Coach In and Out of the Gym
CPT Essentials Bundle
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$138.00 $71.00 /month
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Lead calmly under pressure. Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) skills to act fast and save lives. If you have already purchased this course from NASM and need to renew, do not attempt to buy it online. You must call us at 800-460-6276 to complete your renewal. Online purchases for renewals are not available.
CPT Practical Skills Workshop
Master essential hands-on skills—cueing, spotting, and client engagement—to lead sessions that inspire results. Perfect for new trainers ready to turn theory into practice.
Certified Personal Trainer Premium Self-Study
Launch your new career as a highly respected fitness professional with this industry-leading certification.
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.
CPR/AED Certification Course
Course Description
Acquire life-saving skills in CPR, AED use, and emergency response with this convenient online-only course. Learn how to effectively save the life of an adult, child, or infant in critical situations and gain the confidence to respond to life-threatening emergencies. This course satisfies your NASM CPR/AED requirements and allows you to get certified from the comfort of your home. Need it fast? Same-day certification is available.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Sections
Section 1: Adult CPR
Section 2: Child CPR
Section 3: Infant CPR
Section 4: Compression-Only CPR
Section 5: Recovery Position
Section 6: Choking
Section 7: AED
Section 8: Updates
Exam Details
You have 730 days (~2 years) from your date of purchase to pass your exam. After completing the study materials, you’ll take an online exam to become CPR/AED Certified. This exam features 25 questions, and you have unlimited exam attempts.
Course Description
Acquire life-saving skills in CPR, AED use, and emergency response with this convenient online-only course. Learn how to effectively save the life of an adult, child, or infant in critical situations and gain the confidence to respond to life-threatening emergencies. This course satisfies your NASM CPR/AED requirements and allows you to get certified from the comfort of your home. Need it fast? Same-day certification is available.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Sections
Section 1: Adult CPR
Section 2: Child CPR
Section 3: Infant CPR
Section 4: Compression-Only CPR
Section 5: Recovery Position
Section 6: Choking
Section 7: AED
Section 8: Updates
Exam Details
You have 730 days (~2 years) from your date of purchase to pass your exam. After completing the study materials, you’ll take an online exam to become CPR/AED Certified. This exam features 25 questions, and you have unlimited exam attempts.
CPT Practical Skills Workshop
Course Description
Advance your expertise and elevate your skills in assessment and fitness programming with this dynamic video-based learning experience. Guided by NASM-certified Master Instructors, you’ll benefit from industry-leading knowledge presented in an engaging, interactive format, featuring real-life scenarios and practical case studies.
This comprehensive workshop thoroughly explores essential topics, including Human Movement Science, Movement Assessments, Exercise Technique, and Program Design, all structured around NASM’s renowned Optimum Performance Training (OPT™) Model.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, his workshop is intended for aspiring or current fitness professionals seeking additional learnings on how to use the NASM Optimum Performance Training (OPT™) Model to create fitness programming.
Course Sections
Module 1: Course Introduction & Prep
Module 2: CPT Practical Skills Workshop Lecture Videos
Exam Details
Module 2 consists of a Post-Test that will assess your understanding of the material.
You have 365 days from your date of purchase to pass your exam. After completing the course, you will take an online exam consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%. This exam allows for unlimited attempts. .
Course Description
Advance your expertise and elevate your skills in assessment and fitness programming with this dynamic video-based learning experience. Guided by NASM-certified Master Instructors, you’ll benefit from industry-leading knowledge presented in an engaging, interactive format, featuring real-life scenarios and practical case studies.
This comprehensive workshop thoroughly explores essential topics, including Human Movement Science, Movement Assessments, Exercise Technique, and Program Design, all structured around NASM’s renowned Optimum Performance Training (OPT™) Model.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, his workshop is intended for aspiring or current fitness professionals seeking additional learnings on how to use the NASM Optimum Performance Training (OPT™) Model to create fitness programming.
Course Sections
Module 1: Course Introduction & Prep
Module 2: CPT Practical Skills Workshop Lecture Videos
Exam Details
Module 2 consists of a Post-Test that will assess your understanding of the material.
You have 365 days from your date of purchase to pass your exam. After completing the course, you will take an online exam consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%. This exam allows for unlimited attempts. .
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CPT Essentials Bundle
Coach In & Out of the Gym
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CPT + CAREER BOOSTERS
- Everything in CPT Premium Self-Study: Flexibility, Fully Digital, Learner Orientation, Practice Exams, Quizzes, Instructional Videos, and Edge App
- Unlimited Access to Study Support Coach
- Job Guarantee*
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Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) Self-Study Course
- Expand your earning potential by offering comprehensive nutritional support to your clients, instead of outsourcing their needs to other pros.
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CPT Practical Skills Workshop
- Led by NASM Master Instructors, this video-based learning experience equips you with the knowledge and skills to confidently assess, design, and administer fitness programming.
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CPR/AED Certification
- Required for all CPTs – learn CPR and AED skills to act fast and save lives.
Why should I choose NASM for my fitness career education?
As one of the most trusted sources of fitness training certifications in the world, NASM is a distinguished name that will stand out to fitness employers. When you choose NASM for your fitness career education, you'll get access to world-class fitness experts, your top choice of gyms to work for, and much more:
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Peer-Reviewed Content from the Brightest Minds in the Industry
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State-of-the-Art Digital Learning Platform
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Programs Designed to Meet Multiple Learning Styles
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35+ Years of Experience Training Fitness Professionals
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1.9M+ Fitness Professionals Trained
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100+ Countries with NASM Fitness and Coach Professionals
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14K+ Gym & Health Club Partnerships
Are there any prerequisites for the NASM-CPT Essentials Bundle?
For your Certified Personal Trainer credential, you must have a high school degree or GED. You're also required to have a current CPR and AED certification before you take the exam. For your convenience, the online CPR/AED Certification offered by NASM is included in the CPT Essentials Bundle.
What's included in the CPT Practical Skills Workshop?
The CPT Practical Skills Workshop demonstrates how to best utilize NASM's Optimum Performance Training® (OPT™) model to customize and align fitness programming for various client goals. The course consists of two modules: Course Introduction and Prep, and CPT Practical Skills Workshop Lecture Videos.
The first module (Course Introduction and Prep) focuses on level setting knowledge by providing a pre-test to gauge where the learner is in their education. It also provides prep and prep materials to review prior to the workshop.
The second module (CPT Practical Skills Workshop Lecture Videos) is a video-based learning experience led by NASM Master Instructors, Ken Miller and Wendy Batts. It covers the Human Movement System, Movement Assessments, the OPT Model, and how you use that information to develop Program Design. It also includes an hour long OPT Model Workout.
Successfully passing the final test with a 70% enables CPTs to earn 0.9 CEUs.
How long will I have to complete the programs in the CPT Essentials Bundle?
You'll have 180 days to complete the Certified Personal Trainer program, which can be completed in as few as four weeks.
You'll have 365 days to complete the Certified Nutrition Coach program, which can be completed in as few as eight weeks.
How is the Certified Personal Trainer exam administered?
The exam is administered online or in-person at an approved testing center, giving you flexibility in how you complete your certification. Both options are secure, proctored, and designed to ensure a fair and professional testing experience.
Will I have to renew any of the certifications in the CPT Essentials Bundle?
Both the Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach credentials must be renewed every two years.
How many CEUs are the courses in the CPT Essentials Bundle worth?
The Certified Nutrition Coach program is worth 1.9 NASM Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
The CPR/AED Certification program is worth 0.1 NASM Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
The CPT Practical Skills Workshop is worth 0.9 NASM Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Are 0% interest payment plans available for the CPT Essentials Bundle?
Yes, we have a variety of 0% interest payment plans to choose from. Call us at 1-800-460-6276 or enroll online to see the options available.
*2026 State of the Personal Trainer Survey
This survey was conducted by NASM in April 2026, targeting personal trainers. There were 1,133 active personal trainers who took part in the survey. Statistical data provided herein have a margin of error of +/- 2.9% with a 95% confidence.
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