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Our curriculum is designed to give you both scientific knowledge and practical skills to excel as a personal trainer. The program covers everything from anatomy and nutrition to business skills.
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I like that I now can be a bridge for someone coming out of physical therapy and still needing a little more guidance! Great materials and guide sheets to help…
I recently completed the Specialist in Exercise Therapy course through ISSA, and I was very pleased with the experience. The material was well-structured, pract…
I feel the Exercise Therapy course is the perfect fit to go with the Certified Personal Trainer course and the Certified Strength and Conditioning course. They…
Very informative. I took the class for my wife whom had a knee injury 2 yrs ago, and my mom which has osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. It will help me fig…
I like that I now can be a bridge for someone coming out of physical therapy and still needing a little more guidance! Great materials and guide sheets to help…
I recently completed the Specialist in Exercise Therapy course through ISSA, and I was very pleased with the experience. The material was well-structured, pract…
I feel the Exercise Therapy course is the perfect fit to go with the Certified Personal Trainer course and the Certified Strength and Conditioning course. They…
Very informative. I took the class for my wife whom had a knee injury 2 yrs ago, and my mom which has osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. It will help me fig…
With ISSA, you can become a certified personal trainer in as little as 3 months, although the timeline is flexible since our programs are self-paced. Many students complete their certification while maintaining their current jobs or other responsibilities.
ISSA stands out with the #1 Job Guarantee in the industry and our flexible online learning platform. In our Certified Personal Training course, you also have the option to add live sessions to better support your learning. Most importantly - ISSA's certification is recognized worldwide by top fitness employers.
With an ISSA certification, you can pursue a variety of career paths in personal training, group fitness, and nutrition coaching. Our certification is recognized by over 10,000 gyms nationwide, giving you access to a wide network of potential employers as you advance in your fitness career. Plus, our job guarantee provides extra confidence in your ability to succeed.
ISSA’s Job Guarantee ensures graduates who successfully complete the CPT, NBHWC-approved Pathway and Yoga 200 programs will land a job within 6 months of certification—or they get their money back. The program includes career support and access to a network of over 10,000 gym partners actively hiring trainers.
Absolutely! ISSA’s programs are designed with support systems in place to help you succeed. Our courses support a variety of learning styles through a mix of videos and readings. Plus, we include practice quizzes, and some courses include live study groups, so you can confidently prepare for the certification exam.
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