Personal Trainer Certificate
ashvicfran
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So, I have been seriously considering taking the test and becoming a personal trainer. Does anyone have any tips, ideas or suggestions on the topic. The internet has loads of information, its hard to even decide which institution to go through. 
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National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and American Council on Exercise (ACE) are the most widely recognized and accepted certifications. I would look around at the gyms or studios near your house and see what they prefer - basically scope out your potential future employers! I obtained my certification from NASM and it was a very positive experience. I've also heard that NASM is the most rigorous, but I'm not sure if that is true since I have not seen the other programs.0
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In addition to NASM and ACE, ACSM is another big one. All three are great. NASM is more sports oriented, while ACSM is more geared toward special populations.0
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Checkout the NCCA website, http://www.credentialingexcellence.org/p/cm/ld/fid=121
and check out ACE, seems they don't mind sharing competitor information!
http://www.acefitness.org/fitness-certifications/personal-trainer-certification/comparison.aspx0 -
bump, im interested in this too!0
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