Product Highlights
- NCCA-accredited personal trainer certification
- No time limit for studying
- Online and physical study materials available
- No guided course options
- Extensively covers anatomy, physiology, and exercise science
Pros & Cons
Pros
- NCCA-accredited credential
- Can buy study materials individually
- Affordable exam fee and materials
- Strong focus on lifestyle medicine
- At-home remote proctored exam option
Cons
- CEU requirement is higher than average (about 15 hours per year)
- No guided study options
Product Summary
The American College of Sport Medicine is a respected name in the fitness industry and offers an NCCA-accredited personal training course and exam, Study materials can be purchased individually, and you can take as long as you need to prepare for the exam. The ACSM CPT program is a good option for anyone who wants to work with clientele who have contraindications to exercise and those who want to advance their career into exercise physiology.
