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ACE CPT Certification

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ACE CPT Certification
GGR Score: 4.25

Product Highlights

  • Personal trainer certification 
  • 6-month timeline to complete program
  • CPR/AED certification required 
  • 90,000 ACE CPT professionals globally
Manufacturer: Categories: Certification Courses

In-Depth Review

What is ACE Certification? A Review of the CPT Course

What is ACE Certification? A Review of the CPT Course

What is ACE certification and what does it mean to be ACE certified? An ACE-certified personal trainer explains. Read the full review.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Live, remote proctored exams available
  • Straightforward program guidelines
  • Ability to sign up for a free preview
  • NCCA-accredited program
Cons
  • Hard copy textbook costs extra
  • 2-year recertification cycle

Product Summary

ACE certified personal trainers will learn the fundamentals and scope of practice for CPTs. You’ll need to be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma, and a CPR/AED certification. From there, you can study and sit for the ACE CPT exam. The certification is NCCA-accredited and over 90,000 fitness professionals also have their ACE certification.