NASM Personal Trainer Certification with Home Gym Design Specialist and Virtual Coaching Specialist (CPT + HGD + VCS) (Voucher Included)

According to the CDC, 36.5% of all Americans are obese, and 74% of all deaths in the USA can be linked in some way to obesity—making now an excellent time to obtain leading certifications to be a personal trainer—which this three-course bundle provides through in-demand skills training. Our Certified Personal Trainer course gives you the most extensive resources available to successfully pass the widely respected National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) exam. Using online videos, presentations, quizzes, readings, and interactive activities, you will receive thorough guidance and gain an understanding of CPT content, acquiring the knowledge needed to sit for this exam successfully. It includes exam preparation and all study materials, and you will gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities you need to become a successful NASM CPT.

The NASM Home Gym Design Specialization module is designed to teach you everything you need to know about the long-term benefits of a home gym, how to plan and manage the installation process, layout strategies, and ways to monetize design services. You will learn how to design and meet home gym needs that align with client preferences, facilitate equipment selection, and add value as a fitness professional. With the home gym designer course module, you will learn to reduce client turnover by building a home gym environment that motivates and inspires your clients to achieve their fitness goals.

Our NASM Virtual Coaching Specialization course module is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the online personal training market and achieve a sought-after online fitness trainer certification. This online fitness coaching certification course covers everything you need to know, from virtual assessments and coaching strategies to sales and marketing. You will learn how to build a virtual coaching business from the ground up, helping you reach more clients and achieve even greater success as an online fitness coach.

Upon completing this personal trainer, virtual coaching, and online fitness coaching certification course bundle, you will be prepared to sit for the NASM CPT exam with a prepaid voucher.

What you will learn

• Define and describe the human movement system and biomechanics terminology
• Learn the body's energy production and macronutrient importance
• Master cardiovascular and respiratory systems, chronic health conditions
• Comprehend integrated fitness assessment and positive client experience fundamentals
• Understand cardio, core, balance, resistance, reactive, speed, agility, and quickness training
• Discover home gym benefits, design, equipment selection, and client management
• Obtain virtual coaching business development, assessments, coaching, sales, and marketing strategies

How you will benefit

• With a NASM CPT certification, you can walk into any gym/facility in the nation and be employable as a Certified Personal Trainer
• For private trainers, holding a NASM CPT is important for demonstrating expertise in your profession
• Gain home gym and virtual coaching specializations making yourself more marketable
• Obtain vital knowledge to be able to establish and operate a virtual personal training business
• Gain key details about designing a home gym to meet clients' needs

1. NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
   1. Professional Development and Responsibility
      1. Modern State of Health and Fitness
      2. The Personal Training Profession
   2. Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching
      1. Psychology of Exercise
      2. Behavioral Coaching
   3. Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts
      1. Nervous, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems
      2. Cardiorespiratory, Endocrine, and Digestive Systems
      3. Human Movement Science
      4. Exercise Metabolism and Bioenergetics
      5. Nutrition
      6. Supplementation
   4. Assessment
      1. Health, Wellness, and Fitness Assessments
      2. Posture, Movement, and Performance Assessments
   5. Exercise Technique and Training Instruction
      1. Integrated Training and the OPT Model
      2. Flexibility Training Concepts
      3. Cardiorespiratory Training Concepts
      4. Core Training Concepts
      5. Balance Training Concepts
      6. Plyometric (Reactive) Training Concepts
      7. Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training Concepts
      8. Resistance Training Concepts
   6. Program Design
      1. The Optimum Performance Training Model
      2. Introduction to Exercise Modalities
      3. Chronic Health Conditions and Special Populations
2. NASM Home Gym Design Specialization
   1. Introduction to Home Gym Design
      1. NASM's Home Gym Design
      2. The Emerging Home Gym
   2. Planning and Preparations (Step 1)
      1. Home Gym Design Service Opportunities
      2. Needs Assessment
      3. Location and Space
   3. Fitness Goal Alignment (Step 2)
      1. Goal Discovery
      2. Goal Setting
      3. Fitness Assessments to Facilitate Equipment Selection
      4. Additional Goal Alignment Considerations
   4. Equipment Selection (Step 3)
      1. Introduction to Equipment Selection
      2. The Equipment Industry
      3. Aligning Equipment Selections
      4. Obstacles of Equipment Selection
   5. Completing the Home Gym Design Process
      1. Home Gym Design Client Scenarios
      2. Monetizing Home Gym Design Services
      3. Considerations During and After Installation
3. NASM Virtual Coaching Specialization
   1. Building a Virtual Coaching Business
      1. Introduction to Virtual Coaching
      2. Building a Business
      3. Technology Considerations
   2. Virtual Assessments & Coaching Strategies
      1. Communication and Coaching Strategies
      2. Administering Virtual Assessments
      3. Implementing Coaching Sessions
   3. Sales & Marketing
      1. Integrating Wearables into Virtual Coaching
      2. Selling Virtual Coaching
      3. Marketing Virtual Coaching

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, there are prerequisites to complete the NASM Certified Personal Trainer:

• 18 years of age – or have High School Diploma/GED
• Have a valid CPR/AED card from a live course

NASM

This is not an instructor-facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.

How much does a personal trainer make?

According to recent data from labor market analytics leader Lightcast, the average salary of personal trainers is $43,700 annually nationwide.

How long does it take to become a personal trainer?

Depending on the time and effort applied, a student can become a NASM Certified Personal Trainer in as little as two months. Launching a successful career as a personal trainer, online or otherwise, will typically take longer, as it requires building a list of clients.

What is a personal trainer? What do personal trainers do?

Personal trainers guide and motivate individuals or groups to achieve fitness goals. They typically work in a gym setting and are more likely to work a flexible shift that aligns with the availability of their clients, meaning early mornings, late afternoons, and evenings. However, these job characteristics may not apply to personal trainers who work in an online environment.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes. This course will prepare you for the NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Additionally, you will earn specialist credentials with after completing the NASM Home Gym Design Specialist and the NASM Virtual Coaching Specialist portions of this course.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive nine months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

Am I guaranteed a job?

Hope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

Can I get financial assistance?

Hope Training Academy courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

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