Comparing the Top Four Personal Trainer Certifications
NSCA Founded in 1978, the National Strength and Conditioning Association is an international
nonprofit educational association that currently serves nearly 30,000 members across 52 countries. Besides the standard age requirement and essential CPR/AED Certificate, the NCSA insists that all program participants possess a high school diploma (or equivalent). The actual exam is widely viewed as a very difficult test consisting of 140 questions35 of which are based upon responses to a video presentation. Many believe it would be in their best interests to get hands-on, practical experience prior to taking the exam. After passing the exam, NCSA-certified personal trainers must renew their credentials every three years by earning continuing education credits and paying a recertification fee (approximately $185-$220 for members; $305-$340 for non-members).
Comparing the Top Four Personal Trainer Certifications