Once you register, the course is loaded on your nasm.org account.

Learning is interactive, with followup questions after each section to keep you on track.

Once you complete studying, you can start using practice exams for unlimited times. 

You have 3 trials for your final exam. Passing score is from 70%.

The exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions.

Become a Certified Personal Trainer from the world’s most trusted source of fitness training. NASM is a distinguished name that will stand out to employers, help launch your fitness career, and grow your earning potential in this life-changing industry.

When you choose NASM to become a Certified Personal Trainer, you’ll get access to:

• • World-class fitness experts
• • Peer-reviewed content from the brightest minds in the industry
• • State-of-the-art digital learning platform designed to meet multiple learning styles
• • A curriculum that is consistently reviewed and updated with the most up-to-date material available
• • Gain the knowledge and skills to master the art of personal training and positively impact your clients’ lives

Section 1: Professional Development and Responsibility

Chapter 1: The Modern State of Health and Fitness

Chapter 2: The Personal Training Profession

• 7 Infographics

• • 6 Videos

• • 2 Audio Lectures

• • 12 Knowledge Checks

Section 2: Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching

Chapter 3: Psychology of Exercise

Chapter 4: Behavioral Coaching

• 8 Infographics

• • 5 Videos

• • 2 Audio Lectures

• • 10 Knowledge Checks

Section 3: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts

Chapter 5: The Nervous, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems

Chapter 6: The Cardiorespiratory, Endocrine, and Digestive Systems

Chapter 7: Human Movement Science

Chapter 8: Exercise Metabolism and Bioenergetics

Chapter 9: Nutrition

Chapter 10: Supplementation

• 115 Infographics

• • 19 Videos

• • 6 Audio Lectures

• • 30 Knowledge Checks

Section 4: Assessment

Chapter 11: Health, Wellness, and Fitness Assessments

Chapter 12: Posture, Movement, and Performance Assessments

• 15 Infographics

• • 14 Videos

• • 2 Audio Lectures

• • 10 Knowledge Checks

Section 5: Exercise Technique and Training Instruction

Chapter 13: Integrated Training and the OPT™ Model

Chapter 14: Flexibility Training Concepts

Chapter 15: Cardiorespiratory Training Concepts

Chapter 16: Core Training Concepts

Chapter 17: Balance Training Concepts

Chapter 18: Plyometric (Reactive) Training Concepts

Chapter 19: Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training Concepts

Chapter 20: Resistance Training Concepts

• 26 Infographics

• • 102 Videos

• • 8 Audio Lectures

• • 42 Knowledge Checks

Section 6: Program Design

Chapter 21: The Optimum Performance Training® Model

Chapter 22: Introduction to Exercise Modalities

Chapter 23: Chronic Health Conditions and Special Populations

• 2 Infographics

• • 8 Videos

• • 3 Audio Lectures

• • 19 Knowledge Checks

Final Exam

In order to become certified, you need to take a proctored exam. The exam can be online, or in an accreditied test center.

Option 1. NASM International Certified Personal Trainer 

Option 2. NASM Certified Personal Trainer (NCCA Accredited)

Are there any prerequisites for the NASM Certified Personal Trainer program?

You must have a high school degree or GED. You're also required to have a current CPR and AED certification before you take the exam. For your convenience, NASM offers an online CPR/AED Certification.

How long does it take to complete the NASM Certified Personal Trainer program?

You can complete your personal training certification in as few as 6 weeks. In addition to its interactive multimedia-rich content, learning tools, resources, and comprehensive study-planning guide, you can also receive assistance from NASM experts when questions arise.

Can I complete the Certified Personal Trainer program while working full-time?

Absolutely! You can complete this program and become a Certified Personal Trainer while also working full-time. The study material is 100% online and self-paced, and can be accessed on a computer, or a mobile device such as a phone or tablet.

What if I do not pass my Certified Personal Trainer final exam?

For the ICPT exam, you have 3 attempts to pass. If you do not pass after 3 attempts, a retest can be purchased by calling NASM Member Services at 1-800-460-6276.

Do I have to renew my Personal Trainer Certification?

You must recertify every two years to ensure that your Personal Trainer certification remains up-to-date with current best-practice guidelines and skills. You will be required to earn 2.0 NASM approved continuing education units (CEUs) every two-year period, which includes 1.9 CEUs from approved coursework and 0.1 CEUs from the mandatory CPR/AED certification.