HF 3100
NASM Personal Trainer
This comprehensive certification program prepares you for entry into the growing and rewarding fields of fitness.
Program Overview
Certifications earned
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.
- 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
What You’ll Learn – HF 3100 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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Program Details
- 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.
- Expert-led video based training
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
*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.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Career Outlook
NASM Personal Trainer
Job Opportunities
openings in the US
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Tuition Cost
NASM Personal Trainer Training Online
- Interest rates from 0-12%
Active Duty Military Grants
MedCerts accepts education benefits from the Department of Defense for Active Duty Army, Coast Guard and Air Force.
Military Spouse Grants
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members in certain ranks may be eligible for assistance up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Workforce Grants
MedCerts partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.
FAQs
NASM Personal Trainer Certification Training Program—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:
The total program duration is 14 weeks.
The program 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 program includes expert-led video-based training, competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
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.
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.
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, NASM. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
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.
