FAQs: Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach Online Certification Training
A personal trainer and nutrition coach helps clients improve their fitness and dietary habits. Personal trainers design and monitor customized exercise programs in gyms or clients’ homes, while nutrition coaches educate on healthy eating and behavior change strategies. Together, these roles enhance a trainer’s ability to offer comprehensive health and wellness guidance, increasing their value and effectiveness in meeting clients’ overall fitness and nutritional needs.
The job outlook for personal trainers and nutrition coaches is very positive, with employment projected to grow 14 percent from 2022 to 2032, which is much faster than the average for all occupations
The average starting salary for a personal trainer and nutrition coach is $38,000. Experienced certified personal trainers have the career potential to earn up to $78,936 or more. Salaries can vary based on location, experience, and the specific setting in which they work.
To become a Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach, you will need a high school diploma or equivalent and specialized training through an institution such as MedCerts. Additionally, you must be CPR and AED certified. Then, you’ll be eligible to attempt the CPT and CNC certifications you need to start your career.
In the MedCerts Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach program, you will learn:
- Medical Terminology, Disease Processes, Anatomy and Physiology
- Soft Skill Expectations of an Allied Healthcare Professional
- Varied Health and Fitness Topics – Including Nutrition, Program Design, Human Movement Science, and Fitness Assessments
To enroll in the MedCerts Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach program, you will need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment. Additionally, this program requires suitable vision and hearing (normal or corrected), suitable psychomotor skills, hand-eye coordination & finger agility, and the ability to stand for extended periods.
The cost of the program is $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and certification exam fees for the CPT and CNC examinations.
MedCerts offers various payment options for the Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach program, including monthly payments as low as $346 or the option to utilize government grant funding.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
The Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach program is 18 weeks if completing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.
MedCerts’ certification programs are fully online and designed for remote learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace. The instructional design incorporates interactive elements, simulations and expert instruction. Required courses for this program include Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology and Professionalism in Allied Health.
MedCerts includes exam fees and preparation materials in the program cost. The courses are designed to prepare students to earn their Certified Personal Trainer Certification (CPT) and Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) certifications. Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.
The program includes expert-led video training, eBooks and competency assessments. MedCerts-covered materials also include the cost of the national certification exams. Students get access to additional services like dedicated advisors and tailored support as well.
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.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certification you’ll earn in this program is accredited through the exam-issuing authority, National Academy of Sports Medicine. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
Yes, 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.
