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Personal Trainer Certification

New Expanded Curriculum - Greater Focus on Practical Skills! Now accredited by NCCA! Join the fastest growing segment in the fitness industry. The 2-day NETA Personal Trainer Certification includes 14 hours of lecture, demonstrations and practical, hands-on applications. This extensive workshop is designed for people with some fitness experience.

Includes:

    NCCA Accredited
  • Exercise Science Refresher
  • Health & Fitness Assessments
  • Exercise Programming For Healthy Adults
  • Exposure to Cardiovascular & Strength Training Equipment
  • Dynamics of Communication & Leadership Skills
  • Written Exam & National Certification (Valid for 2 years.)

Note: NETA does not require one to attend a workshop or to purchase NETA study materials to be eligible to take the Personal Trainer Certification exam. Exam only options are available at Comira Testing Centers with over 500 locations across the US.

Fees

Early Bird* $369
Standard $399
On-site $409
*Early bird discount if you register 30 days prior to workshop

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Times Saturday: Check-in @ 7:45 am, Workshop @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: Workshop @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
End times may vary depending on class size.
Credits 14 NETA (if NETA Group Fitness Certified), 11 AFAA
Materials

Recommended NETA FITNESS PROFESSIONAL'S MANUAL
Order and study the materials 30 days in advance.
This complete guide is essential to prepare you for the Personal Trainer Certification. Comprehensive, yet user-friendly, this manual includes everything you need to know to pass the certification exam: Anatomy, Kinesiology, Physiology, Exercise Programming, Health & Fitness Assessments, Nutrition – and more. Nearly 300 pages. Item #125 $45.00
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Recommended PERSONAL TRAINER STUDY GUIDE & PRACTICE EXAM More than 100 activities including the Personal Trainer Practice Test ($10 value), labeling muscle and bones, matching, fill-in-the-blank and math problems designed to help you master the material in the NETA Fitness Professional's Manual. This is an excellent tool to prepare for the Personal Trainer workshop and certification exam. Item #16 $25.00
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Recommended PERSONAL TRAINER PRACTICE EXAM 50 Questions. Item #15 $10.00
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Recommended EXERCISE SCIENCE HOME STUDY COURSE Item #966 $39.00
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NETA-PTCB
- Candidate Handbook (PDF)
- Policies & Procedures (PDF)
- Practice Analysis Development & Validation (PDF)
- Examination Technical Report (PDF)
- Re-certification Handbook (PDF)
- Summary of Certification Activities (PDF)
- NCCA Certificate accrediting NETA (PDF)

Prerequisite Proof of current CPR or provide proof after exam to receive certificate.
 
Test Only
Options

Register for the Test Only. Available at Comira testing Centers' 500 lcoations across the U.S. For details, call 1-800-237-6242. Does not include workshop.

Personal Trainer Certification Test Only
Item #899 $249

NETA is an affiliate of the National Board of Fitness Examiners providing you with preparation for NBFE's Personal Training Exam.

Personal Trainer Study Guide (PDF)

Cancellation and Refund Policy

For more information, see FAQs on Getting Certified.  

Personal Trainer Exam Prep DVD Set
> New! Personal Trainer Exam Prep DVD Set
NETA's popular Personal Trainer workshop is now available in the comfort of your own home. Available in the NETA Store.

 

NEW! NETA’s 5 day NCCA accredited personal trainer certification
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> Test Only Option

Test only option at over 500 testing centers nation-wide. For details, call 1-800-237-6242.

 
NETA's Personal Trainer Certification is now  accredited by NCCA!
 
IDEA PFT Approved
 

NETA is nationally recognized and a proud member of the following professional standards organizations:

NBFE

IHRSA

NOCA

NCCA Accredited Program