How It Works
From enrollment to certification and beyond—here's your complete journey to becoming a recognized health and wellness professional.
6 Steps to Certification
Choose Your Path
Select from our range of specialty certifications based on your interests and career goals.
Complete Training
Study through our comprehensive online curriculum with video lessons, resources, and mentorship.
Pass Your Exam
Demonstrate your knowledge through our rigorous but fair certification examination.
Get Certified
Receive your credential, digital badge, and listing in the APU Professional Directory.
Start Practicing
Begin helping clients with your new skills and recognized certification.
Grow & Renew
Continue learning through CE credits and advance to higher certification levels.
Three Certification Tiers
Progress through our credential framework from Foundation to Board Certified.
Tier 1
Foundation Certificate
FC™
Start Your Journey
Duration
4-6 weeks
Training
25+ hours
- Foundational knowledge in specialty
- Digital credential badge
- Pathway to professional certification
Perfect for career explorers
Learn MoreTier 2
Certified Professional
CP™
Practice Professionally
Duration
3-6 months
Training
75+ hours
- Authority to practice with clients
- Insurance eligibility
- APU Directory listing
- Use of credential letters
For serious practitioners
Learn MoreTier 3
Board Certified
BC-™
Lead & Mentor
Duration
6-12 months
Training
150+ hours
- Highest credential level
- Practice ownership training
- Featured directory listing
- Mentor and teach others
For practice owners
Learn MoreAvailable Specialty Tracks
Choose from our growing catalog of certification specialties.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Join thousands of certified professionals making a difference.