Launch Your Personal Training Career

Career Kickstarter Bundle

Make an impact with clients on day one with the #1 Fitness Certification and earn 22% more than the industry average for personal traners.* By combining personal training, nutrition coaching, and corrective exercise techniques, this bundle allows you to build credibility from the start.

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$176.00 $74.00 /month

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Certified Personal Trainer Premium Self-Study

Launch your new career as a highly respected fitness professional with this industry-leading certification.

Corrective Exercise Specialization Self-Study

Spot issues, solve them, and keep your clients moving. Trainers see a 26% increase in earnings when they add corrective exercise credential.*

Certified Nutrition Coach Self-Study

Elevate everyone you coach by mastering nutrition—the building block of performance, health, and longevity. Personal trainers who add Nutrition Coaching also elevate their earnings by 16%.*

Course Details

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Premium Self-Study Course

Course Description

Launch a rewarding career in fitness with NASM’s Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT) program—the gold standard personal training credential. This comprehensive, self-paced course equips you with the science-backed knowledge and practical skills needed to design effective fitness programming and coach clients with confidence. Completing the program and earning the NCCA-accredited NASM-CPT certification will help you stand out to employers and increase your earning potential in this life-changing industry.

Prerequisites

To be eligible for this personal training course, you must have:

• High school diploma or GED
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification

You may enroll in the self-study course before having your CPR and AED certifications; however, you must have them before you take your exam.

Course Sections

Section 1: Professional Development and Responsibility
Define your role, explore career paths, and learn to coach ethically in today’s fitness landscape.
Section 2: Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching
Master behavior change, build rapport, and coach with empathy to drive lasting client success.
Section 3: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutrition Concepts
Understand movement, body systems, and nutrition to coach with precision and purpose.
Section 4: Assessment
Use assessments to uncover imbalances and personalize programs for measurable progress.
Section 5: Exercise Technique and Training Instruction
Apply the OPT™ Model to coach movement confidently across all training modalities.
Section 6: Program Design
Design inclusive, goal-driven programs tailored to every client’s needs and conditions.

Program Development & Scientific Rigor

The NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) program is built and peer-reviewed by a team of 33 expert contributors, 18 of whom hold doctoral degrees (PhD or EdD), alongside licensed physical therapists and a registered dietitian.

The learning content is supported by 1,223 scholarly references and evaluated by four independent peer reviewers before publication — a level of scientific rigor that sets NASM apart among NCCA-accredited personal trainer certifications.

Exam Details

Successful completion of the exam is required to become a Certified Personal Trainer.

NASM-Certified Personal Trainer (NCCA Accredited Certification Exam)
This closed-book, proctored exam has 120 questions. You must pass with score of 70 or better. It can be administered either in-person or online, and you will have two hours to complete the test. You must take this exam within 180 days of your date of purchase.

The NASM Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT) credential is proudly accredited by the NCCA, so you will be earning a certification that’s recognized and respected throughout the fitness industry. The NCCA is a nationally recognized third-party agency that accredits certification programs which are able to meet and comply with its standards. This accreditation assures employers and participants of the quality and credibility of your certification, further enhancing your professional reputation and career opportunities.

Course Description

Launch a rewarding career in fitness with NASM’s Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT) program—the gold standard personal training credential. This comprehensive, self-paced course equips you with the science-backed knowledge and practical skills needed to design effective fitness programming and coach clients with confidence. Completing the program and earning the NCCA-accredited NASM-CPT certification will help you stand out to employers and increase your earning potential in this life-changing industry.

Prerequisites

To be eligible for this personal training course, you must have:

• High school diploma or GED
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification

You may enroll in the self-study course before having your CPR and AED certifications; however, you must have them before you take your exam.

Course Sections

Section 1: Professional Development and Responsibility
Define your role, explore career paths, and learn to coach ethically in today’s fitness landscape.
Section 2: Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching
Master behavior change, build rapport, and coach with empathy to drive lasting client success.
Section 3: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutrition Concepts
Understand movement, body systems, and nutrition to coach with precision and purpose.
Section 4: Assessment
Use assessments to uncover imbalances and personalize programs for measurable progress.
Section 5: Exercise Technique and Training Instruction
Apply the OPT™ Model to coach movement confidently across all training modalities.
Section 6: Program Design
Design inclusive, goal-driven programs tailored to every client’s needs and conditions.

Program Development & Scientific Rigor

The NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) program is built and peer-reviewed by a team of 33 expert contributors, 18 of whom hold doctoral degrees (PhD or EdD), alongside licensed physical therapists and a registered dietitian.

The learning content is supported by 1,223 scholarly references and evaluated by four independent peer reviewers before publication — a level of scientific rigor that sets NASM apart among NCCA-accredited personal trainer certifications.

Exam Details

Successful completion of the exam is required to become a Certified Personal Trainer.

NASM-Certified Personal Trainer (NCCA Accredited Certification Exam)
This closed-book, proctored exam has 120 questions. You must pass with score of 70 or better. It can be administered either in-person or online, and you will have two hours to complete the test. You must take this exam within 180 days of your date of purchase.

The NASM Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT) credential is proudly accredited by the NCCA, so you will be earning a certification that’s recognized and respected throughout the fitness industry. The NCCA is a nationally recognized third-party agency that accredits certification programs which are able to meet and comply with its standards. This accreditation assures employers and participants of the quality and credibility of your certification, further enhancing your professional reputation and career opportunities.

Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) Self-Study Course

Course Description

The NASM Certified Nutrition Coach program equips you with cutting-edge knowledge in nutrition science, coaching strategies, and behavior change. This isn’t about diets that fizzle—it's about helping clients rewrite their relationship with food, make confident choices, and build healthy habits that last.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the many nutrition courses NASM has to offer to prepare for a career in nutrition.

Course Sections

Section 1: Professional Practice
Lay the foundation for coaching with integrity and impact. Understand the role of a coach, define the boundaries of your scope of practice, and discover how to apply evidence-based principles to guide every decision.
Section 2: Nutritional Science
Dive deep into the science that drives health and performance. Understand the role of a coach, decode macronutrients, and explore hydration, micronutrients, and timing. Guide real-world choices around supplements and alcohol with evidence-based strategies.
Section 3: Behavior Change Strategies
Transform client habits. Use psychology and communication techniques to uncover motivations, set goals, and build lasting behavior change.
Section 4: Practical Nutrition Coaching
Apply science to everyday life. Assess intake, interpret labels, and guide clients through diets, dining out, and plateaus. Help clients make informed choices and adopt sustainable nutrition habits that support their goals.

Exam Details

After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement.

Course Description

The NASM Certified Nutrition Coach program equips you with cutting-edge knowledge in nutrition science, coaching strategies, and behavior change. This isn’t about diets that fizzle—it's about helping clients rewrite their relationship with food, make confident choices, and build healthy habits that last.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the many nutrition courses NASM has to offer to prepare for a career in nutrition.

Course Sections

Section 1: Professional Practice
Lay the foundation for coaching with integrity and impact. Understand the role of a coach, define the boundaries of your scope of practice, and discover how to apply evidence-based principles to guide every decision.
Section 2: Nutritional Science
Dive deep into the science that drives health and performance. Understand the role of a coach, decode macronutrients, and explore hydration, micronutrients, and timing. Guide real-world choices around supplements and alcohol with evidence-based strategies.
Section 3: Behavior Change Strategies
Transform client habits. Use psychology and communication techniques to uncover motivations, set goals, and build lasting behavior change.
Section 4: Practical Nutrition Coaching
Apply science to everyday life. Assess intake, interpret labels, and guide clients through diets, dining out, and plateaus. Help clients make informed choices and adopt sustainable nutrition habits that support their goals.

Exam Details

After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement.

Corrective Exercise Specialization (CES) Self-Study Course

Course Description

Poor movement limits results—and quality of life. Become the expert who identifies movement inefficiencies, addresses the imbalances, and supports clients achieving more effective, stable, and resilient movement patterns. Corrective Exercise Specialists change lives by building bodies that move better, last longer, and perform at their peak.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that candidates have at least one of the following credentials:

• NASM CPT Certification
• Bachelor's degree in a health or fitness field
• Accredited health and fitness certification or licensed certification/credential in a healthcare or wellness profession

Course Sections

Section 1: Introduction to Corrective Exercise Training
Lay the foundation for smarter movement. Connect anatomy and the Human Movement System to strategies that reduce injury risk and improve performance.
Section 2: Corrective Exercise Techniques
Apply targeted techniques—release, stretch, activate, and integrate—to restore balance and support long-term function.
Section 3: Assessment
Pinpoint dysfunctions with posture, movement, and mobility assessments. Use insights to guide personalized corrective strategies.
Section 4: Programming Strategies
Design region-specific programs that improve alignment, stability, and recovery. Help clients move better, longer, and stronger.

Exam Details

After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement.

Course Description

Poor movement limits results—and quality of life. Become the expert who identifies movement inefficiencies, addresses the imbalances, and supports clients achieving more effective, stable, and resilient movement patterns. Corrective Exercise Specialists change lives by building bodies that move better, last longer, and perform at their peak.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that candidates have at least one of the following credentials:

• NASM CPT Certification
• Bachelor's degree in a health or fitness field
• Accredited health and fitness certification or licensed certification/credential in a healthcare or wellness profession

Course Sections

Section 1: Introduction to Corrective Exercise Training
Lay the foundation for smarter movement. Connect anatomy and the Human Movement System to strategies that reduce injury risk and improve performance.
Section 2: Corrective Exercise Techniques
Apply targeted techniques—release, stretch, activate, and integrate—to restore balance and support long-term function.
Section 3: Assessment
Pinpoint dysfunctions with posture, movement, and mobility assessments. Use insights to guide personalized corrective strategies.
Section 4: Programming Strategies
Design region-specific programs that improve alignment, stability, and recovery. Help clients move better, longer, and stronger.

Exam Details

After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement.