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IN THE INduSTRy.
THE NASM CPTIS THE TOP CHOICE Of TRAINERS
AROuNd THE wORld.
THE MOST RESPECTEd CREdENTIAlPERSONAl TRAINER (CPT) CERTIfICATION ISMETHOdOlOgy, THE NASM CERTIfIEd PERfORMANCE TRAININg™ (OPT™)BASEd ON THE ExCluSIVE OPTIMuM
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Located on the campus of the UNC at Chapel Hill, the NASM Research Institute performs research and systematic literature reviews that allow for continuous innovation and improvement of its education, programming and products. This process ensures the delivery of the highest quality evidence-based solutions to you.
NASM and the University of North Carolina (UNC) joined forces
to create the NASM Research Institute at UNC. The Institute is
responsible for scientifically investigating, researching and testing
in the following focus areas:
- Fitness- SportsPerformance- CorrectiveExercise
- SpecialPopulations- Nutrition- BehaviorModification
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NASM’s exclusive Optimum Performance
Training (OPT) method represents the
industry’s first and only comprehensive
training program based on current
scientific research that provides
undisputed results specific to individual
needs and goals.
OPTeliminatesguessworkin
programmingandprogram-designfor
anyfitnessprofessional.
OPT provides a progressive and integrated training approach with multiple areas of focus —flexibility, cardio respiratory, core, balance, reactive, speed, agility, quickness, and strength; thus improving all biomotor abilities, functional strength, neuromuscular efficiency, and dynamic flexibility.
THE OPTdIffERENCE
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ThefollowingProgressionofSuccessrepresentsthefivephasesoftherevolutionaryOPTmethod.
1. StabilizationEnduranceTraining: The first Stage of OPT is for beginners who possess muscle imbalances, lack postural control, and stability.
2. StrengthEnduranceTraining:A hybrid form of training that promotes increased stabilization endurance, hypertrophy, and strength.
3. HypertrophyTraining: Specific for the adaptation of maximal muscle growth (i.e. body building).
4. MaximalStrengthTraining: Centers on increasing the load placed upon the tissues of the body.
5. PowerTraining: Focuses on both high force and velocity to increase power.
THE OPTdIffERENCE
PHASES Of OPT
Certification is only the beginning. When you become an elite
NASM certified professional, you open the door to numerous
career path opportunities.
THE PERSONAl TRAININg
CAREER PATH
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• Personal trainer
• Fitness manager
• Club manager
• Club owner
HEAlTH CluB SETTINg
• Studio owner/operator
• Virtual trainer
• Online fitness store owner
• Sport-specific trainer
• Population-specific trainer (seniors, youth, etc.)
INdEPENdENT fITNESS PROfESSIONAl
• In-home
• Medical facility
• Corporate/Industrial
• Hotel/Resort/Cruise
OTHER SETTINgS
CAREER OPPORTuNITIES
I have worked in the fitness field for over ten years and have truly developed a passion for all aspects of fitness, including the process of learning and optimizing training techniques. I’ve obtained numerous certifications from nationally recognized organizations, but NASM is simply the best.
Patrick Murphy
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The NASM CPT means the most to club owners and fitness
department managers because it requires comprehensive knowledge
of human movement science, functional anatomy, physiology, and
kinesiology, as well as functional assessment and program design.
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Because the NASM CPT is grounded in the OPT methodology,
it provides aspiring and veteran fitness professionals alike the
greatest opportunity to find employment and is the preferred
choice for hire and career advancement by the top health clubs.
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PARTNERSHIPS
Fitness professionals can find health club employment opportunities at: NASMfitJobs.com
gET EMPlOyEd
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29% GROWTH OF THE EMPLOYMENT OF FITNESS PROFESSIONALS IN THE NEXT 11 YEARS
$100,000THE ANNUAL EARNINGS OF THE TOP 10% OF FITNESS TRAINERS
$54,200THE MEDIAN SALARY OF A PERSONAL TRAINER
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“NASM does not guarantee starting salary or income for our certified professionals. Results may vary based on employer, region, experience, and other factors. All trainers are encouraged to perform their own research to determine the potential annual income they can earn as a certified personal trainer.”
According to the U.S. Department of Labor and Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs for trainers are expected to increase approximately 30 percent over the next decade.
This growing demand is the result of an aging Baby Boomer
population, rising obesity rates among the youth, and
companies spending more time and money on health and
fitness programs for their employees.
THE MARKETOPPORTuNITy
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$7,000 More than American Council on Exercise (ACE) certified trainers
$8,500 More than National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) certified trainers
$11,000 More than American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certified trainers
In comparison, NASM’s starting salary, on average, is:
Your time is money. According to SimplyHired.com, the average starting salary for NASM certified personal trainer jobs is $42,000.
MAxIMIZE yOuR EARNINg POTENTIAl
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Employer-Preferred
Starting Salary$42,000/yr
Student Support
Career Pathways
Exclusive Business Opportunities
Research Institute
NCCA-Accreditation
OPT: Optimum Performance Training System
Choice of Champions
ACENASM ACSM NSCA AFAA ISSA NFPT
$35.0K $31.0K $36.0K$27.5K$33.5K$42.0K
There's the others, then there's NASM. Use the chart below to discover why those who are serious about success choose NASM to launch and grow their health and fitness careers.
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Achieve more. With an NASM credential you can earn $6,000 more annually, on average, compared to other certifications.*
Get to work. Top health clubs prefer to hire NASM certified pros because you’re well prepared for success on day one.
Tested in the lab. NASM revolutionized the industry with the first, evidence-based, progressive, training system. OPT takes the guess work out of programming, and helps produce consistent and remarkable results for your clients.
Proven on the field. Health and fitness professionals with championship teams (NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL) trust NASM for their education.
Train smart. From Live Customer Support to Online & Live Instruction to Mobile Apps, NASM provides every opportunity to learn and for exam success.
Certification is just the beginning! NASM o�ers a progressive career track with specializations (PES, CES, FNS), ConEd and access to accredited Bachelor and Master Degree programs.
Get connected. NASM is the exclusive fitness partner of Sharecare, a new Web 3.0 social platform providing exclusive opportunities for NASM certified professionals to connect with consumers seeking personalized fitness solutions.
Award-winning and prestigious. The Exercise and Sport Science Department at the University of NorthCarolina serves as the NASM Research Institute, conducting studies designed to improve human movement, health and performance.
Commitment to Quality. NASM’s certified personal trainer certification was among the first to achieve accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the benchmark for quality in the self-regulated fitness certification industry.
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Employer-Preferred
Student Support
Career Pathways
Exclusive Business Opportunities
Research Institute
NCCA-Accreditation
OPT: Optimum Performance Training System
Choice of Champions
ACENASM ACSM NSCA AFAA ISSA NFPT
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Get to work. Top health clubs prefer to hire NASM certified pros because you’re well prepared for success on day one.
Tested in the lab. NASM revolutionized the industry with the first, evidence-based, progressive, training system. OPT takes the guess work out of programming, and helps produce consistent and remarkable results for your clients.
Proven on the field. Health and fitness professionals with the best teams (NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL) trust NASM for their education.
Train smart. From Live Customer Support to Online & Live Instruction to Mobile Apps, NASM provides every opportunity to learn and for exam success.
Certification is just the beginning! NASM offers a progressive career track with specializations (PES, CES, FNS), ConEd and access to accredited Bachelor and Master Degree programs.
Get connected. NASM is the exclusive fitness partner of Sharecare, a new Web 3.0 social platform providing exclusive opportunities for NASM certified professionals to connect with consumers seeking personalized fitness solutions.
Award-winning and prestigious. The Exercise and Sport Science Department at the University of North Carolina serves as the NASM Research Institute, conducting studies designed to improve human movement, health and performance.
Commitment to Quality. NASM’s certified personal trainer certification was among the first to achieve accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the benchmark for quality in the self-regulated fitness certification industry.
The latest data from SimplyHired.com reports that NASM certified personal trainers earn approximately $6000 more annually than trainers without credentials – and more than other National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) -accredited certifications.
Earn 20% more with the NASM CPT MAxIMIZE yOuR EARNINg POTENTIAl
Employer-Preferred
Student Support
Career Pathways
Exclusive Business Opportunities
Research Institute
NCCA-Accreditation
OPT: Optimum Performance Training System
Choice of Champions
ACENASM ACSM NSCA AFAA ISSA NFPT
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Get to work. Top health clubs prefer to hire NASM certified pros because you’re well prepared for success on day one.
Tested in the lab. NASM revolutionized the industry with the first, evidence-based, progressive, training system. OPT takes the guess work out of programming, and helps produce consistent and remarkable results for your clients.
Proven on the field. Health and fitness professionals with the best teams (NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL) trust NASM for their education.
Train smart. From Live Customer Support to Online & Live Instruction to Mobile Apps, NASM provides every opportunity to learn and for exam success.
Certification is just the beginning! NASM offers a progressive career track with specializations (PES, CES, FNS), ConEd and access to accredited Bachelor and Master Degree programs.
Get connected. NASM is the exclusive fitness partner of Sharecare, a new Web 3.0 social platform providing exclusive opportunities for NASM certified professionals to connect with consumers seeking personalized fitness solutions.
Award-winning and prestigious. The Exercise and Sport Science Department at the University of North Carolina serves as the NASM Research Institute, conducting studies designed to improve human movement, health and performance.
Commitment to Quality. NASM’s certified personal trainer certification was among the first to achieve accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the benchmark for quality in the self-regulated fitness certification industry.
To enroll in the CPT course, visit NASM.org or call 1.800.460.6276
OwN TERMS
CPT ExAM?
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wHAT’S ON THE
NASMoffersstudentsacomprehensivelearningsystemandexperiencecomprisedofeducation,support,exampreparation,andassessment.
Everyone learns in different ways. NASM offers a personalized learning system, comprised of various tools and resources.
NASMhasoneofthemostrigorous,yetrewarding,CPTexamsintheindustry.
When you earn the NASM CPT, you earn instant credibility as an elite, well-prepared fitness professional.
The exam itself is comprised of 120 multiple choice questions. You will take the exam at a proctored facility operated by PSI, with over 600 domestic testing sites and select International testing sites available to NASM professionals.”
The NASM CPT is accredited to 2015 by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Third-party NCCA approval ensures a higher level of professionalism, competency, and trust.
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The NASM Education team is continually exploring new and exciting tools to prepare you for a successful career as an NASM certified personal trainer.
ANd THIS IS JuST THE BEgINNINg.
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NASM CPTSTudy MATERIAlS
CPT Exam Prep *
Textbook
Online Practice Exam
Online Presentations
LiveWorkshop *
ExerciseLibrary
wHy dO IT?RECERTIfICATION:
NASMiscommittedtoelevatingthelevelofprofessionalisminthehealthandfitnessindustry.
To be the best, you have to stay current with the latest research. It’s the best way to protect the health and safety of everyone. For this reason, the NASM CPT credential must be recertified every two (2) years.
live WORKSHOPS
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HOw wE HElPRECERTIfICATION:
lIVE wORKSHOPS:
NASMoffersavarietyofadvancedspecializations,continuingeducationcourses,andliveworkshopstoearnCEUs.
The NASM Board of Certification (BOC) also approves courses offered by outside organizations. And finally, you can always petition the BOC to have your preferred course or event approved for CEUs.
For more information on CPT Recertification, visit NASM.org or contact the Board of Certification (NASM BOC) at 1.800.460.6276, Option 3.
• 60Events
• 180Workshops
• AvarietyoftrainingfacilitiesinmajormarketsacrosstheU.S.
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BEST IN-ClASS
PARTNERSHIPS
Through strategic alliances with other industry leaders,
we are able to enhance our products and services,
create new business opportunities for NASM certified
professionals, and continually set a higher standard for
the health and fitness industry.
dotFIT.com| official nutrition partner of NASM
PowerPlate| Official whole body vibration partner of NASM
Premier Training International Official education and training partner in Europe
Sharecare.com | NASM is the official fitness expert of Sharecare.com, an interactive social QA platform
LifetimeAcademy | NASM and Life Time Fitness partnered to create a best-in-class personal training school
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lEAdINg THE fITNESS
SOCIAl MEdIA COMMuNITy
The NASM social media community is 40,000 strong and growing. Join us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and others for a community of information, inspiration, and ideas for programming from other health and fitness professionals.
TESTIMONIAlSSOCIAl MEdIA
... That’s so true ... This forum helped me decide that I want NASM!
Angela, in response:
I’m totally amazed by the amount of support offered by this forum. All this positive energy decided my choice where to start the certification process for PT
Kip, NASM Facebook Forum
Personal Trainers Forum, Powered by NASM, Facebook Wall Posts, 2.18-2.19, 2011
facebook.com / personaltrainers
twitter.com / NASM
youtube.com / user / NASMorg
Social Media Links
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MEMBERSHIPSTHAT MAKE A dIffERENCE
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NASMisaproudmemberofthefollowingcommunity,governmental,andindustryorganizations:
IDEA HEALTH & FITNESS ASSOCIATION The world’s leading membership organization of health and fitness professionals with more than 19,000 members in more than 80 countries.
INTERNATIONAL, HEALTH, RACqUET & SPORTSCLUb ASSOCIATION (IHRSA) A not-for-profit trade association representing health and fitness facilities, gyms, spas, sports clubs, and suppliers worldwide.
CAMPAIGN FOR A HEALTHIER AMERICA NASM is a partner and advocate for a healthier America—continually encouraging industry members to reach out to educate & inform both clients and legislators on the importance of exercise.
NATIONAL COALITION FOR PROMOTING PHYSICAL ACTIvITY NASM is a lead organization member in the effort to implement the National Physical Activity Plan.
PRESIDENTIAL ACTIvE LIFESTYLE AWARD (PALA) NASM is recognized as a member of the President’s Challenge team, an ongoing ambassador for physical activity & good nutrition.
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Professionals who are serious about success, and making a difference in the world, get NASM certified.
Tara bankley, CPT NASM
I started my own personal training business in 2008 and NASM helped me do it. Without exception, everyone I spoke with said NASM certification was the best. I was blown away by the quality and depth of [NASM’s] materials.
My clients instantly recognize [my NASM certification] and it helps me bring in new business all the time. I would strongly recommend NASM certification to anyone who is serious about becoming a fitness professional.
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