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ISSA-CPT Certification Examination
Certification Program Mission Statement
The ISSA believes that the health and fitness of our society can be significantly improved by the success of our certified personal professionals. Our efforts to stem the tide of poor health and physical decline multiplies exponentially as our certified professionals disseminate the ISSA principles and methods to their clients, peers and associates. Our mission is to inspire our certified personal trainers to positively impact the quality of life of each individual with whom they come in contact.
ISSA is unconditionally committed to providing quality certification programs for competent practice in the heath, sports and fitness specialty, advancing the fitness industry as a whole, and developing greater access to career opportunities for those who share our vision of creating a stronger, healthier world.
ISSA Certification Board
The ISSA Certification Board is solely responsible for all essential decisions related to the development, administration, scoring, and ongoing maintenance of the certification programs. While the Board may delegate ongoing program operations to employees or consultants as needed, these areas of policy level decision-making responsibility may not be subcontracted to any other organization or entity.
Board Members
- Mary Anna Kittredge - Public Member
- Michael Yessis - Highest Ranking Member
- Brian Theiss
- Bobby Rollins
- Erik Wilkins
- Obi Obadike
- Lauren Brooks
- Jason Pierce
- Jennifer Khosla
Exam Purchase Information
If you would like to be among the first to know when the ISSA-CPT Certification Exam is available, click here. The cost for the exam will be $599.
Certification Resources
- ISSA Job Analysis Report
- ISSA Exam Information
- ISSA Certification Candidate Handbook
- ISSA Special Accommodations Request Form
- ISSA Age Waiver Form
Non-Discrimination Policy
In accordance with federal and state laws, the ISSA and testing partner ISO Quality Testing, Inc. (ISO) does not discriminate among individuals based on color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
As of August 1st, 2019 767 candidates took the exam and there was a pass rate of 79.3%, resulting in 608 successfully passed Certified Personal Trainers.
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The ISSA has not only helped me to become a better athlete and aspiring trainer but more importantly a better person.
Jesse Scheide
ISSA's course material was extremely detail orientated and covered every aspect of becoming a personal trainer.
Andrew Presnell
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As the coursework progressed I began seeing my clients through a different perspective and i firmly believe that ISSA is responsible to give me this sense of professionalism and belonging!
Danees Kazi
I was Impress with the high level of clarity of the material and the lectures.
Taneisha Jarrett
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
The program is organized, well-priced, and super informative. It took me only four months to complete my certification.
Michelle Rossi
Partnering with ISSA has been a vital part of The Camp’s success
Erick Salgado
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
If I had questions, comments or concerns, I would call and the staff was so very helpful, I was in shock of how much support I got!
Malaika Jacocks
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
Thanks for the knowledge and opportunities to now do what I love to do.
Cotillion Grant
The option to study at your own pace and test whenever it is convenient for you makes this course that much better than the rest!
Robert Aiken
ISSA has taught me how to adapt various teaching methods to suit clients learning needs, allowing me to create healthy environments for teaching.
Beata Hughes
Not only are the certifications able to teach me high quality content but they also teach me real world applications.
Mario Medina
Purchase of preparation materials is not required in order to become eligible to sit for the certification examination, and does not guarantee a passing score on the exam.
