CPT Recertification

The purpose of the recertification program is to ensure that qualified professionals maintain entry level guidelines by participating in approved continuing education programs. Continuing education programs are intended to promote continued competence, development of knowledge and skills, and enhancement of professional skills and judgment beyond the levels required for entry-level practice.

To support NASM’s commitment to protect health and safety, the NASM CPT credential must be recertified every two (2) years. This ensures that NASM CPT professionals are current with the best-practice guidelines and the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities described in the most recent Job Analysis Study.

Certify for Life: NASM offers the opportunity to Certify for Life! NASM Certify for Life gives NASM Certified Personal Trainers (NASM-CPT) the opportunity to avoid bi-annual renewal fees with a one-time fee of $299. Can you afford to wait?

What are the NASM CPT recertification requirements?
NASM CPTs are required to earn 2.0 CEUs (20 hours) of approved continuing education that focuses on increasing knowledge, skills, and abilities in the areas of client assessment, exercise technique, program design, nutrition, client relations and administration, professional practice and responsibility, along with maintaining current CPR and AED certifications. For additional information on what is approved for CEUs, please review the CPT Recertification Application (PDF, 769K. To locate NASM-approved CEUs, visit the NASM Store or our Board of Certification (BOC) page for a list of NASM-approved CEU providers. 

1. Complete the CPT Recertification Application (PDF, 769K) | CEU Petition Application (PDF, 132K)
2. Include documentation of continuing education activities completed (e.g., copies of CEU certificates of completion). A total of 2.0 NASM-approved CEU’s are required.
3. Include a copy of the front and back of your adult CPR and AED certification (online CPR and AED certifications are not accepted).
4. Include the recertification fee of $99* plus a $30 late fee if the application is up to three months late.
   *If you purchased the "Certify for Life" program, the $99 recertification fee is waived for as long as your certification is maintained.
5. Mail all items prior to your certification expiration date to:
   
   NASM Board of Certification
   1750 E. Northrop Blvd., Suite 200
   Chandler, AZ 85286-1744
    

   *Please note payments and applications are processed separately. Payments are processed immediately upon receipt. Recertification applications may take 4-6 weeks to be approved to ensure a thorough evaluation of all submissions in order to maintain the highest standards for the benefit of all NASM CPTs.

If you cannot find an answer to your question on this website, please feel free to contact the Board of Certification (NASM BOC) at 1.800.460.6276 Option 3.

NASM CPT Recertification Acceptance Policy (PDF, 42K)

International NASM CPT Recertification

The purpose of the recertification program is to ensure that qualified professionals maintain entry level standards. For International NASM CPTs, this is accomplished by completing the International Recertification Examination. The examination has been developed to test minimum level competency and to ensure that all of our credential holders are maintaining a knowledge level that protects the health and safety of the clients they serve.

To support NASM’s commitment to protect health and safety, the International NASM CPT credential must be recertified every two (2) years.

Certify for Life: NASM offers the opportunity to Certify for Life! NASM Certify for Life gives NASM Certified Personal Trainers (NASM-CPT) the opportunity to avoid bi-annual renewal fees with a one-time fee of $299. Can you afford to wait?

• International NASM CPT Recertification Policy (PDF, 44K)
• International NASM CPT Recertification Application (PDF, 44K)