Earn a specialization from the ISSA, at home and on your schedule. A specialization provides you with a deeper expertise in specific populations (e.g., youth, seniors) or areas of interest (e.g. bodybuilding, group exercise). The ISSA offers many different specializations that allow you to become an expert in your desired interest areas so you can stand out in your field. We are constantly adding new specializations in an effort to provide you with ongoing educational opportunities.
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The ISSA offers many different specializations that allow you to become an expert in your desired interest areas so you can stand out in your field. We are constantly adding new specializations in an effort to provide you with ongoing educational opportunities.
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This distance education course covers training, recovery, motivation, and nutritional strategies to prepare the personal trainer to work with bodybuilders.
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreThe ISSA's Corrective Exercise Course will help you learn how to identify and correct the most common movement dysfunctions that you are likely to see in a wide range of clients.
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreAccording to the American Sports Data Company Inc., numerous employment opportunities are opening up in facilities for health & fitness professionals who have a...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreThis distance education course will show you how to use your knowledge and experience as an ISSA certified personal trainer to design and lead safe and effective group training sessions...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreDistinguish yourself apart from all other trainers. The DNA-Based Fitness Coach program unlocks the full potential of your clients by understanding how genetics play a role in program design. This provides greater accuracy and eliminates trial and error with clients — it's a game changer.
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreOnce enrolled, you will complete a online self-paced, interactive, multi-media training course. The online course takes approximately 30-60 minutes to complete...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreAs an ISSA Certified Nutritionist, you'll gain a deep understanding of the science behind nutrition. A Master's level course — without having to go back to school...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreBy the year 2030, the number of Americans over the age of 65 will grow to over 63 million. This group now constitutes the fastest growing segment of our population...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreISSA's Specialist in Sports Nutrition (SSN) program prepares personal trainers to expand their practices into the specialized area of sports nutrition. Trainers learn how to ...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreSports are big business-profitable for athletes and individuals who prepare athletes for competition. Professional and amateur athletes at all levels -- from grade-school club...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreAs a Transformation Specialist you will be armed with the skills and techniques required to truly coach and influence behavioral patterns as they relate to your clients physical, mental ...
Read More Enroll Now Learn MoreDr. Hugh D. Allen stated in USA Today that 30 million of today's youth will die of heart disease as adults. Additional health problems have all been linked to childhood...
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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
ISSA offers lessons of real-world cases and the insights of professionals.
Ilona Kinney
ISSA provides its students with relevant science in health-fitness-wellness information and strategies to succeed in our growing and competitive industry.
Clyde Mealy
ISSA provides a good educational platform to start a career as a fitness trainer.
Tessa Matus
I just finished my newest certification of Specialist in Exercise Therapy, and that ISSA was there to help me successfully pass the exam with confidence. I highly recommend the ISSA to fellow trainers, and to trainers, we hire for our studio!
Johnny Ryder
Having the backing of ISSA I feel confident that I am helping to change people's lives through fitness and I am very passionate about that! I am excited to meet new clients and help them start their fitness journeys.
Amy Manzanares
ISSA helped me transform my own life aside from teaching me how to help others.
Maria Luz Andrea Kjærnet
They have been tremendously supportive over the years and helped me to build a very profitable personal training practice!
Todd Kenney
The best part about ISSA, is when you call, you talk to a real person. They are quick to respond, answer all of your questions and help guide you to be successful.
Aftann Taijeron
When I received the course material it was more in-depth than I expected which was good! I knew I was being provided with all the knowledge I need to become the best trainer I can.
Jessica Moyle
I am now one step closer to my visions. I can't wait to get out there and help others. I highly recommend this course to individuals who are interested in becoming a certified personal trainer.
Suresh Chalapathi Kumar Babu
I was so overwhelmed at first but chatted with a master trainer on the website and they gave me some wonderful study tips that built my confidence back up. I actually finished a month early.
Evette Wrinkle
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
When it came to being a trainer there wasn't any sugar coating. It was laid out for what it is in the real world in what is to be expected of you as an ISSA professional.
Richard Petersen
Now, I can confidently provide them with knowledgeable fitness information that I have gained from my own fitness journey, and my training provided by ISSA.
Jon Allen
Study online or with the included hard-copy textbooks. With 1-2 hours of studying per day, most students finish in just 12 weeks. Feel free to study at your own pace - you have up to 12 months to complete the course
We offer multiple online practice quizzes throughout the course. Once you complete the quizzes, you'll gain access to the online final exam.
You read that correctly - the final exam is online, open-book, untimed, and can also be completed over multiple sessions! You can even go back and change any answer, at any time, before you submit your exam. If you don't pass the first time, we even allow you to re-take the exam.
Study your course materials anytime, anywhere
Phone support, a business guide, free trainer website after your exam, and continuing educational courses
Stay current with updated guides, workbooks, forums, labs & more
Up to 12 months to complete; most students finish in 10-12 weeks
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We offer the following options to level up your personal trainer career. Leveling up your career to become an industry expert, earn more per hour from gyms and clients and expand your knowledge to more specialized types of clients.
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The Certified Personal Trainer has the practical day-to-day skills needed to excel as a personal trainer serving the general public.
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LEVEL 2
The ISSA Fitness Coach not only has the skills and knowledge to be a personal trainer but also has completed a specialization in fitness or nutrition. As an ISSA Specialized Coach, you will be able to better support clients on their journey to achieving their goals, while you take your career to the next level.
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LEVEL 3
Take your career to the next level, increase your hourly rate with gyms and / or clients. An Elite Trainer has successfully completed the Certified Personal Trainer course, the Nutrition Certification course and has shown proficiency in a specific population or modality by completing any one of the following certifications:
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LEVEL 4
Become a leader in the fitness industry by becoming a Master Trainer. This best-in-class credential will not only earn you more money but will also help you stand out as a leader in personal training. In order to become a Master Trainer, you must complete your Certified Personal Trainer course, the Nutrition Certification course and complete any four of the following certifications:
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Recertification coursesThinking about becoming a Certified Personal Trainer or an ISSA Nutritionist? Get your Free Evaluation Kit today and take your first step towards making money doing what you are passionate about. The kit includes:
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