Certified Personal Trainer
Begin with CPT to build foundational coaching and exercise science skills. This pathway serves as the launch point into strength training, performance, and entry-level degree credit.
Make sure you have the technology, internet access, software, and equipment needed to successfully participate in Lionel University’s online courses.
Technology Requirements
Students are expected to have access to the technology required for their coursework. Lionel University is not obligated to provide the necessary hardware or software.
If you do not have word processing software, OpenOffice.org offers free, fully functional software for download.
The following requirements outline the minimum and recommended hardware and software needed to successfully access Lionel University online courses.
Hardware
For best performance, access Canvas LMS using a computer that supports the most recent browser versions. A computer five years old or newer with at least 1GB of RAM is recommended.
Software
Canvas LMS requires an operating system capable of running the latest compatible web browsers. Your operating system should be kept current with recommended security updates and upgrades.
Connectivity
Canvas LMS is designed to accommodate lower-bandwidth environments while supporting modern web standards.
512 kbps minimum recommended speed
Mobile Access
Canvas LMS is optimized for desktop displays. Students using a mobile device may access Canvas through a mobile application or compatible mobile browser.
Browser Compatibility
Instructure products support the current and previous major releases of the following browsers:
Versions 107 and 108
Versions 107 and 108
Versions 107 and 108
Versions 15 and 16 — Macintosh only
Latest supported system requirements
* Firefox Extended Support Releases are not supported.
Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to download compatible mobile browsers.
• Safari — default browser with limited Canvas support
• Chrome
• Chrome — default browser with limited Canvas support*
• Firefox
* Android default browsers may vary by mobile device.
Stackable education built for real-world success. Discover the certifications and stackable pathways that help fitness professionals grow their skills, expand their impact, and advance toward long-term education and career goals.
Begin with CPT to build foundational coaching and exercise science skills. This pathway serves as the launch point into strength training, performance, and entry-level degree credit.

Start with core nutrition education that prepares you for advanced nutrition specialist programs and degree-level coursework in health promotion and wellness.

Build the ability to assess movement patterns and design programs that improve function and reduce risk. This pathway supports roles in recovery-focused coaching and connects to clinical exercise science study.
Develop communication, leadership, and business skills essential for guiding gym operations and client engagement. This pathway prepares you for supervisory roles and aligns with fitness management degree tracks.

Learn core operations, safety, and service principles needed to manage modern fitness environments. This pathway supports leadership advancement and aligns with managerial degree pathways.

Build communication and behavior-change techniques that help clients create sustainable, long-term progress. This pathway complements coaching roles and connects to leadership or psychology coursework.

Learn to interpret key biomarkers that influence training, recovery, and long-term wellness goals. This pathway supports advanced work in performance optimization and future study in human physiology.
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Enhance your professional presence and networking strategy to attract clients and career opportunities. This pathway supports job placement readiness and aligns with degree-level professional development tracks.
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Learn to create content, grow audiences, and build authentic partnerships in the wellness space. This pathway expands digital career opportunities and pairs well with coaching and nutrition programs.

Develop essential business skills to launch, market, and operate a fitness or wellness brand. This pathway supports independent professionals and integrates with business or leadership-focused coursework.