SAS Coaching Diploma · Lebanon · Women's Health Specialist
Pre/Post Natal Specialist.
The underserved specialty in MENA fitness.
Train women safely through pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Exercise in Pregnancy and Postpartum, Accredited by EuropeActive (EQF Level 4), a specialty for qualified personal trainers. Graduates are registered with EREPS. Taught by SAS Coaching Diploma faculty: Dr. Georges Assaf, Dr. Georges Cherfane, Romy Makdissi and Dr. Carla Bedran.
Or email us at sas.cce@sas.edu.lb
Before you enrol
A specialty upgrade, not a first diploma.
Pre/Post Natal is a clinical specialty. You need a Level 4 personal trainer qualification (EQF 4) or an equivalent accredited qualification to enrol. The course earns an EuropeActive · EQF Level 4 specialty certificate (Exercise in Pregnancy and Postpartum) on top of your existing credential, and graduates are registered with EREPS. It does not include a Lebanese Ministry of Education diploma. Choose one of these tracks to enrol:
1
Have an SAS PT Diploma
Any of our PT tracks (Regular, Self-Learning, with or without the EuropeActive Upgrade) qualifies. Our most common route. See the PT Diploma →
2
Have an SAS Post-Rehab Diploma
If you already hold the Post-Rehab Specialist diploma, Pre/Post Natal stacks on top as your second specialty. See Post-Rehab →
3
Have a clinical background
Midwives (sage-femme), physiotherapists and osteopaths are considered case by case against the EuropeActive entry requirement. Share your credentials when you apply and we will confirm before you enrol.
Not sure which track fits? WhatsApp us and we'll walk you through it.
Pricing
$500 · one course, one fee.
Same curriculum, same EQF Level 4 specialty certificate. No hidden tiers. Pay in full or in instalments.
Next cohort early 2027
The September 2026 cohort is under way. The next cohort starts in early 2027, dates to be announced. Register your interest and we will contact you first.
Pre/Post Natal Specialist
EuropeActive · EQF Level 4 specialty certificate
USD · pay in full or instalments
- Full Pre/Post Natal Specialist curriculum
- Pregnancy physiology + safe programming
- Postpartum recovery + diastasis recti protocols
- Live in person practicals in Baabda
- Assessment: theory exam, case study and observed practical session
- EQF Level 4 specialty certificate on completion
- Registered with EREPS on graduation
- SAS Coach Crew
What you'll pay
| Course fee (next cohort early 2027) | $500 |
For SAS graduates
Already completed this course? Come back with the Refresher Pass.
Graduated with us, whether last cohort or years ago? The Refresher Pass gives you 6 months of read-only access to the current version of this course: the course decks, updated to today's curriculum.
Refresher Pass
Exclusive to SAS-CCE graduates of this course. No exams, no assignments, just the material when you need to revisit it.
- Full read-only access to the course decks
- Always the current curriculum, not an archive
- Open to SAS graduates from any year
- Your $50 alumni discount on any new program still applies
After you graduate
Keep your EREPS registration. 10 hours a year, with us.
EREPS asks every registered professional for 10 hours of learning a year. Our four short online courses are EREPS Approved Training: 2.5 hours each, a quiz, a certificate with the EREPS logo. All four together cover your year, USD 175, or USD 50 each.
What's in the course
Built around safe, evidence-based practice.
Pelvic floor anatomy
Function, dysfunction, retraining
Trimester-specific programming
T1, T2, T3 progressions + contraindications
Diastasis recti management
Assessment + safe progression
Postpartum return-to-training
Week 0 to performance return
De Gasquet methodology
Breath, posture, abdominal protection
Working with OB-GYNs
Referral language + clinical communication
EuropeActive · EQF Level 4 certificate
Issued on completion · stacks on your PT credential
Where you train
In person practicals in Baabda.
Pre/Post Natal in person sessions run on Saturdays in Baabda: floor sessions on pregnancy and postpartum programming, in a fully equipped training space.
Who teaches you
Taught by SAS Coaching Diploma faculty.
Dr. Georges Assaf
PhD Sports Physiology · Olympic Coach
Anchors the programming and load-management modules. 15+ years lecturing.
Dr. Georges Cherfane
Doctor of Physical Therapy · Antonine University
Covers the progressions and postpartum return-to-training case work.
Romy Makdissi
Osteopath D.O. · ESO Paris · De Gasquet certified
Leads the anatomy and physiology modules. Practices as a sports osteopath at Performance First, Baabda; previously worked with the Stade Français Top 14 rugby team in Paris.
Dr. Carla Bedran
Doctor of Medicine · Lebanese American University
Teaches anatomy and physiology, and health and safety in pregnancy and after birth. Lecturer in anatomy and physiology at Antonine University since 2016.
Common questions
FAQ.
Do I need to be a qualified PT first?
Yes, or have an equivalent background. You need an SAS PT Diploma (any track), an SAS Post-Rehab Diploma, or an equivalent Level 4 personal trainer qualification. Clinical backgrounds (midwife, physio, osteopath) are considered case by case. See the Before you enrol section above for the valid routes.
Is this only for women trainers?
No. Male trainers are welcome and complete the program every cohort. Trust with clients comes from your clinical depth and communication · not your gender.
How long does it take?
About 2 months: 40 guided learning hours of live online theory and in person practicals in Baabda, plus self study.
Will clients actually pay more?
Yes. Pre/post natal is the most underserved specialty in MENA. Pregnant and postpartum clients search specifically for credentialed trainers · premium rates are the norm.
What about refunds?
All payments are non-refundable, but your fees are transferable to another SAS Coaching Diploma course or a future cohort, with a valid reason and subject to SAS-CCE review. Refunds are only considered in cases of force majeure (documented medical emergencies or other exceptional circumstances). Full policy on our Refund Policy page.
How do I pay?
In USD, cash at Performance First, Baabda, or by Whish.
Partners & accreditations
Partners and accreditations.
EuropeActive
EREPS · Graduates registered
Performance First
Reserve your seat
Start with a 60-second application.
Tell us your name, contact and tier interest. A member of our admissions team will reach out on WhatsApp within one working day to confirm your seat, walk you through payment options and check that your training background fits.
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