NFPT Personal Trainer Certification : In-Home Study Method

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Home Study - $450

The NFPT-CPT credential is amongst the most recognized, Studying at Home nationally and internationally, with processes for obtaining certification that are unique to the NFPT program. NFPT is NCCA Accredited and Approved by the American Council on Education (ACE) and is recognized by thousands of community colleges for 3 college credits.

Download all NFPT course material at no charge
NFPT allows access to all education material prior to enrollment. This material also includes the exam outline which provides a break down of all exam topics.

Core Providers
Upon enrollment, you'll receive all education material to include a letter listing test sites closest to you with contact information for setting your appointment. NFPT has over 300 professional testing sites across the country for your convenience.

No set test dates
You will be provided with all contact information for your closest test site and will call to make your appointment. The NFPT exam may be taken by the traditional paper/pencil or a computer based test method. If a location does not exist near you, a credentialed teacher can also proctor the exam.

Know your test results the same day
Take the NFPT exam by the Computer Based Test (CBT) method and you will receive a print-out of your results minutes after taking your exam.

Renewal and Certification Maintenance is amongst the most affordable in the industry: Continuing Education Credits (CECs) are required for renewal eligibility with any accredited organization, but with NFPT these credits are maintained at no charge and the annual renewal fee of $85 is much lower than the respected comparison.

Additional Resources and Benefits
A number of different resources and opportunities for exposure and support are provided to the NFPT certified trainer. From Professional Liability Insurance to Specialty Courses and Personal Trainer Software, NFPT knows what types of extended opportunities and resources are needed to grow your personal trainer career!

Complimentary IDEA eMembership

IDEA IDEA is the leading Personal Trainer membership association in the industry. IDEA offers services that compliment the knowledge of, and also provides the appropriate resources to, the serious personal trainer. IDEA Fitness Journal and other educational resources are made available through this eMembership, for a complimentary 6 month period upon NFPT certification.

Discounted Liability Insurance

The NFPT has secured discounted rates through Fitness and Wellness Insurance to assure your Personal Trainer liability coverage at minimal cost.

Personal Trainer Database listing

The NFPT database is the most frequented page on our site and we intend to continue to market it to wellness facilities, health clubs, and personal training clients as the best tool for recruiting local NFPT Certified Personal Trainers.

Personal Trainer Today Online Magazine and Social Network

Personal Trainer Today.com Provides on-going education and facilitates NFPT’s free Continuing Education Credit (CEC) requirement. This e-publication is published monthly and provides the latest in health and fitness industry resource and trends. Subscribe now!

Client Screening Software and Exercise Movement Animations

Software and Exercise Movement Animations Software for fast and effective client screening is provided with your exam prep tools and is located on the NFPT CD. This software provides accurate goal oriented nutrition & fitness prescriptions in minutes! State-of-the-art video demonstrations of properly performed exercise movements are also available.

Online Demo

Benefits for college students and military personnel
The NFPT-CPT credential has been approved by the American Council on Education which recommends 3 credit hours to thousands of participating colleges upon successful completion of the NFPT Certification exam. The NFPT course has also been approved for Tuition Assistance and GI Bill reimbursement.

Just the Facts
Program cost	$450
Education materials cost	Free if downloaded, $35 if ordered in print
time to test	1 Year from enrollment
Testing schedule	You set your test date
Results	Same day
Renewal Requirements	2 Continuing Credits (CEC) / year and $85
CEC Cost Thru NFPT	FREE
Testing Fee	$44