“Our vision is to ensure that everyone living with obesity, has access to treatment”.

About Our Training

Expert Training

Experience in-depth and comprehensive evidence-based medicine, complying with all regulatory policies and guidelines. Our training will enable you to create a successful business model delivering a safe, legal and ethical medical weight management service.

The course is delivered by Dr Matt Capehorn (Expert Advisor to NICE on Obesity)
Our training programme is accredited by The Strategic Centre for Obesity Professional Education (SCOPE)
Training is delivered on-line and can be accessed at any time, from any device
Training is highly motivational and inspiring, please see some of our testimonials
Gain the confidence you need to set up a private weight management service
On successful completion, delegates will become a Certified Partner of the NMWLP
NB: Delegates will have private access to complete training for 30-days
NB: A fee of £100 will be payable by any delegates requesting an extension of this time

More information about our training

About SCOPE Accreditation

Endorsing high standards in learning

The World Obesity Federation offer training through the SCOPE initiative (The Strategic Centre for Obesity Professional Education)
SCOPE accredits courses on obesity that offer exceptional educational value.
Courses are accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME) and the CPD Certification Service.
All SCOPE Accredited courses are reviewed by the World Obesity Federation’s Clinical Care Committee, experts in the field of obesity management, to ensure they are based on the latest scientific evidence, are free of commercial bias and offer exceptional educational value.
SCOPE is recognised and endorsed by NHS England and more than 50 national associations globally.
SCOPE offer the only internationally recognised course on obesity management.

The online education revolution

Every day, millions of students, teachers and support staff across the globe, are participating in a learning revolution. The centuries-old tradition which saw students travelling to a physical location to learn. Education and training has changed dramatically, with the distinct rise of online learning, where delegates study remotely on digital platforms.

In response to this digital revolution, The NMWLP has converted its’ 2-day face-to-face training programme into a series of bite-sized videos covering each of the modules.

There’s never been a better time to advance your clinical skills and expertise. Book today, and set up your medical weight loss service in a matter of days.

The benefits of on-line learning

Private Access

Our course is available through a private portal, and can be accessed for 30-days from any device with an internet connection.

Flexible

Your training modules are available 24/7. Access them at a time that is convenient for you. As soon as you sign your NDA, you can get started.

Self-Paced

We know how busy life can be, so having access to your training on-demand for 30-days, means you can work at your own pace.

Get Qualified

On completion of our training, you will become a Certified Partner of The National Medical Weight Loss Programme.

Course Agenda

Gain all the knowledge and skills required to set up a private medical weight loss service. Each module is conveniently recorded separately, allowing you to study in ‘bite-size’ chunks at your own pace, and from any device anywhere in the world (with internet access).

Module 1 : The epidemiology and physiology of obesity

Module 2 : The fat cell, metabolism and appetite regulation

Module 3 : Weight loss interventions (excluding Pharmacotherapy)

Module 4.1 : Pharmacotherapy, including Phentermine, Orlistat, Mysimba and Liraglutide (Saxenda)

Module 4.2 : Advanced Pharmacotherapy, Semaglutide (Wegovy)

Module 4.3 : Advanced Pharmacotherapy, Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)

Module 5 : Setting up a medical weight management clinic

Bonus Module 1 – Medical treatments and VAT by Veronica Donnelly

Bonus Module 2 – Advertising standards and prescription medications by Lorna Jackson