What are the steps to becoming a certified personal trainer?
American Fitness Professionals & Associates®, Inc. is a nationally recognized certification organization. In other words, theya re trusted for knowing what they are doing, and turing out solid, well trained instructors. They offer certifications for Personal Trainers & Certified Fitness Instructors. At this time, I do not think States (USA) regulate or require one to be licensed or hold certification as a personal trainer. Thier requirements for Personal Trainer Certification are: Complete the online order information, mail in application or phone in your order. Receive and review all your materials. Complete the written certification exam. Written exam includes 250 multiple choice questions and a choice of 3 case studies. Complete the visual demonstration of the list of exercises included with your materials. The requested exercises for demonstration have been presented in the instructional DVD’s. The visual demonstration may be accomplished through photographs, DVD, CD or informal VH
There are several accredited organizations that can help you become a certified personal trainer. Some of the better known ones include NFPT (National Federation of Professional Trainers), IFPA (International Fitness Professionals Association), NCSF (National Council on Strength and Fitness) and ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine). Each organization has their own rules and certification requirements, but most will require workshops or home study, followed by an exam that is usually taken on location. Many programs will cost anywhere in the range of $200 to $600 to fulfill the course requisites.
For detailed requirements, visit the website of the particular trainers’ association in which you are interested in being certified. Once you earn your certification, you can search for jobs as a personal trainer at gyms, corporations, spas, or even for private clients.
