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NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer — NSCA-CPT

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Description

Personal trainers are health/fitness professionals who, using an individualized approach, assess, motivate, educate and train clients regarding their health and fitness needs. They design safe and effective exercise programs, provide the guidance to help clients achieve their personal health/fitness goals and respond appropriately in emergency situations. Recognizing their own area of expertise, personal trainers refer clients to other health care professionals when appropriate.

Certifying Organization

National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certification Commission

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown
If significant work experience is needed? Unknown
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Related Programs

8 Personal Trainer programs on Career School App.

Advanced Training Institute

Personal Fitness Trainer

Diploma

On-CampusFinancial Aid
Las Vegas Campus
Las Vegas, NV
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
40 Weeks
800 clock hours
App fee
$75
Tuition
$13,657 for the Program
Lamson Institute

Personal Fitness Trainer

Diploma

On-CampusFinancial Aid
San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
40 Weeks
App fee
—
Tuition
$13,954 for the Program
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Suggested because NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer applies to Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

Related Careers

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

Other Certifications from National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certification Commission

Certified Special Population Specialist (CSPS)
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Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
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Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F)
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