Earn Accredited CEUs at Every Level.
Oxygen Advantage® training is accredited by five of the world's leading fitness and physical activity bodies: NASM, AFAA, NSCA, ACE and CIMSPA. Start earning ACE credits with Level 1 Functional Breathing, or complete the Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) for the full set, including nearly a full NASM recertification.
EXPLORE CERTIFICATIONS
Built on peer-reviewed research. Approved by the bodies that lead the fitness industry.
Functional breathing is a physiological discipline, not a wellness trend. Every technique in the Oxygen Advantage® method is grounded in peer-reviewed research on CO₂ tolerance, oxygen delivery and autonomic regulation — which is why NASM, AFAA, NSCA, ACE and CIMSPA approve the training for continuing education and CPD credit.
Your CEUs, One Table
| Accrediting body | Approved for | CEU value | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| NASM & AFAAJoint provider program | OA Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) | 1.9 CEUs95% of NASM recertification | Personal trainers, group fitness instructors, pilates, yoga, dance, wellness coaches |
| ACEAmerican Council on Exercise | OA Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) | 7.5 CECs (L1+2), 4.5 CECs (L1)Now including L1 | Personal trainers, group fitness instructors, health coaches, medical exercise specialists, wellness professionals |
| NSCANational Strength & Conditioning Association | OA Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) | 2.0 CEUsCategory C | Strength and conditioning coaches, sports performance specialists, athletic trainers, tactical professionals |
| CIMSPAChartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (UK) | OA Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) | 10 CPD pointsNewly approved | UK personal trainers, gym instructors, coaches and sport & physical activity professionals |
| Yoga Alliance | Breathing for Yoga (L1) + Breathing for Yoga and Advanced (Full Bundle) | 50 | 100 Hours | Registered yoga teachers, instructors, therapists, studios |
Accreditations apply to the Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) unless stated. Level 1 is now ACE-approved; NASM, AFAA and NSCA Level 1 approvals are in progress — see below.
Our Accreditations
NASM & AFAA Accreditation
1.9 CEUs
Oxygen Advantage® is recognized by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. The Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training earns 1.9 CEUs—representing 1.9 of the 2.0 CEUs required for NASM-CPT recertification over a two-year period.
What NASM and AFAA are
The National Academy of Sports Medicine and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America run two of the most recognised professional fitness certification programs in the world. NASM-CPT and AFAA Group Fitness Instructor certifications are held by hundreds of thousands of fitness professionals globally.
Who this is for
Personal trainers, group fitness instructors, and coaches holding NASM-CPT, NASM Trainer, or AFAA certifications.
Verify your CEUs
Visit the NASM provider directory to confirm course approval and look up your certificate of completion. Provider Number: PRO-014575
Verify your CEUs with NASMNSCA Accreditation
2.0 CEUs, Category C
Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training has been approved by the National Strength and Conditioning Association for 2.0 continuing education units, Category C (Activity Code L1924-HSOAAI). This approval applies to CSCS, NSCA-CPT, and TSAC-F credential holders.
What NSCA is
The National Strength and Conditioning Association is the certifying body for strength coaches and sports performance professionals worldwide. NSCA credentials are the standard in collegiate athletics, professional sports, and performance coaching.
Who this is for
Strength and conditioning coaches, sports performance specialists, athletic trainers, and tactical professionals holding a CSCS, NSCA-CPT, or TSAC-F credential.
Verify your CEUs
Visit the NSCA continuing education directory using Activity Code L1924-HSOAAI to confirm course approval.
Verify your CEUs with NSCAACE Accreditation
7.5 CECs (Level 1+2) · 4.5 CECs (Level 1)NOW INCLUDING L1
Oxygen Advantage® is recognized by the American Council on Exercise as an Approved Provider. Two Oxygen Advantage® courses are now ACE-approved: Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2): 7.5 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) — Course #CEP345902. Functional Breathing (Level 1): 4.5 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) — Course #CEP349108
What ACE is
The American Council on Exercise is one of the largest and longest-standing fitness certification bodies in the world. ACE credentials span personal training, group fitness instruction, health coaching, and medical exercise specialisation.
Who this is for
ACE-CPTs, Group Fitness Instructors, Health Coaches, and Medical Exercise Specialists.
Verify your CEUs
Visit the ACE approved course listing to confirm course approval and look up your certificate of completion. Course Approval #s: CEP345902 (Level 1+2) · [ACE L1 COURSE ##CEP349108 (Level 1)
Verify your CEUs with ACEYoga Alliance Continuing Education
Continuing Education for Registered Yoga Teachers
The Oxygen Advantage® Breathing for Yoga course counts for continuing education hours with Yoga Alliance. Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT) can log their hours directly with Yoga Alliance as a non-YACEP provider course.
What this means
Yoga Alliance is a registry, not an accrediting body. Unlike accredited CE providers, non-YACEP courses do not require pre-approval. Instead, you log your hours directly after course completion. One hour of course time equals one continuing education credit with Yoga Alliance. Full step-by-step instructions are provided at course completion.
Who this is for
Registered Yoga Teachers (RYT) seeking continuing education hours to maintain their Yoga Alliance registration. This does not apply to fitness professionals or non-registered yoga practitioners.
Course hours
Breathing for Yoga (Level 1): 50 hours continuing education. Breathing for Yoga and Advanced (Full L1 + L2 Bundle): 100 hours continuing education.
CIMSPA Accreditation
10 CPD pointsNEWLY APPROVED
Oxygen Advantage® is an approved Training Provider Partner with the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). The Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) is now CIMSPA-endorsed for 10 CPD points.
What CIMSPA
CIMSPA is the UK's chartered professional development body for the sport and physical activity sector. It sets the professional standards that UK gyms, leisure operators and employers use to recognise qualified, up-to-date practitioners.
Who this is for
UK-based personal trainers, gym instructors, group exercise instructors, coaches and physical activity professionals who hold CIMSPA membership or need recognised CPD to maintain their professional standing.
Verify your CPD
Visit the CIMSPA CPD directory to confirm course endorsement.
Verify your CPD with CIMSPAWhat’s Coming Next
Level 1 approvals with NASM, AFAA and NSCA
Level 1 Functional Breathing Certification is already ACE-approved for 4.5 CECs. We're bringing the same coverage from NASM, AFAA and NSCA to the Level 1 entry point, with approvals expected in 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Oxygen Advantage® courses carry the accreditations?
The Advanced Instructor Training (Level 1+2) is accredited by NASM & AFAA (1.9 CEUs), NSCA (2.0 CEUs), ACE (7.5 CECs) and CIMSPA (10 CPD points). Functional Breathing (Level 1) is ACE-approved for 4.5 CECs. Breathing for Yoga counts for 50 or 100 Yoga Alliance continuing education hours.
Do I need to be NASM, NSCA, ACE or CIMSPA certified to take an OA course?
No. Anyone can take the training. The credits are simply a bonus if you hold one of these credentials and need to maintain it.
Are OA CEUs recognised outside the US?
NASM, AFAA, NSCA and ACE credentials are held by fitness professionals worldwide, so the CEUs apply wherever you hold that credential. For UK professionals, CIMSPA endorsement provides recognised CPD within the UK sport and physical activity sector.
How long do the CEUs remain valid?
Credits count toward the recertification cycle in which you complete the course. Each body sets its own cycle — for example, NASM and ACE use a two-year recertification period. Check your certifying body for the exact rules on your credential.
How do I log my Yoga Alliance continuing education hours?
After completing an Oxygen Advantage® Breathing for Yoga course, you can log your continuing education hours directly with Yoga Alliance. Visit www.yogaalliance.org, log into your Teacher Dashboard, select "Add Hours," and choose "Taught by someone who is not a YACEP." Input your course dates, location, and hours in the Techniques, Training & Practice (TTP) category. Full instructions are provided at course completion.
Where can I verify the accreditations?
NASM: Visit the NASM provider directory (Provider #PRO-014575)
AFAA: Visit the NASM/AFAA provider directory
NSCA: Visit the NSCA continuing education directory (Activity Code L1924-HSOAAI)
ACE: Visit the ACE approved course listing (Course #CEP345902)
Yoga Alliance: Log your hours directly through your Yoga Alliance Teacher Dashboard after course completion
How do I submit my CEUs for recertification?
You'll receive a certificate of completion when you finish the course. Submit it through your certifying body's recertification portal (NASM, AFAA, NSCA, ACE or CIMSPA) following their standard process.
Ready to earn accredited CEUs while mastering functional breathing?
EXPLORE THE ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATIONOxygen Advantage® is an Approved Continuing Education Provider with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (Provider #PRO-014575), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (Activity Code L1924-HSOAAI), and the American Council on Exercise (Course #CEP345902, and a Training Provider Partner with the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). The Oxygen Advantage® Breathing for Yoga course counts for continuing education hours with Yoga Alliance.