Knowledge transfer & education you understand
Personal online courses with experienced experts. Clearly explained and individually tailored.
For whom
Are these online courses right for me?
Our courses are for everyone who wants to learn more about relevant health topics, regardless of age or prior knowledge.
Knowledge transfer & education on behavioral and lifestyle guidelines that enable active participation, treatment adherence, and self-management. Guided Patient Education (GPE)
Our course offering
Choose the topic that interests you. Our experts meet you personally via video call.
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Nutrition & heart health
Online course on heart-healthy nutrition. Scientifically grounded and clearly explained.
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Nutrition & obesity
Online course on weight management. Scientifically grounded and clearly explained.
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Your path to the right course
Easy-to-understand knowledge from real experts – step by step and at your own pace.
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Your goal
Health, nutrition, or better athletic performance.
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Choose course
Easy-to-understand online courses, without technical jargon.
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Book Session
Choose an available appointment, pay securely.
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1:1 video call
One-on-one with real experts, clearly explained.
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Put it into everyday practice
Self-management and healthy routines, step by step.
Ready for your online course?
Choose your topic and book your personal appointment.
Process
What to expect from a course?
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Before the appointment
You choose a topic and an expert. After booking, you receive a confirmation with all the details and a link to the video call. Optionally, you can send questions or documents in advance.
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During the appointment
You meet your expert by video call in a protected setting. The expert explains topics and connections clearly and answers your questions. No time pressure, no technical jargon.
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After the appointment
You take away concrete recommendations that you can implement directly in your everyday life. If needed, you can book a follow-up appointment at any time.
Your benefits
No jargon
Everything is explained so that you understand it.
From home
No waiting room, no commute.
100% confidential
Secure video call, GDPR-compliant.
Real experts
Experienced specialists and experts.
Trust
Who is behind it?
thesportgroup academy is the digital education division of thesportgroup GmbH. Your partner for sports medicine since 2004. As publisher of sportärztezeitung, the leading medium for sports medicine in the DACH region, we have a broad network of experienced medical specialists and experts.
All experts on our platform are handpicked and bring many years of experience. Your data is processed in compliance with GDPR, and payment is handled securely via Stripe.
Learn more about usBackground
What is GPE? Knowledge transfer and online courses for patients and athletes
Guided Patient Education (GPE) is knowledge transfer in the form of personal online courses from thesportgroup academy. Experts explain health-related topics in a 1:1 video call in clear language and without technical jargon. The focus is on behavioral and lifestyle guidelines, self-management, and treatment adherence. GPE is education, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations.
What does GPE mean at thesportgroup academy?
GPE stands for Guided Patient Education, meaning guided knowledge transfer for patients and athletes. In personal online courses, experts explain health-related topics clearly and without jargon via 1:1 video call. The focus is on behavioral and lifestyle guidelines, active participation, and self-management. Booking takes place in the online calendar, and payment is handled through Stripe.
Does a GPE course replace medical advice or a diagnosis?
No. GPE courses provide accessible knowledge and orientation so that you can better understand the bigger picture. They are not medical advice, not a diagnosis, not a second opinion, and not an individual treatment recommendation. The online courses do not replace a medical examination or treatment. For medical decisions, your treating physician remains responsible.
Who are the GPE online courses suitable for?
The online courses are aimed at patients and athletes who want to better understand health-related topics, regardless of age or prior knowledge. They support active participation, treatment adherence, and self-management in everyday life. Content is explained without jargon. If individual courses include certifications, these are indicated on a per-course basis as soon as they are available.
Further reading
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2. September 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our course offering.
You choose a course offer, a suitable appointment and book directly online. Payment is processed securely via Stripe.
After booking, you will receive a link. At the appointment, you'll meet your expert via video call. Everything is explained clearly, and you can ask questions at any time.
Yes, that is our promise. Our experts explain medical contexts in simple language, without technical jargon and in an easy-to-understand way.
Costs vary depending on the course. Exact prices can be found on the respective course page. There are no hidden costs.
Yes, cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the appointment.
A computer, tablet or smartphone with camera and microphone. A stable internet connection is enough, no special software is required.
Absolutely. The video call is protected and encrypted. Your data is processed in compliance with GDPR and never shared with third parties.
No. Our online courses provide clear, understandable knowledge and guidance (education). They are not a substitute for a medical diagnosis or individual treatment.
Would you like to understand health-related and medical concepts?
Find the right expert and book your personal online course. Clear, confidential, and conveniently from home.