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Girls Gone Strong's
Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification
THE INDUSTRY'S most COMPREHENSIVE  Menopause CERTIFICATION

Become the go-to expert for women over 40.

Help women thrive through menopause and beyond with the GGS Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification.
  • Enrollment opens June 4th, 2024
  • ​Last enrollment sold out quickly
  • Secure your spot early + save $600
  • CEUs from 17+ global organizations
  • ​No prerequisites required
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Girls Gone Strong's
Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification
THE INDUSTRY'S MOST COMPREHENSIVE Menopause CERTIFICATION
Become the go-to expert for women over 40.
Help women thrive through menopause and beyond with the GGS Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification.
  • Enrollment opens June 4th, 2024
  • ​Last enrollment sold out quickly
  • Secure your spot early + save $600
  • CEUs from 17+ global organizations
  • ​No prerequisites required
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
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The world's only comprehensive, evidence-based, interdisciplinary menopause coaching certification.

Study from home at your own pace.

With no deadline to start or finish, you can get certified at a flexible pace that fits your life, no matter how busy you are.

No prerequisites required.

Perfect for any health, fitness, or nutrition professional who works with women over 40, whether you're an industry veteran, just getting started, or looking to change your career.

Learn from 14 trailblazing women from 12 fields of study.

Our experts include world-leading PhDs, pelvic health physios, OB/GYNs, RDs, strength & nutrition coaches, university researchers, psychologists, and more.

They have come together to create a unique coaching method that combines the latest research with their combined 400+ years of practical and clinical experience.

Everything you need to coach menopause — all in one place.

You'll be qualified to write safe training programs, coach nutrition, and use women-specific behavior change psychology to empower women over 40.

You'll know exactly how to navigate challenging conversations about weight gain, hormone and menstrual cycle issues, hot flushes, energy loss, self-doubt, identity loss, and other common health roadblocks impacting women.

Increase your income, while serving women better.

You'll set yourself apart from other professionals and become the go-to expert for women over 40 at your gym or in your community.

Earn CEUs.

You'll qualify for CEUs from 17+ global organizations, including NASM, NSCA, ACE, ACSM, Canfitpro, REPs, CIMSPA, Fitness Australia, and more.

Free worldwide shipping.

We'll ship your textbook and workbook 100% free, no matter where in the world you live.

(students and grads in 125+ countries!)

60-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

We're so confident that you'll love it that you can try it for 60 days.

Don't love it? Simply return your textbook for a full refund. 
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
Who should get a Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification?
Our students and grads include:
  • ​Personal trainers
  • Nutrition coaches
  • Group fitness instructors
  • ​Strength & conditioning coaches
  • Health & wellness coaches
  • ​Yoga & Pilates instructors
  • ​Physios & rehab professionals
  • ​CrossFit & sport coaches
  • ​Nurses & doctors
  • Massage therapists
  • Midwives & doulas
  • ​Parents & teachers
  • Life & business coaches
  • ​Women in perimenopause, menopause & postmenopause
  • ​Women who are fitness enthusiasts
  • ​Women over 40 who want to be strong and healthy
  • ​Personal trainers
  • Nutrition coaches
  • Group fitness instructors
  • ​Strength & conditioning coaches
  • Health & wellness coaches
  • ​Physios & rehab professionals
  • ​Yoga and Pilates instructors
  • ​CrossFit & sport coaches
  • ​Nurses & doctors
  • ​Massage Therapists
  • ​Life & business coaches
  • ​Midwives & doulas
  • ​Parents & teachers
  • Women in peri-menopause, menopause & post-menopause
  • ​Women who are fitness enthusiasts
  • ​Women over 40 who want to be strong and healthy
We have thousands of students and grads in over 125 countries around the world, including countries in Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Australia, and Africa.

So if you check one or more of these boxes:
  • A brand-new trainer or coach wanting to get your first clients
  • A veteran who’s been working in health and fitness for years
  • Someone who’s passionate about helping women get strong and confident
  • Someone who wants to set yourself apart in a crowded industry
  • ​Someone who’s considering a career change or starting a side business
  • ​Or anyone who wants to thrive during menopause or postmenopause
If you want the exact knowledge and skills to become the go-to expert for menopausal women in your gym or in your community, this Cert is for you.
The Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification qualifies for continuing education credits with the following organizations worldwide, including:
Even if your organization isn’t listed above, we’ll help you petition and gain CECs / CEUs. Our students have successfully petitioned and gained CECs / CEUs from NETA, NFPT, AAPTE, IFPA, and many more.
Who created the Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification?
Molly Galbraith, CSCS
GGS Co-Founder, creator of GGS Academy
"When I first started in the fitness industry 19 years ago, I was often the only woman in the weight room. All my teachers and mentors were men, and there was almost zero women-specific coaching and training education available. What was available was outdated, shaming, or steeped in diet culture.

Given 67–75% of all people who hire a coach or trainer are women — and that symptoms of menopause can last up to 20 years — that’s not OK.

Women deserve better.

So GGS pulled together 14 trailblazing women from 12 fields of study to create this industry-changing Certification that teaches you how to help women feel strong, confident, and empowered in their lives and bodies during menopause and beyond.
Developed by 14 of the world's most trusted women’s health, fitness, and nutrition experts.
Using the latest research and the 400+ years of practical and clinical experience of our world-class, female experts, we created the world's most comprehensive, evidence-based, and interdisciplinary Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification.
Our curriculum was written, developed, and reviewed by Molly Galbraith, CSCS, and 13 other world-class women’s health experts spanning 12 fields of study. That includes some of the top names in the industry, including...
Precision Nutrition* Curriculum Developers:
Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon, Dr. Helen Kollias, and Camille DePutter
As well as industry trailblazers:
Dr. Jessica Shepherd, OB-GYN; Dr. Meryl Alappattu, DPT; Marika Hart, PT; Dr. Lisa Lewis, PhD; and Dr. Sandy Hilton, DPT
We brought together experts from the U.S., Canada, and Australia to make this the most comprehensive, globally-relevant Certification in the world.
*Our collaboration with former members of Precision Nutrition's curriculum development team has made the Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification the perfect complement to Precision Nutrition Certifications.
Meet the 14 trailblazing women who are behind the GGS Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification
Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon, PhD
FORMER HEAD OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, PRECISION NUTRITION
Vancouver, canada
“As a developer of this Certification, I’m excited to be part of helping health and fitness professionals bring women’s coaching into the 21st century with this truly timely, progressive, and empowering approach.

The majority of people who hire a coach, trainer, or nutrition professional are women. Yet to date, few coaching organizations have truly met women’s diverse needs — until now.”
Dr. Helen Kollias, PhD
FORMER DIRECTORY OF RESEARCH
AT PRECISION NUTRITION
TORONTO, CANADA
“We created this Certification to help any professional — of any discipline — who works with women.

You're going to walk away with knowledge and skills that change lives. But this is more than just learning — you’re going to practice applying it all. Get ready to start making a meaningful impact in women's lives immediately.”
Dr. Jessica Shepherd, OB-GYN
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
DALLAS, TEXAS, USA
“This Certification has set a new standard. Not only for our industry — but for the millions of menopausal women who will now have access to the care and support they deserve. 

There’s no resource like it anywhere. I encourage anyone who works with women over 40 to tap into the genius inside — and start changing the lives of your clients today.”
Marika Hart, MS, PT
WOMEN’S HEALTH PHYSIOTHERAPIST
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
Larissa M. Mercado-López
Assistant Prof - Fresno State
Fresno, California, USA
Dr. Meryl Alappattu, DPT, PhD
RESEARCHER - UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA, USA
Dr. Sandy Hilton, DPT
PELVIC HEALTH PHYSIOTHERAPIST
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA
Reshaunda Thornton, RD, LD
RegisterEd dietitian
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Dr. Lisa Lewis, Ed, CADC-II
Licensed PsycHologist
boston, massachusetts, USA
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
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Only for women? Think again!
Only for women? Think again!
Dr. John Berardi, PhD
co-founder of Precision Nutrition, CREATOR of Change Maker Academy
“GGS is second-to-none and is an absolute must for any coach or trainer who works with women.

Molly Galbraith is one of my go-to health and fitness experts, especially when it comes to coaching women.”
Greg Nuckols, CSCS
THE INDUSTRY’S TOP SCIENCE AND RESEARCH EXPERT
THE INDUSTRY’S TOP SCIENCE
AND RESEARCH EXPERT
"If you coach women, you owe it to yourself and your clients to learn from Girls Gone Strong. 

I'm constantly impressed by everything they put out and by their commitment to following the scientific evidence over industry orthodoxy.”
Stu McMillan
LEGENDARY OLYMPIC SPEED
AND SPORT COACH
LEGENDARY OLYMPIC SPEED
AND SPORT COACH
“Girls Gone Strong is simply the best.

With 30 years of experience coaching Olympic female athletes, I know how important the work is that Molly and her team at Girls Gone Strong are doing. If you coach women, I recommend you learn from GGS.”
Jonathan Goodman
Founder Online Trainer Academy
Founder Online Trainer Academy 
“Girls Gone Strong is exactly what the fitness industry needs.

They're the best in our industry when it comes to women. If you train women or ever plan to, I recommend you learn from them.”
Pricing

Get university-level training at a fraction of the cost.

(Study at your own pace from anywhere in the world.)

We only take a select number of new students each enrollment period so we can maintain an exceptional student experience. Spots are first-come, first-served, so don't miss out because we expect to sell out within hours.

The general public price of our Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification is $1500 USD.

But when you join our free pre-sale list today, you'll get the opportunity to get it for only $89 USD per month or a one time payment of $899 USD — up to 40% savings.
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
60-Day
Money-Back Guarantee
60-Day 
Money-Back Guarantee
When you enroll in the Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification, there's literally zero risk to you.

If you’re not happy with what you learn, return your textbook and materials and we’ll give you your money back.

With thousands of happy students and grads in over 125 countries around the world — GGS has a proven track record you can trust.

If you’re not satisfied for any reason let us know, and we’ll make it right. Guaranteed.
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Don't miss out!
The next Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification group opens June 2024
On June 4th, 2024, enrollment for the Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification opens to a small group of health & fitness professionals — along with those thinking of joining the field.

(Spots are first come, first served, and we expect to sell out within hours after opening.)

When you join the free pre-sale list today, at no obligation, we'll send you more info about the Certification and give you the chance to enroll 72 hours before we open to the general public.

Plus, you'll save up to $600 off the general public price. 
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
(Last enrollment sold out quickly!)
Frequently Asked Questions
This Certification covers everything you need to help women over 40 (or yourself) thrive during perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause.

It’s the world’s only Menopause Certification that checks all of the following boxes:
  • Comprehensive
  • Interdisciplinary
  • Evidence-based
  • Comes with a 500-page textbook, 100+ page workbook, and online learning platform
1) Comprehensive — You’ll master the art and science of menopause-specific:
  • Coaching & behavior change psychology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Mental health and well-being
  • ​Nutrition
  • ​Exercise
  • ​Exercise programming
  • ​Rest & recovery
  • ​Sleep
By the time you graduate, you’ll be confident and qualified to: 
  • Write safe and effective training programs addressing the unique needs of women over 40
  • Coach menopause-specific nutrition habits and skills
  • Use women-specific behavior change psychology to empower your clients to be stronger, healthier, and more confident in their lives and bodies.
2) Interdisciplinary — this certification was written, reviewed, and edited by world-class women's health professionals including: 
  • 4 experts with PhDs in molecular biology, rehabilitation science, and women’s studies
  • 3 experts with master's degrees in kinesiology, human nutrition, and nursing
  • ​3 physiotherapists who specialize in pelvic health
  • ​1 expert with a doctorate in counseling psychology
  • 1 strength and conditioning coach
  • ​1 OB-GYN
  • ​1 registered dietitian
Becoming a Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist qualifies you for continuing education credits with the following organizations worldwide:

•  NASM: 1.9 CEU
•  AFAA: 15 CEU
•  ACE: 2.8 CEC
•  NSCA: 2 CEU, Category C
•  CanFitPro: 4 CEC
•  AUSactive: 15 CEU
•  ESSA: 15 CPD
•  ACSM:  50 CEC
•  ISSA: 20 CEU
•  NESTA: 4 CEU
•  CPTN: 14 CEC
•  REPs New Zealand: 20 CPD
•  CIMSPA: 10 CPD
•  NCSF: 7 CEU
•  APTA Kentucky: 50 hours
Even if your certification isn’t listed above, we’ll help you petition and gain CECs or CEUs. Our students have successfully petitioned and gained CECs or CEUs from NETA, NFPT, AAPTE, IFPA, and many more.

You’ll just need to send a course summary and a copy of your certificate to the organization to review.

Shoot us an email at info@girlsgonestrong.com for updates to our current list of approved organizations or for help with the petitioning process.
It’s the world’s only comprehensive, evidence-based, interdisciplinary Certification focused on coaching & training women over 40.

When you enroll you’ll get everything you need to help women thrive (including yourself!) during perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause.


Our Experts - This Cert was developed by 14 world-leading women’s health experts spanning 12 fields of study, including strength coaches, physiotherapists, a registered dietitian, PhDs, a licensed psychologist, behavior change experts, pelvic health specialists, an OB-GYN, a nurse, nutrition coaches, and more. 

(In fact, the three female co-authors of the PN Certification helped develop this Cert making it the perfect complement to PN Level 1.)

We asked each expert to challenge one another's ideas and methods and help integrate the best available evidence and research with their professional experience so we could create the world’s-first and only truly interdisciplinary, evidence-based, practical coaching Certification.

In other words, the women behind this certification weren’t just “kind of involved” — they dedicated hundreds of hours of wisdom and passion to this project…

...and the result is a one-of-a-kind Certification that stands alone at the top of the industry.


Our Curriculum - This comprehensive Certification will help you master the art and science of menopausal coaching and psychology, anatomy and physiology, mental health and well-being, nutrition, exercise, sleep, rest, and recovery through an interdisciplinary, globally relevant lens. 

You’ll learn to help women with issues related to hot flushes, weight gain, pelvic health, lack of energy & fatigue, hormone fluctuations, muscle loss, incontinence, exercise & nutrition modification, behavior change psychology, depression, mental health, anxiety, pelvic pain, osteoporosis, osteopenia, and so much more (all while staying within your scope of practice).


We package all this information in a beautifully designed, one-of-a-kind 500-page Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification Textbook you can keep and reference for years to come.

You’ll also get our 100+ page Menopause Coaching Specialist Certification Workbook with questions designed to highlight key takeaways and practice the application of what you’re learning in each chapter.

Plus, you’ll have lifetime access to our brand-new online learning platform complete with dozens of coaching and demonstration videos, movement screens, time-saving forms, workout templates, questionnaires, and assessment tools you can use with your clients immediately. 

You’ll learn every aspect of successfully coaching and training menopausal women step-by-step, from start to finish — and you’ll develop the confidence and skills to troubleshoot any menopause issues your clients may have.


Our Evidence-Based Approach - No other Certification dives deep into menopause coaching and psychology, nutrition, female anatomy and physiology, rest, recovery, and exercise programming or was developed by 14 world-class female experts spanning 12 fields of study.

You’ll get all the latest menopause-specific research — including over 1000 references in our 500-page textbook!

And when we say our Certification is "evidence-based," it doesn't mean it's simply based on the research. It means that our experts review all the best available evidence and integrate it with their 400+ years of practical and clinical experience, while also considering client and patient values. 

All references are listed at the end of each chapter so they’re super easy to find if you want to do further research, and even more references are included in our online learning platform materials.


Our Reputation - Our experts have worked with organizations like Johns Hopkins, Baylor Medical, University of Florida, and Precision Nutrition, and our Certification is recommended by industry leaders like Dr. John Berardi, Greg Nuckols, Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon, Dr. John Rusin, and renowned Olympic Sprint Coach Stu McMillan. 

Organizations like NSCA, Perform Better, GoodLife Fitness, Kabuki Strength, and IDEA Fit trust our experts to educate their coaches and trainers on working with women.


Our Focus on Psychology - This Certification dives deep into women-specific behavior change psychology and the often-ignored topics that impact a menopausal woman's relationship with her body like:

Identity loss, mental health struggles, anxiety, depression, mood swings, brain fog, memory loss, lack of energy, sexual health, insomnia, irregular sleep, lack of confidence and self-doubt, and much more.


*Why this matters SO much for women*

Given that 67–75% of all people who hire a coach or trainer are women — and that symptoms of menopause can last up to 20 years — you have the unique opportunity to do something special for women…

In an industry where positive, menopause-specific health and fitness information is hard to come by, YOU can be a beacon of hope for women in menopause.

You can help them understand why their bodies are changing, help them navigate difficult menopause symptoms, and empower them to thrive during this time in their lives.  

Because women deserve better.

That’s why GGS pulled together 14 trailblazing women from 12 fields of study to create a resource that will change the health & fitness industry for menopausal women forever.

GGS is the world leader in evidence-based, interdisciplinary, women-specific coaching & training education. We invite you to join us in our mission of raising the standard of coaching and care for menopausal women.
There are 15-question exams at the end of every chapter consisting of both multiple choice and true/false questions.

Exams are open book and untimed (on average, they take 15–20 minutes to complete), and are available in your online portal whenever you’re ready.