Become a Certified Personal Trainer
Start your new career as a fitness professional with a globally recognize Personal Trainer Certification
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* 20 Credits *
International Credits of the Course
All courses are officially approved and accredited by ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association, a USA-based organization), one of the most recognized and respected fitness certification bodies worldwide.
ISSA certifications are internationally recognized and accepted in the United States, Canada, the European Union, Australia, and many other countries, making them a valuable credential for fitness professionals seeking to expand their careers globally.
This globally recognized certification enables fitness professionals to access international job opportunities, work with elite clients, and enhance their expertise in the fitness industry.
With ISSA’s strong reputation in science-based fitness education, graduates of this course will gain the knowledge and credentials needed to work in gyms, personal training studios, rehabilitation centers, and sports teams worldwide.
How It Works
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Study at your own pace
Use your dedicated Success Coach for study help
Take chapter quizzes to see your progress
Pass the open-book, untimed Final Exam from anywhere!
What’s Included
ISSA’s Certified Personal Trainer program covers:
How to motivate anyone to make their fitness goals a reality
In-depth knowledge of the body’s muscle and skeletal structure
How to assess and build custom training programs
How to help clients get stronger with less pain or injury
How to pinpoint what exercise is most effective for each movement
Details of how diet and exercise work together to transform people’s lives
The deeper answers to help go beyond “workout more” and “eat better”
COURSE CONTENTS
Section One: Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 1: Metabolism
Unit 2: Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 3: Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Physiology
Section Two: Kinesiology and Biomechanics
Kinesiology and Biomechanics
Unit 4: Kinesiology of Exercise
Unit 5: Biomechanics of Exercise
Unit 6: Musculoskeletal Deviations
Unit 7: Muscle Mechanics
Section Three: Health and Physical Fitness
Health and Physical Fitness
Unit 8: Strength
Unit 9: Cardiovascular Training
Unit 10: Flexibility Training
Unit 11: Body Composition
Section Four: Program Development
Program Development
Unit 12: Drawing-in Phase
Unit 13: Basic Assessment of Fitness Participants
Unit 14: Training Principles
Unit 15: Periodization
Unit 16: Determining Training Loads
Section Five: Nutrition
Nutrition
Unit 17: The Big Picture of Nutrition
Unit 18: Nutrition and Physiology
Unit 19: Nutritional Science
Unit 20: Nutritional Coaching
Section Six: Fitness For All
Fitness For All
Unit 21: Exercise and Older Adults
Unit 22: Exercise and Adaptive Fitness
Unit 23: Exercise and Our Youth
Unit 24: Exercise and Hypertension
Unit 25: Exercise and Diabetes
Unit 26: Exercise and Arthritis
Unit 27: Exercise and Coronary Heart Disease
Unit 28: Exercise and Pregnancy
Unit 29: Exercise and Asthma
Unit 30: Sports Medicine in the Trenches
Unit 31: Basic First Aid
Premium Resources and Expert Support
Online Textbook
Online Textbook
Your primary online (or optional physical) text book is the 715-page Foundations and Applications for a Certified Personal Trainer. You’ll get the latest in exercise science brought to life through interactive and engaging study materials.
Online Practice Quizzes
Online Practice Quizzes
Check your progress along the way with quizzes that don’t affect your exam score. Easily see the topics to focus on so you are sure to pass the exam!
Audio and Video Lecture Options
Audio and Video Lecture Options
However you like to study and learn – we’ve got your covered. Your course lectures are available for review anytime and anywhere you like in both audio and video.
Online Workbook
Online Workbook
Master the detailed knowledge you need to pass the final exam chapter by chapter including proper form and technique with easy-to-follow videos.
Online Student Forum
Online Student Forum
ISSA Master Trainers are online and ready for your questions anytime. Post your questions and receive guidance from both our on-staff personal training experts and the worldwide ISSA community.
Purpose Driven Training Model
Purpose Driven Training Model
Dominate your career. The ISSA Purpose-Driven Training Model is a great starting point for new trainers looking to make a real impact on the lives of their clients. This model focuses on creating customized workouts tailored to each individual’s unique needs and goals. By going through the various steps of the model, you’ll learn how to properly assess your clients, design effective training programs, and guide them toward complete wellness.
COURSE AUDIENCE
for whom this course can be useful
Adults interested in a career as personal trainers in the health and fitness industry.
Individuals seeking to enhance their skills in planning, delivering, and supervising individualized exercise programs.
Those looking to obtain reputable certifications to boost their professional credibility.
People aiming to improve their client communication and service delivery skills.
Individuals motivated to help clients achieve positive behavior changes and fitness goals.
Become a Certified Personal Trainer
Start your new career as a fitness professional with a globally recognize Personal Trainer Certification