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Become a NESTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
The Fitness Industry’s ONLY 4-Year NCCA Accredited Personal Training Certification. Earn your certification with confidence. Enroll Now!
*All other NCCA accredited personal training programs are valid for 2-3 years.
As a NESTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer student you will learn to:
Accurately assess the health, fitness, and skill levels of clients, using this information to create clear, realistic goals.
Design workouts based on the individual client’s needs and goals, grounded in sound scientific principles.
Correctly demonstrate and instruct exercise techniques utilizing proper biomechanics and motivation principles.
Articulate your professional scope of practice as well as the NESTA code of ethics.
Detail how you plan to market and sell your personal training services in order to gain new clients and how to deliver proper service to maintain your client base.
Why choose the NESTA Certified Personal Trainer course and exam?
Price
Affordable accredited certification.
4 Years
This is the only personal training certification in the industry valid for 4 years. All others are just 2 years.
Accepted
NESTA is globally recognized. We accept students worldwide.
Accreditation
This certification is accredited by NCCA, the Gold Standard.
Support
You get immediate and lifelong support, without limitations.
Access
Register and get immediate access to training materials.
100% Online
Your entire training is done online.
PFT EXAM ONLY
$349
- NCCA Accredited PFT Exam
- Refer the PFT exam requirements and details below
- Immediate exam scheduling availability
- Passing scores receive digital and wall certificates
- 4-year renewable accredited certification
PFT PLUS
$399
- NCCA Accredited PFT Exam
- Refer the PFT exam requirements and details below
- Digital Study Manual
- Passing scores receive digital and wall certificates
- 4-year renewable accredited certification
PFT COMPLETE
$697
- NCCA Accredited PFT Exam
- Refer the PFT exam requirements and details below
- Digital Study Manual
- Also, includes everything in the next section
- Passing scores receive digital and wall certificates
- 4-year renewable accredited certification
PFT COMPLETE
NESTA 6-Month Payment Plan
$121 /Mo
$121/MO automatically debited/credited every 30 days, for the next 6-months
(includes onetime $30 processing fee)
Total payments made: $726 at the end of 6-months
Exception:
PFT Exam ID may only be requested after all payments have been received
What does the NESTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer complete course include?
Instant online access to the NESTA-PFT 14-chapter interactive PDF digital manual (easily printable)
Gain immediate online access to over 10 hours of training videos with interactive review questions, ensuring your progress
Prepare for your official proctored exam with unlimited access to the online practice exam and feel confident when you’re ready
You can study from any device. Training can be accessed on iPad, iPhone, Android, PC, and MAC.
You’ll have unlimited access to all the training materials 24/7, even after earning your certification.
30, 60 and 90-day study plan checklists, so you can stay focused and on track
NCCA accredited NESTA-PFT 125 questions, 2-hour multiple-choice, proctored exam
Learn at your own speed, and when you feel prepared, you’ll have a 90-day window to schedule and sit for the proctored exam
Once you have successfully passed the certification exam, you will not only receive a digital copy, but you will also be *mailed a physical hard copy of your 8.5 x 11 wall certificate (Paper certificate mailed in 2-3 weeks within North America). This certificate will proudly display our official seal, signatures, and the esteemed title of “Certified Personal Fitness Trainer“. (*International students will incur an additional shipping fee)
Access various CEU courses at discounted rates to boost your knowledge, maintain certification, and attract clients quickly
NESTA trains fitness professionals to go beyond client expectations
Your NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification is NCCA-Accredited and Accepted Worldwide!
The NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification is accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the gold standard.
Fitness centers, health clubs and gyms are hiring NESTA personal fitness trainers every day. Get certified now so you can get hired fast.
Most employers require a Personal Fitness Trainer Certification like NESTA’s.
These clubs and thousands of others, accept NESTA’s certification:
Why Choose the NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification?
Most certifications are only valid for 2 years. However, NESTA’s Personal Fitness Trainer Certification is valid for a full 4 years! This saves you money NOW, and in the FUTURE.
NESTA teaches you easy-to-follow and cutting edge business and career skills you need to land your dream job and get more training clients without a struggle. We make it fun.
100% online training program: Instant access, lifetime access, no waiting, study at your own pace from your home, office, or on the go. No materials are mailed.
After doing research, I decided to take all of mine through NESTA. Best decision I could have made. Every class I have taken teaches you very practical and useful information to set you up for success in your career goals.
– Joe, CA.
Your NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Manual
The official manual (delivered in digital PDF format) uses interactive animations to explain scientific concepts and their applications for the personal trainer. Each chapter contains study questions to help prepare for your certification exam.
The following content areas are covered within the interactive digital manual:
DETAILED & EASY-TO-FOLLOW Personal Fitness Training Videos
33 online instructional videos with 3D animations and graphics make learning much easier and more interesting.
Learn about the NESTA System of Personal Training Success, Exercise Physiology, Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology, Muscular Anatomy, Biomechanics, Flexibility, Special Populations, and more.
Personal Fitness Training Online Audio lessons:
Business Essentials Online Audio Lessons
Strategies on how you’ll succeed in personal training
Program Design Fundamentals Online Audio Lessons
An in-depth analysis for designing an effective and efficient program with fast and impressive results for your clients
Nutrition Fundamentals Online Audio Lessons
Discussion with Chris Mohr, RD, PhD, on nutrition and helping your clients make the best choices for optimal health and nutrition
The NESTA System of Personal Fitness Training Success is What You Need
Our easy-to-follow method to jump start your personal training career:
2. Design – Easily design a program that will get results!
A customized program prevents injuries and propels clients to their goals will earn you glowing reviews from your clients.
3 steps to your business success
We prepare you for success on your test
Special hints placed throughout the manual called “exam alerts” point out the material that is likely to be on the test.
If you would like more details…
The Personal Fitness Trainer program is available at a discounted rate
After doing research, I decided to take all of mine through NESTA. Best decision I could have made. Every class I have taken teaches you very practical and useful information to set you up for success in your career goals.
– Joe, CA.
When potential clients see the official NESTA seal on my business card, they feel assured they’re choosing a real fitness professional. The expertise I gained with NESTA has put me way ahead of my competition. I now understand the science and application of the science. I gained important business knowledge as well.
– Jim L.
Becoming a NESTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer truly changed my life. I instantly got hired at a top-rated gym and I am booked solid with great clients. I love my career.
– Jennifer B.
Excellent program with up to date science. I would recommend to anyone looking for an excellent fitness certification accepted everywhere.
– Hamid, CA
NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Details
- Must have paid in full prior to the examination date. NCCA accredited PFT Exam (one exam attempt per purchase). This is the only 4-year accredited credential in the fitness industry.
- Exam candidates must take the NESTA proctored exam at a PSI testing center.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have a valid government issued Driver’s License or Passport
- Must have a minimum high school level or equivalent education
- Must have current Emergency Cardiac Care (CPR) Certification card/certificate or BLS (Basic Life Support) card/certificate in place of CPR card or equivalent
- Must to maintain the confidentiality of the exam content and abide by exam policies as stated in the candidate handbook
- Must agree to adhere to the NESTA Code of Ethics
- Exam candidate may be subject to an audit to verify proof of documentation requirements (show proof of valid CPR card/certification, Driver’s License or Passport, High School Diploma or equivalent)
- Exam candidates must complete the 125 question, timed 2-hour, multiple choice, facilitated proctored exam within 90 days of requesting exam eligibility ID. Exam candidate must receive a passing score 71 or above to achieve certification.
- If exam candidate does not meet the passing score requirements of 71 or above, there is a $199 retest fee (per exam attempt) if the candidate chooses to re-take the exam.
- A $45 proctor (per exam attempt) fee applies to exam candidates living outside of North America. Fee is payable upon requesting exam eligibility ID.
- To renew 4-year certification the NESTA ECB requires its certified personal fitness trainer (PFT) to complete 4.0 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) over a four year period. Each 0.1 CEU is worth one hour of study time or one contact hour in a live training format.
- 125 question, timed 2-hour proctored multiple choice computer web-based exam. Passing score is 71 or above.
- The exam candidate must take the Personal Fitness Trainer proctored exam within 90 days upon requesting their exam eligibility ID.
- One exam attempt per purchase (unless otherwise specified under purchase options).
- A $45 proctor fee is applicable to all PFT Exam Candidates living outside of North America. Payment is due upon requesting exam eligibility ID.
- Exam results are shown immediately upon completing the exam. All passing exams receive a temporary certificate at the time of completion.
- For more information about NESTA’s PFT exam locations, requirements, scheduling, and procedures, please visit PFT Exam Requirements page.
- Click here to locate a PSI testing facility in your area.
- For more information about NESTA’s PFT exam locations, requirements, scheduling, and procedures, please visit PFT Exam Requirements page.
- An additional $45 proctoring fee applies to students living outside of North America. Payment is due upon requesting exam eligibility ID.
$199 Retest Fee: Students who did not meet the exam passing requirements can purchase a $199 retest 30 days from the date of the exam by visiting Exam Retest, Extensions and Administrative Fee page , or by calling our offices at 1-877-348-6692.
$95 Extension Fee: 90-day extension can requested by the exam candidate at any time. Please refer to the NESTA Policies page and click on the “Fees” tab at the top of the page. Extension requests to due medical issues must be provided in writing and a signed physician’s note must be provided. The request will then be reviewed by the NESTA Executive Board. Candidate will be notified by email of the decision. Please refer to the Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Candidate Handbook for details.
$45 Proctor Fee: An additional $45 proctoring fee is applicable to all PFT exam candidates living outside of North America. Payment is due upon requesting exam eligibility ID.
$45 Private Proctor Fee: An additional $45 proctoring fee is applicable to PFT exam candidates requiring to apply for private proctoring. Details and application is listed here: Private Proctoring Exam Option
The NESTA ECB requires its certified personal fitness trainer (PFT) to complete 4.0 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) over a four year period. Each 0.1 CEU is worth one hour of study time or one contact hour in a live training format.
For more details on recertification, please click here.
Turn your passion for fitness into a rewarding career
NESTA is a great option for the Fitness Professional. The PFT program covers all the success tools a Personal Trainer would need to enter into the field, or sharpen the skills of a veteran instructor.
NESTA made the process of becoming a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer as easy as possible. I love that not only did I have a manual I could study from, but each section had videos to highlight important information. I was also pleased to see they had quizzes that I could take to prepare for the exam. Thank you, NESTA, for making these past few months as painless as possible. I’m very proud to be a NESTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer!
- Christa from Missouri