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NASM Personal Trainer

Online Certification Training

This comprehensive certification program prepares you for entry into the growing and rewarding fields of fitness.

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14 Weeks

PROGRAM LENGTH

CPT

Certifications

38,000

AVG. STARTING SALARY*

Issuing Authorities

Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.

These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model – including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard.” Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs

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MedCerts Tuition Advantage

We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.

Monthly Payment Options as low as

$

234

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Talk with an Education Consultant to pick the perfect payment plan, from paying in full to installments with interest rates from 0-12%.

Total Tuition

$

2,700

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The total tuition can be paid immediately or through a number of grant-funded or monthly payment plan options.

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The pricing listed above for a monthly payment plan is an estimate for the cost of an 12-month payment plan including down payment. Final pricing is given at time of purchase and may vary from both pricing examples above.

*Students in Maryland are not eligible for MedCerts payment plans but may be eligible for other tuition options. Speak to an Education Consultant for further information.

MyCAA, Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance/COOL and Workforce Grants

MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.

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What does a Personal Trainer do?

Personal Trainers work with individual clients or small groups – typically in a gym, fitness center, or in clients’ homes. They evaluate their clients’ current fitness levels, personal goals, and skills, develop personalized training programs and monitor clients’ progress.

70,992

Entry Level Jobs in the US

Personal Trainer will see available jobs grow 12.6% over the next ten years.

All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.

What You’ll Learn

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NASM Personal Trainer

MedCerts NASM Personal Trainer program teaches the knowledge and skills to earn certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) – Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).

Students must have the physical strength and experience to model proper form when completing exercises, should possess basic experience in operating gym equipment, and be comfortable giving instructions on how to use it. Personal Trainers should also be comfortable writing fitness and health reports for clients, providing positive reinforcement and strategizing their methods to meet and exceed their clients’ health goals.

NASM’s Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification is the gold standard in the industry and is the preferred certification by most employers. It is NCCA-accredited, which is vitally important as many gyms and fitness centers only accept accredited certifications.

Because graduates will be working in a healthcare facility, it is imperative that they be able to speak and understand the language of medicine and have a fundamental understanding of basic human anatomy and physiology. As such, HI-1014: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology is included to lay this important foundation.

Today’s top job candidates not only need to be prepared to pass a certification exam but also must be equipped with soft skills and knowledge that allow for success on the job in any environment. This program contains training in professionalism designed with input from employers and professionals in the field of allied health. PS-1011: Professionalism in Allied Health equips students with essential soft skills that are in demand and expected by employers in a competitive job market.

Candidates will be required to provide evidence of current Adult CPR and AED certification prior to attempting the CPT certification examination. NASM provides a list of approved training providers. The responsibility for obtaining these certifications is solely on the candidate, as MedCerts does not provide this training.

The NASM Certified Personal Trainer certification must be recertified every two years to ensure that NASM-CPTs stay up to date with current best-practice guidelines and skills. To recertify, you will be required to earn 2.0 NASM-approved CEUs (20 contact hours) every two-year certification period. This includes 0.1 CEUs from the mandatory CPR/AED certification.

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Gain knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy, and physiology
Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
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

Enrollment Requirements

Suitable vision and hearing (normal or corrected)
Suitable psychomotor skills
Hand-eye coordination, and finger agility
Ability to stand for an extended period
Current Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitated (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification prior to sitting for the exam.
Use of Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance funding (Army Credentialing Assistance, Air Force COOL, Coast Guard COOL). Individuals interested who do not qualify for this funding can check out our Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach program.

MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*

Expert-led video based training
Competency assessments
National Certification exam fee

STUDENT SERVICES

Dedicated Student Success Advisors
Tailored support based on performance & behavior
Exam preparation process
1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches

*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.

Required Courses

Code

Course

Duration

HF-3011

NASM’s Essentials of Personal Fitness Training

Weeks

PS 1011

Professionalism in Allied Health

Weeks

HI 1014

Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology

Weeks

Total Program Duration

Eligible Certifications

CPT

Certified Personal Trainer Certification

NASM Personal Trainer

Job Opportunities

Certified Personal Trainer

$46,354 – $78,936

Estimated Salary

Fitness Trainer

$37,959 – $47,612

Estimated Salary

Disclaimers

This program is only available to students enrolling using Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance funding (Army Credentialing Assistance, Air Force COOL, Coast Guard COOL) or Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) funding. Individuals interested who do not qualify for these fundings can check out our Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach program.
While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.

NASM Personal Trainer—Frequently Asked Questions

A National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Personal Trainer works with clients to evaluate fitness levels, set personal goals and develop customized training programs. They often work in gyms, fitness centers, or clients’ homes. NASM Personal Trainers are certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

The career outlook for NASM Personal Trainers is very positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 14%over the next ten years.

Salaries can range from $34,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on experience and location.

In the MedCerts online NASM Personal Trainer certification training course, you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:

Fundamental exercise science and human anatomy

Fitness assessment techniques and program design

Customized training strategies for various client needs

Proper exercise technique and injury prevention

Nutrition and lifestyle coaching principles

Client interaction and motivational skills

Business and professional development for personal trainers

The enrollment requirements include:

Suitable vision and hearing (normal or corrected)

Suitable psychomotor skills

Hand-eye coordination and finger agility

Ability to stand for an extended period

Current Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitated (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification prior to sitting for the exam.

Use of Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance funding (Army Credentialing Assistance, Air Force COOL, Coast Guard COOL). Individuals interested who do not qualify for this funding can check out our Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach program.

Tuition is competitively priced at $2,700. The cost includes all of your materials and exam fees.

Yes, payment plans are available as low as $234 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.

MedCerts provides financial aid options through government grant-funded programs like:

MyCAA

Army Credentialing Assistance

Coast Guard COOL

Air Force COOL

Workforce Funding (including WIOA)

The total program duration is 14 weeks.

The course is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.

Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.

The course includes expert-led video-based training, competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.

The MedCerts NASM Personal Trainer Certification program prepares students for industry certifications that are recognized in most states. However, this program is NOT available to residents of the following states: LA, ND, NV, OK, PA, RI, WI

This program is only available to students enrolling using Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance funding (Army Credentialing Assistance, Air Force COOL, Coast Guard COOL) or Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) funding.

Individuals interested who do not qualify for these funds can check out our NASM Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach program.

MedCerts’ programs, including the NASM Personal Trainer certification course, are designed to meet industry standards and are aligned with the requirements of certification bodies.

*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.