100% Online Training
Become a NESTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
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
NESTA has the most affordable accredited certification in the world.
4 Years
This is the only personal training certification in the world valid for 4 years. All others are just 2 years.
Accepted
NESTA is accepted worldwide. Students are accepted from all countries.
Accreditation
This certification is accredited by NCCA, the Gold Standard.
Support
You get immediate, unlimited, and lifetime support.
Access
You get immediate access to all your training materials once you register.
100% Online
Your entire training is done online.
Business & Career System Included
When you enroll in this certification, you will also get a complete business system to jump-start your career. You will learn marketing, sales, networking, social media, online coaching, and much more.
PFT EXAM ONLY
$349
- NCCA Accredited PFT Exam
- Refer the PFT exam requirements and details below
- Digital certificate upon passing the exam
- *Paper certificate with official seal mailed within North America 2-3 weeks upon verification
- 4-year renewable accredited certification
PFT PLUS
$399
- NCCA Accredited PFT Exam
- Refer the PFT exam requirements and details below
- Digital Study Manual
- Digital certificate upon passing the exam
- *Paper certificate with official seal mailed within North America 2-3 weeks upon verification
- 4-year renewable accredited certification
PFT COMPLETE
$697
. - NCCA Accredited PFT Exam
- Refer the PFT exam requirements and details below
- Digital Study Manual
- Over 10 hours of video & audio training
- Chapter Review Quizes
- Unlimited Practice Exams
- Immediate access to training
- Lifetime access to training
- Flexible study options
- Receive digital certificate upon passing the exam
- * Paper certificate with official seal mailed within North America 2-3 weeks upon verification
- 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 course include?
Instant online access to the NESTA-PFT 14-chapter interactive PDF digital manual (easily printable)
Instant online access to over 10 hours of online training videos with interactive review questions, so you can be certain you are making progress
Unlimited access to the online NESTA-PFT practice exam, so you can feel confident taking your official proctored exam when you are ready
The ability to study from any device. All training is compatible with iPad, iPhone, Android, PC, and MAC
24/7 lifetime access to all the training materials, even after you earn 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
Study at your own pace, and when you are ready to take the exam, you will have 90 days to schedule and take the proctored exam
Upon successfully passing the certification exam, you’ll immediately receive a digital copy, and also mailed your 8.5 x 11 hard copy wall certificate (additional shipping fee will apply to international students) with our official seal and signatures, and title of “Certified Personal Fitness Trainer”
You’ll receive significant discounts on dozens of CEU courses to help you enhance your knowledge, stay current with your certification, and help you get clients fast
Combine your Passion for Health & Fitness with your Mission to Help People
You Save Money Now and Later Because NESTA Offers You the Lowest Tuition in the Industry, and a 4-Year Accredited Certification; Not Just 2 Years Like Other Associations
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:
Now consider this:
You will soon know the satisfaction of fulfilling your dreams of becoming an accomplished Personal Fitness Trainer.
You will be able to help your clients get fit safely and effectively, which will allow them to enjoy healthier lives.
You will have an NCCA accredited certification to start your fitness career at a facility of your choice.
You will have the expertise to train the general population, athletes, and a wide range of individuals.
You will have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to start your own successful independent fitness business.
You will have the time and financial resources to start living your dream life and pursuing more of your passions.
You will learn how to earn a steady and strong income while having fun in a role that is fun and full of opportunities.
You can now say goodbye the boring 9-5 job. You can set the hours that are most convenient for you, and give you personal time with your family and friends.
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 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:
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
What are my career options? How will I make a living with this credential?
So, register right now!
NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Details
- Must have paid in full prior to the examination date
- 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)
- Must pass the 125 questions, multiple-choice, facilitated proctored exam within 90 days of requesting exam eligibility ID. You must achieve a 71 or above exam score to become an accredited Personal Fitness Trainer
- PFT exam candidates must take the NESTA proctored exam at a PSI testing center
- 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.
Additional Examination Fees
$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 866-348-6692.
$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
Required Technology for Online Training Course:
NESTA ECB Policies and Reports:
NESTA PFT Exam Candidate Handbook
NESTA ECB Policies and Procedures
NESTA ECB Exam Reports
Recertification and Continuing Education Process
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.
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
PFT Exam Requirements and Details
NCCA accredited PFT Exam (one exam attempt per purchase). This is the only 4-year accredited credential in the fitness industry.
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.
Exam candidates must take the NESTA proctored exam at a PSI testing center.
In order to verify identity and age, exam candidates must provide a valid Driver’s License, Passport or other form of government-issued photo ID at the time of testing.
Exam candidates must have an Emergency Cardiac Care (CPR) Certification card or BLS (Basic Life Support) card in place of CPR card or equivalent. Must show at the time of testing. Any certified online study/in-person study CPR service provider will be accepted.
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.
