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Become an ISSA Fitness Coach
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What's inside the ISSA Fitness Coach
A complete package: the Certified Personal Trainer course plus a specialization of your choice, backed by real support the whole way.
Full online course
The full CPT course with Live Learning, a searchable digital textbook, and a specialization course of your choice to help you stand out.
Built-in exam prep
Practice quizzes, study guides, and live weekly coaching sessions walk you toward the exam so nothing catches you off guard.
NCCA-accredited exam option
Choose the open-book ISSA exam or the proctored NCCA-accredited exam through NCCPT, the recognized industry standard.
Free coach website
Launch a professional website and use ready-made client forms, waivers, and templates to start booking clients right away.
Support until you pass
Reach a real support team, join live Q&A, and connect with the ISSA community whenever a question comes up.
0% payment plans
Flexible monthly payments make it easy to start. No interest and no credit check required. Full details are in your kit.
Why choose ISSA over the rest
Certifying coaches and trainers since 1988, with a guarantee most certifications simply do not offer.
A real money-back Job Guarantee
Get certified and hired, or your money back. Most major certifications offer no guarantee at all. ISSA is backed by 10,000+ hiring partners.
One price, exam included
Your accredited exam option is included, not sold as a separate add-on. Clear pricing with 0% financing available.
Study 100% online, on your schedule
No classroom and no commute. Take the exam from home and certify in as little as 3 months.
Room to grow your career
Add more of 25+ ISSA specializations later and keep earning more as you grow your coaching career.
The #1 Job Guarantee in the industry
Get certified and get hired, or your money back. Meet the Job Guarantee requirements — pass your NCCA-accredited NCCPT exam and CPR/AED, actively participate in ISSA Career Connect, and complete a documented job search with at least three qualifying employers within six months of finishing your credentialing — and if you're not hired, ISSA refunds the full price you paid, less any discounts. ISSA provides structured career support and employer connections, not job placement. Full eligibility in the Job Guarantee terms.
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