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Certified Personal Trainer - Fast Track Program
This program lets you achieve your dreams of becoming a certified personal trainer in little as 4 weeks.
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This program includes all the features and benefits of the self-guided study as well as these bonus items.
Fast Track accelerated exam preparation
Fast Track is like your 'answer key' to pass the exam. Study fast, get certified and start your new career.
Fitness Genius live scheduled help
Everyone could use a little help. Get your own 'Fitness Genius' for personal training questions. Schedule time convenient for you with ISSA experts for the individualized attention you deserve and can't get anywhere else.
Pass Protection of unlimited free retests
Take it 'til you make it. Unlimited retests and unlimited study help.
Which Personal Training Certification Program is right for you?
Whether you are considering a full-time career or looking to supplement your current income doing what you love, our comprehensive at-home online course teaches you everything you need to become a successful Certified Personal Trainer.
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Fast Track
$2,294
$999
$83.25/mo
(12-month plan)
4 weeks or less of intensive certification preparation
Includes everything from the Self Guided Study Program plus
Top 5 Reasons to Become a Certified Personal Trainer
- Be your own boss
- Set your own schedule
- Do work you are passionate about
- Make money in a positive way
- Create financial freedom
What You'll Learn From This Course
With course material that is continually updated with the most accurate and up-to-date information available, you'll learn the practical day-to-day skills you need to become a great personal trainer.
- Describe the musculoskeletal system, body mechanics, and body musculature in relation to exercise and movement.
- Describe the primary concepts of human physiology at rest and during exercise. Administer assessments related to health, fitness, nutrition, and weight management.
- Design a program that is customized according to the results of a client's individual health and fitness assessment(s).
- Incorporate the correct anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and body mechanic terminology when communicating with clients.
- Instruct clients on the integration of a healthy lifestyle through exercise and proper nutrition. Monitor client progress toward program goals.
- Explain the fundamental principles of anatomy & physiology.
- Describe the basic principles of nutrition and how they relate to health and exercise programs. Apply the accepted industry standards for exercise safety.
- Apply the basic principles of human motivation and coaching techniques to encourage clients. Describe the fundamentals of injury prevention.
- Describe health and fitness program modifications for special populations.
- Recognize the situations that require professional input outside of trainer scope of practice.
- Conduct his or her self according to the Trainer Code of Ethics.
Accredited Exams
As a bonus, we will include a FREE NCCPT NCCA Accredited Exam in every ISSA Certified Personal Trainer - Fast Track Program course purchase. The FREE NCCPT NCCA Accredited Exam will not appear in your cart, but will be automatically added to your Learning Management System after purchase.
This is separate from the ISSA Online Final Exam* whereas the NCCPT NCCA is a proctored exam.
Purchase of ISSA test-prep materials is not an eligibility requirement for the certification exam nor does it guarantee a passing score.
To purchase the NCCPT exam separately, click here.
* Only Applies to ISSA Exams
What You'll Get With This Course
Online Course Textbook
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Practice Exam and Section Quizzes
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Audio Lectures and Written Lecture Notes
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Online Study Guide and Workbook
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Online Exercise Lab
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Online Student Forum
Plus Bonus Support After Your Exam...
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Free Professional Website
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Unlimited Educational Support
What Our Students Say About Us
We're honored to have outstanding reviews from our graduates who can attest to the power of our courses. Here are some of their inspiring stories:
Hear how ISSA has helped students like you
I was extremely impressed with the overall course and materials ISSA provided; now ISSA has truly prepared me for my future as a personal trainer!
Carolyn Ansel
The education I received will put me above my competition and has provided me to the tools to helps other meet their personal fitness goals.
Pilar Roberts
I say this as a current high school Teacher and Coach. They truly educate you on the various topics regarding human health and physiology and the way it responds to exercise and diet.
Skyler Henson
I just completed the Bodybuilding Course through the ISSA. Josh Bryant, the author, is a well-known strength coach and strength athlete. He delivers a course that provides plenty of time-tested bodybuilding methods mixed with modern application.
Nathaniel Mosher
With ISSA guidance and textbooks, I have upgraded my knowledge to another level and I feel this by seeing big changes in my clients & myself!
Yavor Varbanov
ISSA offers lessons of real-world cases and the insights of professionals.
Ilona Kinney
I feel I can give my best to my clients and continue to further my education so I can give them the most up to date and relevant information.
Lundyn Wyllie
ISSA is number one in my book, and I would highly, highly suggest anyone interested in this career field GO WITH ISSA!
Aaron Barnes
The knowledge that I received has been extremely helpful in my own weight loss journey where I have lost more than 100 lbs.
Antione Robinson
This Strength and Conditioning Certification from ISSA gave me the opportunity to expand my knowledge in strength and conditioning, whether it be in the gym or outside on the field or court, with a team or an individual.
Gabriela Cumberbatch
The ISSA certified personal trainer program is the best experience of my life.
Yudishteer Seewooruttun
I'm so happy and proud that I chose this institute for my study to the CFT because their material gave me a lot of information and experience that I didn't know it before.
Ali Al-Noori
MONEY BACK RISK FREE JOB PROMISE*
You Will Find a Job as a Certified Personal Trainer or You'll Get Your Money Back
We promise you'll find a job as a personal trainer or we'll give you a no-hassle, full refund. Here's all you need to do:
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You complete the course and earn your ISSA certification
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You meet the gym's basic requirements
(background check, drug test, available to work in the USA)
That's it. You'll get a job. And we can even help you find one. Partner gyms also post jobs for ISSA graduates on our Student Portal, including:
* only available in the continental US
Purchase of ISSA training materials is not an eligibility requirement to take the accredited exam nor does it imply a passing score.
