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Documents and Resources

NFPT Study and Reference Manual
The primary source for exam preparation, this manual offers complete guidelines for safe and effective fitness trainer services and teaches fundamental exercise science concepts in a refreshingly comprehensive way. These manuals may be purchased at cost for re-sale through campus bookstores. Also available En Español.

NFPT Certification Study Guide
A supplement to the Study and Reference Manual, this guide includes worksheets, quizzes, and chapter summaries to better facilitate the understanding of fundamental exercise science concepts.

College Course Outline
This outline provides a syllabus for your instructor/students to follow through the 8 week preparation period. (course length may be altered to meet school needs.)

Exam Criteria
This document provides percentage breakdowns of exam related subject matter for a better understanding of exam expectations.