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Since 1977 we’ve been providing training and certification for current and aspiring fitness trainers across North America.

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ASK YOURSELF, “DO YOU…”

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Have a passion to help people get healthy and improve their quality of life?
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Wish you could have more flexibility and make your own schedule?
Want to leave your 9 to 5 job and make as much money as you want?
Need and want to establish credibility as a qualified exercise professional?
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WHY CHOOSE NETA?

NETA is one of just a few certifying agencies in the fitness industry that offers NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies) accredited Group Exercise Instructor certification (NETA-CGEI) and Personal Trainer certification (NETA-CPT programs.

The National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) is the accreditation body of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE). ICE, established in 1987, is the leader in setting quality standards for credentialing organizations.

Over the past 45 years NETA has provided over 160,000 fitness professionals with hands-on training, individualized attention, superior customer service, and well designed certification exams.

GET CERTIFIED IN 3 SIMPLE STEPS

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Earning NETA’s Personal Trainer Certification is as easy as 1-2-3.
REGISTER FOR THE EXAM

Click the button below and choose to take the exam from a live workshop or the self study class option.

GET CERTIFIED

Complete the certification exam at the conclusion of a live review workshop or remote online proctroing session scheduled with ProctorU.

START CHANGING LIVES

Make a difference in your life and those around you when you make fitness your career or side hustle.

Get Started
Earning NETA’s Group Exercise Instructor Certification is as easy as 1-2-3.
REGISTER FOR THE EXAM

Click the button below and choose to take the exam from a live workshop or the self study class option.

GET CERTIFIED

Complete the certification exam at the conclusion of a live review workshop or remote online proctoring session scheduled with ProctorU.

START CHANGING LIVES

Make a difference in your life and those around you when you make fitness your career or side hustle.

Get Started

PICK THE BEST OPTION FOR YOU

Option 1: Self Study + Live Workshop

Enhance your self-study with a LIVE workshop! NETA provides a live exam preparation workshop presented by an experienced NETA educator. Live virtual onsite options available.

How this works:

  1. Prepare on your own using NETA’s recommended study materials (sold separately)
  2. Attend NETA’s 2-day Live (onsite or virtual Certification Review Workshop
  3. Take the written certification exam onsite

Option 2: Self Study

Preparing for NETA’s distinguished NCAA accredited certification is now more convenient and stress-free with the Premier Plus Exercise Instructor Study Package.

How this work:

  1. Learn at your own pace utilizing NETA’s user friendly online prep modules (included)
  2. Schedule your exam with ProctorU
  3. Take the proctored online exam in the comfort of your own home

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Need help deciding which option is best for you?

Give us at 1.800.237.6242 or click here to contact us today

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Within one year I was making what I did in the corporate world. It was the best decision of my life! Everyone I know said I couldn’t do it and was worried about me, but I did it and I’m so glad I selected NETA!

Jen M.

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I have certified through NETA for various certifications for over 22 years. They are very thorough with their teaching and always up to date with current fitness trends. My favorite is to attend a workshop live, but the convenience and flexibility to participate in at home studies are also appreciated. I always recommend NETA to anyone wanting to start a fitness career for the quality, value and NCCA accreditation held by NETA!!

Kathy M.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What else will I need to do to become certified?
Proof of current adult CPR/AED certification is required for this certification. Please refer to the Exam Candidate Handbook found on NETA’s website for more information.
Do you offer any special insurance discounts for instructors?
Yes! We offer a special discount on insurance for NETA Certified  Instructors.

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What topics does this certification cover?
The Personal Trainer Cerification covers:
  • Exercise Science (Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Biomechanics)
  • Health & Fitness Assessments
  • Exercise Programming for Healthy Adults
  • Principles of Nutrition & Weight Management
  • Dynamics of Communication & Behavioral Change
The Group Exercise Certification covers:

A job task analysis (i.e., practice analysis, role delineation) is conducted every five to seven years to ensure the certification examination continues to represent the current role of a group exercise instructor as well as updated industry guidelines, best practices, and evolving knowledge of exercise science research.

As such, NETA conducted an updated job task analysis study in 2021, which resulted in a new exam content outline for NETA’s NCCA-accredited Group Exercise Instructor Certification Exam. The exam content outline lists the areas of responsibility (formerly known as domains), tasks, and knowledge statements representing the knowledge and skills necessary for a NETA-Certified Group Exercise Instructor. The exam content outline serves as the foundation from which the NETA Group Exercise Instructor Certification Exam is developed.

The exam content outline provided on pages 6-11 of NETA’s Group Exercise Instructor Study Guide is the basis for NETA’s Group Exercise Instructor Certification Exam administered on or after June 1, 2022. Candidates preparing for NETA’s Group Exercise Instructor Certification Exam should be familiar with and understand all subject matter identified on the exam content outline.

Is there an exam only option?

Yes there is. NETA does not require candidates to attend a review workshop or to purchase NETA study materials to be eligible to sit for the Personal Trainer Certification Exam or the Group Exercise Instructor Certification Exam.

Please visit the Test Only Options page of NETA’s website to learn more about registration for the Personal Trainer Certification Exam or the Group Exercise Instructor Certification Exam.

Do you have any additional resources?

View our additional resources below.

Personal Trainer Certification Resources:
  • Personal Trainer Study Guide & Schedule — 5th Edition (PDF)
  • Exam Candidate Handbook (PDF)
  • Recertification Handbook (PDF)
  • 2017 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2018 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2019 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2020 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2021 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
Group Exercise Certification Resources:
  • Group Exercise Instructor Study Guide (for GEI exams on or before May 31, 2022)
  • Group Exercise Instructor Study Guide (for GEI exams on or after June 1, 2022)
  • Exam Candidate Handbook (PDF)
  • Recertification Handbook (PDF)
  • 2017 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2018 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2019 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2020 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
  • 2021 Exam Annual Statistics Report (PDF)
Is NETA NCCA Accredited?

Yes, both NETA’s Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer certification programs have earned accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), demonstrating each program’s compliance with the NCCA’s Standards for the Accreditation of Certification Programs. NCCA-accreditation of NETA’s Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer certification programs is valid through July 31, 2022. NCCA only awards accreditation for certification programs and does not accredit an entire organization.

 

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