Career Details

Prenatal Fitness Educator

Description

Certifying Organization

International Childbirth Education Association

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 4 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Certificate name

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Type

A - Core

Certificate name

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Certifying Organization

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Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified Wellness Practitioner

Certifying Organization

National Wellness Institute

Type

B - Advanced

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