International Sports Sciences Association

The World Leader in Fitness Education

ISSA prepares you for a career as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Professional in as little as 4 weeks - all online.

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Design your fitness career around the type of clients you want to work with.

20+ Certification Courses to Choose From

As an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer you'll be ready to work one-on-one with individuals and help them meet their personal fitness goals. Train clients in person at the gym or virtually as an Online Coach, the choice is yours when you begin your Personal Training Career with ISSA.

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Nutrition

You know the path to success for your clients is through diet and exercise. That's why adding an ISSA Nutritionist course is the best next step to helping your clients and growing your training business. Combine the benefits of both certifications as a Certified Fitness and Nutrition Coach.

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Specializations

Tailor your training education around a specialized area of interest like Strength and Conditioning or Group Fitness. Or target specific populations like youths and seniors. ISSA offers 20+ specializations so you can become an expert and can stand out in your field.

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CPR Certification

Before you can become ISSA Certified you'll need to become CPR Certified. And just like all ISSA Certification courses you can take this course online from the comforts of your home.

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IS ISSA CERTIFICATION RIGHT FOR YOU?

You don't need a college degree, have to look a certain way or have any prior experience as a trainer to become ISSA Certified. We're here to help you make the leap from wherever you are to your dream career as a fitness professional.

Your Student Success Coach is specifically dedicated to YOUR success. That's why ISSA students have the highest completion rates and passing test scores of any of the top fitness education certification courses. No matter where you live you can study online in your spare time with the help of your Student Success Coach - who's available to you around the clock.

WE BELIEVE IN YOU even if you don't yet. And we're here to help support you even after you're ISSA Certified. With continuing education and specialization courses to help enhance your knowledge and success as a fitness professional.

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Who is ISSA?

The International Sports Sciences Association was founded in 1988 by a team of leading fitness experts and exercise scientists. ISSA has taught over 300,000 students and trainers in 143 countries and is now recognized as the world leader in fitness education and certification. ISSA acts as a teaching institution for personal trainers, athletic trainers, coaches, physicians, chiropractors, physical therapists, and professionals in every field of health care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ISSA accredited?

ISSA offers five accredited Exams; Certified Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor, Group Exercise Instructor and Strengh Training Specialist.

How long does it take to complete the program?

The Certified Personal Trainer program can be completed in as little as four weeks with the Fast Track program. Most students take 12 weeks to complete self guided study track and you have up to two years from the date of purchase to complete your certification exam.

Where can I work with this certificate?

As an ISSA Certified trainer you can work in gyms, independently, or online. The ISSA Certification is accepted at most francise gyms in the United States.

When do I get my physical certificate?

Your certificate will be mailed to you within 7-10 business days after passing your certification exam.

How many questions are on the final exam?

ISSA Certified Personal Trainer exam has 200 Multiple choice questions.

What are the requirements to enroll?

18 years of age or older. To take your exam you'll also need proof of CPR/AED certification.

Can I take the program even if I live internationally?

Yes! There are ISSA Certified trainers in 134 countries around the globe.

Do I have to go through a credit check?

No. Everyone is 100% approved with no credit checks.

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Become known as the fitness expert in your city or niche

PLAN YOUR PATH TO BECOMING AN ISSA MASTER TRAINER.

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Watch your income grow by an average of +$4,000 per year, for each additional specialized certification you hold.

CERTIFIED TRAINER

ANY ISSA Certification Course

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FITNESS COACH

Certified Personal Trainer
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ELITE TRAINER

Certified Personal Trainer
Nutritionist
One Specialization Course

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Certified Personal Trainer
Nutritionist
Four Specialization Courses

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"Customer service was exceptional. Course material carefully put together which makes it easy to understand. I'd definitely recommend ISSA to anyone interested in pursuing Personal Training Certification or even just for your own knowledge."

"This was the best experience! I was able to take all of my quizzes and even the final exam at home online. This program made it easy for me to care for my newborn and still get all of my work done each day."

"ISSA staff was incredibly helpful. I had a crisis going on and lost my job, all the staff responded so quickly. NASM always had at least a 20 minute wait on the phone, with ISSA, a nice operator answers and transfers me right away to the right person to help. I will DEFINITELY get more certs and would DEFINITELY recommend you."

"This is the fifth certification I have completed through ISSA and am looking forward to the next! I am very happy with the amount of time available for me to complete my studies as I have a very busy schedule. My Success Coach is always at the ready for any questions I may have and the online lectures are a great help."

"The amount of knowledge given by ISSA's text and faculty was phenomenal. I truly feel I have been given the tools to be a successful Personal Trainer, and I believe I was expected to demonstrate them during the class in a way that will prepare me for future clients. I am fully satisfied and excited to have completed Certified Personal Trainer with ISSA."