Gold Standard
The ISSN® conferences, tutorials, lectures, and courses have been recognized (vis a vis attaining continuing education credits) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, National Strength and Conditioning Association, American College of Sports Medicine, American Council on Exercise, American Physical Therapy Association, National Association of Athletic Trainers and other organizations as well. Members of these organizations can earn continuing education credits by attending ISSN® Conferences and Symposia.

Many Universities also recognize the ISSN® as offering the latest, cutting edge and non-biased information about the science and application of sports nutrition and supplements.

World's #1 Global Learning Portal for Performance Nutrition
The Global Performance Nutrition Institute (GPNi®) is the first to be truly global education solution for performance nutrition. English is considered the language of science, which is essential; however, the world is not entirely made up of English speakers, thus limiting access to billions of potential students wanting to upgrade their qualifications and ability.
The GPNi® is dedicated to being the global bridge online for all students to be able to access the world's best research-backed study, the world's best experts, and the world's #1 global network in the field of sports nutrition.
As of 2021, the GPNi® offers full language and native-level support and "live teaching" in:
Please click here for more information about language support and country support in your region and why GPNi® is the world's #1 global access portal.
Recognized Continued Education Credit / Continued Education Units (CEC / CEU)
This current class with Dr. Jose Antonio live is likely to fill up fast, and with limitations on available seats, it is highly recommended to book in fast.
Please go to www.thegpni.com or send us an email at cert@thegpni.com. Now in English and Chinese Mandarin, with Japanese soon launching in early 2022. GPNi® is the world’s first truly international multi-language performance nutrition education online.
For any official partners or students with coupon codes, please simply apply your coupon on checkout or in email for your discount.
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