NASM Personal Trainer

Overview

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San Diego County is one of the best market for personal trainers, but a highly competitive one, nonetheless. Earning a certification from National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) can help you stand out in your personal training career. This fully online course will provide you with the health, fitness, nutrition and human movement knowledge needed to become a NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).

No Prerequisites

No prerequisites are required to sign up for this course, just register and get started

Go at your own pace

This is a self-paced, fully online course that can be completed on your schedule

Prepare for certification

This course prepares you to sit for the Certified Personal Trainer exam offered by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

Join a growing field

The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects fitness trainer and instructor jobs to grow by 13% between now and 2028

Program Details

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SCHEDULE, REGISTRATION & FEES

Course	Dates	Registration
NASM Certified Personal Trainer	Start any time

Course Details

Classes held online
Classes are self-paced and completed in 6 months or less
Learn from industry experts in a flexible, self-paced format
Get personalized support from a dedicated student advisor

Fee Includes

Voucher for the NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) exam

Savings

�� Student and Staff Discount Available! Contact Us to learn more

Please note: All rates are subject to change without notice.

COURSE TOPICS
Course Objectives
- Prepare to take and pass the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) exam
- Master health and fitness topics, including nutrition, program design, human movement science, and fitness assessments
- Learn and practice teaching, customer service, and first aid skills
- Develop organizational and communication skills
Course Topics
- Introduction and Resistance Training Concepts
  - Physical activity guidelines as they relate to the Optimum Performance Training (OPT) model
- Human Movement Assessments/Fitness Testing and Evaluation
  - Major muscles and their functions; subjective, objective and performance assessments
- Concepts of Integrated Training - Flexibility, Cardiorespiratory and Core
  - Principles of human movement and flexibility; benefits of cardiorespiratory fitness and Proper exercise techniques
- Concepts Of Integrated Training - Balance, Plyometric and SAQ
  - Training concepts, including balance, plyometric (reactive) and speed, agility, and quickness (SAQ)
- Design of Fitness Programs and Modalities
  - Program design using the OPT model; acute training variables and exercise modalities
- Human Movement Science/Exercise Modalities and Technique
  - Structure and function of the human body; functions of anatomy and physiology during exercise
- Special Populations, Nutrition, and Professional Development
  - Program design adaptations for individuals with health impairments or physical conditions
- Certification Exam Preparation
  - Test taking strategies, practice exam; review NASM's standards of professional practice as a professional fitness trainer
FAQ

How do personal trainers help their clients?

Personal trainers provide information, motivation and guidance for individuals and groups who want to maintain or improve their health. Personal trainers may address diet and nutrition, exercise and mental and emotional wellbeing as part of their regimes. Many personal trainers work with individual clients, while others affiliate with health-related organizations.

Is certification important for a personal training career?

Yes. Certification is extremely important due to the close working relationship with clients, their health and their physical abilities. This requires domain-expert knowledge as well as discretion and trustworthiness. Earning a certification such as the NASM's CPT indicates to clients, prospective employers and partners that a personal trainer meets the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Where do personal trainers work?

Personal trainers may work in private or public settings. Some work in clients' homes or private offices. Others are affiliated with health clubs, clinics or sports-related groups and facilities. Still others may work in hospitals, retirement communities or other group settings.

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