Personal Trainer Accredited
What is the best certification program for me to become accredited as a personal trainer (for my purpose)?
I’m a 50 year old female and I’d like to get some sort of certification to be able to hold smallish exercise classes for older adults. Maybe working one-on-one or in classes just to exercise by moving the body safely while making it fun and simple. What would be the minimum certification required to do so, and what specific program (name?) would you recommend, taking into consideration what I want to use it for? Thank you in advance for any suggestions.
Hi,
Great question. It’s definitely exciting to look into starting a career in fitness and to helping people in an exercise class format.
As a former fitness manager, I’ve hired men and women of all ages to instruct in one-on-one settings and for group exercise classes.
Normally, I would look for 1 of 4 certifications: ACE, NASM, ACSM, or NSCA (in no particular order).
If someone did not have a certification but they were a good candidate for the position, they would be hired, but wouldn’t be able to design programs or train clients until passing their certification exam.
An important question I’d have for you is whether you plan to hold these classes independently or in a health club or studio setting. The reason I ask is because of insurance concerns so that you are protected in terms of liability.
I hope that sheds some light on your fitness search.
Great luck!
Boh
David Bohmiller, BS, NSCA-CSCS
President/Founder
http://www.FitnessCareerLaunch.com
