Whats the best online personal training certification you can get?

[XtremeAdventures]

Have not seen IFPA mentioned. Another place to get a cert where you dont have to actually show up. Friend took it, saw her books and videos, bascially the same information you can find on here or with any research online. But why would anyone want one of these types of certs?

 

[caligirl]

Have not seen IFPA mentioned. Another place to get a cert where you dont have to actually show up. Friend took it, saw her books and videos, bascially the same information you can find on here or with any research online. But why would anyone want one of these types of certs?

Because, if you know your shit and have experience, it does not matter who you are certified by. I know many excellent, experienced trainers who are fed up with shelling out hundreds, and in some cases thousands for CEU's and renewal fees. It's a scam. One time certs are a god send for some, and some just stopped renewing. You dont need a cert to obtain insurance, it only makes it about 50 bucks cheaper.

 

[DrMongo]

define "best"......... The most info? most comprehensive? easiest? fastest? most respected? what?
and what do you mean by "some certs"? you only need one certification to get insurance.

Hi, there are only 4 certs that are accredited. This is a rather new thing for the certs to gain more credibility. NFPT, ACSM, NASM, and I think AFAA or ACE. These are the one's that have the most credibility.
I've seen alot of change in my 25+ years in the industry and I must say with all the certs out there ...... remember one thing. A piece of paper does not make a trainer, it comes from years of working with clients. that is the only way to make a name for yourself.

Good luck
If you go with NFPT, tell them Dr.Blaze sent you

 

[Miss Kittie]

Ive been looking into this as something to help me get through grad school, but i dont wanna waste the money on a shitty certificate,any suggestions as to what the best certification i could get while not having it be my major/degree?

I'm getting mine through American Fitness Professionals and Associates

 

[shortspanishguy]

I attend Towson University here in Maryland and my major is exercise physiology.

All of the doctors who have taught me have said the only associations they find credible are the ACSM and the NSCA.

They made comments like "Don't waste your time with anything else"

and

"Anything but ACSM and NSCA are bullshit" - my favorite.

 

[glock40_1979]

NSCA more for strength and athletes and ACSM more for the general public....
Following behind the NSCA and the ACSM I believe are ACE and NASM anything else is most likely bullshiat... Now you go to ask why the ACSM and NSCA are the best on the market? These two organizations are both non- profit while these other certifications are out for your money... What does the NSCA and ACSM do with their money? They are the leaders in exercise and sport research... Ever heard of the Journal of Strength and Conditioning, Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews ,or the Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise journal. They are the ones that fund research for colleges and exercise scientist to revolutionize the industry.Look in the back of any Exercise Physiology textbook or any college textbook related to exercise and youll see what I mean. So why would you want another certification other than these two? Just my opinion...

 

[jpt]

anyone ever heard of npti? i checked into it a few weeks ago....it was like 4k for everything....it was insane!

 

[bignate73]

anyone ever heard of npti? i checked into it a few weeks ago....it was like 4k for everything....it was insane!

then don't waste your time. the aforementioned reputable certifications shouldnt run you more than $400.

 

[jpt]

then don't waste your time. the aforementioned reputable certifications shouldnt run you more than $400.

yeah i agree....i think the only difference is that they do hands on teaching....like 300 classroom hours and 50 hours in the gym.

 

[AF PROSPECT]

THERE IS NO BEST!!! EACH EMPLOYER/GYM/HEALTH SPA MAY ONLY ACCEPT A CERTAIN CERTIFICATION. TO SAY THAT ALL THE OTHERS ARE SHIT IF A FUCKIN JOKE.

Saying that "xxxxx" or "xxxxx" is the only one worth your while is so ridiculous. NPTI is very expensive, but there is no second to the hands on learning they offer.

Trust me, a specific certification will not make you a good trainer. The cert. battle is just a gay little childrens game. I have yet to have a client say....Oh, you are certified by "-----" I heard they suck.

Learning to be a safe and knowledgeable trainer is the only thing that matters. Also, if you don't have EXCELLENT people skills you will not make it.