VITALIS PSS — Pain Stewardship Specialist
The definitive VITALIS certification covering the complete VVS six-stage framework for professional fitness coaching
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THIS COURSE INCLUDES
Developed by VITALIS Lab pain science specialists based on the VITALIS Ecosystem. This course redefines how coaches approach chronic pain through central sensitization science, graded exposure principles, and the five-phase pain management framework — training you to become a true steward of the pain experience.
Every VITALIS certification is built on the complete VITALIS Ecosystem. The six stages represent the full client journey every coach masters.
Screening & Alliance
Risk Assessor
Order Restoration
Movement Repairer
Foundation Forging
Capacity Builder
Strength Liberation
Potential Releaser
Performance Tempering
Performance Refiner
Life Flourishing
Vitality Guardian
Screening & Alliance
Risk Assessor · Screen risks, build trust
Order Restoration
Movement Repairer · Rebuild stability & control
Foundation Forging
Capacity Builder · Expand endurance base
Strength Liberation
Potential Releaser · Maximize strength & muscle
Performance Tempering
Performance Refiner · Power, speed & agility
Life Flourishing
Vitality Guardian · Movement as identity
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM
Course Overview
The Vitalis Pain Stewardship Specialist (PSS) certification redefines how coaches approach chronic pain — through central sensitization science, graded exposure, fear-avoidance model intervention, and the VITALIS five-phase pain management framework.
Who This Course Is For
What You'll Learn
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Everything you receive when you enroll in this certification program.
18-Week Online Video Curriculum
On-demand video lessons covering pain neuroscience, central sensitization, graded exposure, the five-phase pain management framework, and scope-appropriate coaching — led by Dr. Rebecca Torres within the VITALIS Ecosystem.
PSS Curriculum Manual: Stewarding the Pain Experience
A comprehensive 320-page reference covering nociception science, biopsychosocial model, fear-avoidance intervention, graded exposure protocols, and the complete VITALIS pain stewardship framework.
Pain Neuroscience Education Toolkit
Complete client education handouts, visual analogies, and metaphor libraries for explaining central sensitization, neuroplasticity, and the difference between hurt and harm — without catastrophizing or dismissing.
Graded Exposure Program Templates
Ready-to-use progressive exposure protocols for common chronic pain presentations — back pain, neck pain, fibromyalgia, and widespread pain — with safety boundaries and referral triggers built in.
Fear-Avoidance Assessment & Intervention Guide
Validated screening tools, kinesiophobia reduction strategies, activity pacing frameworks, and return-to-activity decision trees — all designed for the coaching scope of practice.
Nervous System Regulation Technique Library
Breathwork, vagal tone exercises, downregulation protocols, and interoceptive refinement techniques — organized by client readiness and pain sensitivity level.
Red Flag Recognition & Referral Protocols
Clear decision trees for identifying serious pathology, scope-appropriate coaching boundaries, and SBAR referral templates for communicating with pain physicians and physiotherapists.
Coach Self-Stewardship Resources
Vicarious trauma prevention, compassion fatigue management, and peer support frameworks — because you cannot steward others' pain without stewarding your own wellbeing.
VITALIS PSS Exam Preparation Suite
100-question practice exams, module-by-module study guides, and case-study flashcards aligned with the official PSS certification examination.
Lifetime Course Access & Alumni Network
Access all materials forever, including future pain science research updates, new graded exposure modules, and the global PSS alumni community for peer support and continuing education.
Potential Career Paths
Discover the opportunities this credential can unlock.
Pain Stewardship Coach
Guide clients navigating chronic and persistent pain through graded exposure, movement retraining, and nervous system regulation.
Movement Rehabilitation Specialist
Work alongside physiotherapists and pain physicians to provide movement-based support for complex pain cases.
Chronic Pain Program Facilitator
Design and deliver group-based pain education and movement programs within clinics or wellness centers.
Somatic Pain Practitioner
Integrate pain neuroscience, somatic awareness, and body-based approaches into a holistic pain coaching practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
No medical background is required. The course trains you within the fitness coaching scope of practice — teaching pain neuroscience education, graded exposure, and movement retraining while knowing exactly when to refer to medical professionals.
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