The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) offers the most recognizable Certified Personal Training program, as well as different training program specializations. Candidates looking to start a personal training business, or pursue employment in the field, are strongly advised to work on earning this certification by using the services offered from Varsity Tutors. Employers agree that trainers who complete a NASM class are better-prepared to start their fitness career, as evidenced by the fact that personal trainers who complete a NASM class often earn more than their peers. Best of all, have the job security of working in a growing industry, according to IBISWorld Personal Trainers in the US.
One of the specializations available to trainers who pass the NASM is the NASM Corrective Exercise Specialization (NASM-CES). By utilizing Varsity Tutors you can determine what areas are most vital for you to focus your attention and energy. The NASM-CES, only one of the specializations offered through the NASM test, is a proven program applied to reduce muscular dysfunction and help your clients move, feel, and live better. The NASM-CES teaches you how to use a variety of static and dynamic assessments to identify imbalances. Varsity Tutors can offer assistance in deciding how to focus your specific NASM prep course, providing a systematic approach for designing exercise programs that can help anyone reach their fitness goals.
Before beginning NASM test prep, candidates should determine how they can best use their time and energy to feel prepared for the exam. There are six primary domains that provide knowledge topics learned in the NASM prep classes essential for passing the certification exam. Varsity Tutors can assist you in finding the topics necessitating more scrutiny. See the Domains below.
NASM-CPT Domains
- Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts
- Assessments
- Program Design
- Exercise Technique and Training Instruction
- Client Relationships and Behavioral Coaching
- Professional Development and Responsibility
Varsity Tutors can offer you a systematic approach for designing exercise programs, taught during your personalized NASM course. The programs you learn can help anyone reach their fitness goals, from beginners to professional athletes. Personal trainers who complete their NASM classes can work in commercial fitness centers, as independent contractors, and even own and operate their own fitness facilities. The extensive NASM prep courses enable trainers to hit the ground running following certification no matter where they chose to work.
Personal trainers who complete the NASM test prep often earn more than their peers. This is not surprising considering employers agree that NASM-CPTs are better prepared to start their fitness career, noted in the results of a study conducted by MarketLab, a third-party researcher.
By focusing on the topics most important to your individual studying program, you can most effectively prepare for your exam. Varsity Tutors can assist you in determining what topics, some of which are listed below, are most essential for you.
NASM-CPT Topics (non-exhaustive list)
- The Muscular System
- The Skeletal System
- Fundamentals of Biomechanics
- Planes of Motion
- Principles of Human Movement Science
- Principles of Motor Development
- Macronutrients and Micronutrients
- Portion Sizes, Meal Timing, and Frequency
- Elements of Personal, Occupational, and Family Medical History
- Physiological Assessments
- Body Composition Assessments
- Flexibility Training Methods
- Cardiorespiratory Training Methods
- Exercise Progression/Regression
- Program Design for Special Populations
- Kinesthetic, Auditory, and Visual Cueing
- Proper Breathing Technique
- Goal Expectation Management
- Business Fundamentals
- Sales Concepts and Techniques
Individual NASM classes provided by Varsity Tutors can allow you to increase your confidence, build test-taking skills, develop strong study skills, and feel adequately prepared to pass the NCCA-accredited NASM-CPT exam and become a successful fitness professional. Get in touch with Varsity Tutors to get lined up with a NASM prep class today.
Sai: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...this fall, I am excited to take on my role as a lifelong learner - I know how empowering education and just figuring things out can be. I want to help students learn to love, too, for that precise reason. Be it scoring higher on a standardized test or needing help through a class they...
Education & Certification
- University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- English
- ACT Reading
- Professional Certifications
- +55 subjects
Laurin: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
Hi! My name is Laurin and I absolutely love to learn AND teach. Education has always been close to my heart and I love helping people achieve their educational goals and reach milestones when it comes to attaining and applying new knowledge. I can't wait to get started with you!!
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Calculus
- ACT
- College Algebra
- +12 subjects
Felicia: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...in the Health, Wellness and Physical Rehabilitation profession. I have successfully tutored, mentored and trained over 50+ personal trainers and wellness coaches in the areas of certification prep, working with clients with physical limitations and business marketing development to help them acquire more clients. Overall, I LOVE the health and wellness profession as I am...
Education & Certification
- Lamar University - Bachelor of Science, Kinesiotherapy
- Texas Southern University - Master of Science, Human Biology
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- NPTE - National Physical Therapy Examination
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- NCSF - National Council of Strength and Fitness
- +65 subjects
Destiny: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...Budgeting 2. Women's Studies 3. Life Coaching 4. Weight Training 5. Amazon Self-Publishing 6. Minimalism/Decluttering 7. Goal Setting 8. Mock Interviews 9. Healthy Eating 10. Time Management 11. Career Sales Advice 12. College Application Coach 13. Professional Email Composition 14. Poetry 15. Financial/Retirement Planning 16. Organization Skills 17. Salary Proposals 18. Blogging 19. Product Management...
Education & Certification
- University of Georgia - Bachelors, 1. Public Administration, Policy, & Management 2. Psychology 3. Gender & Women's Studies
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- CIC- Certified Insurance Counselor Exam
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Bar Exam
- +578 subjects
Vanessa: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...that they, too, can help people live a stronger, healthier life both physically & mentally. My experience as a competitive Olympic Weightlifter & coach has taught me about the intricacies of human movement, how to cue clients to get them to move safest & how to help people overcome longstanding injuries so they may lead...
Education & Certification
- George Mason University - Bachelor in Architecture, Journalism
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Elementary School Reading
- Test Prep
- Biomechanics
- +20 subjects
Jeremie: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...am a certified PMP with more than 20 years of real-world project experience. I pride myself on being a "master student" and use my study techniques to help others score on the high-end of their exams. Additionally, I am a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. I utilize my study skills to help others reach similar levels...
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- PMP
- Professional Certifications
- Certified ScrumMaster
- +3 subjects
Janelle: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...With a strong background in anatomy and physiology I have worked with undergraduate and graduate levels. My main specialty is NPTE preparation and have completed/passed the NPTE in the past 5 years. I have developed a 6-8 weeks program/system to help students develop a study plan and work on test taking strategies in order to...
Education & Certification
- Wichita State University - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
- Wichita State University - Doctor of Science, Physical Therapy
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- ABPTS - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
- PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant Exam
- NPTE - National Physical Therapy Examination
- +12 subjects
Shaun: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...of subjects, including high school English, business, marketing, basic computer skills, religion, exercise physiology, and video editing. I take pride in being the first lead instructor of a National Academy of Sports Medicine preparation course at the community college level, achieving a pass rate of 100% for three consecutive years and maintaining a pass rate...
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- NCSF - National Council of Strength and Fitness
- OTR / NBCOT - Occupational Therapist - Registered
- +123 subjects
Ashley: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...have vast experiences working with many common issues and struggles, and I love working in partnership to find "the key" for each student to optimize success. For this reason, I am very committed to teaching concepts in a variety of ways, especially focusing on analogies using everyday life experiences and visual images. I also firmly...
Education & Certification
- Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- GACE - Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- +28 subjects
Danielle: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...PTA program, I tutored anatomy and physiology to students of PTA, Nursing, and Medical Assisting. I am a firm believer in individualized teaching in order for students to be able to best absorb and retain information using methods that work best for personal study styles. I am passionate about equal access to sports and recreational...
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Financial Mathematics
- Bay State College - Diploma, Physical Therapy Assistance
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant Exam
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Chemistry
- +5 subjects
NyssaKim: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...in Philosophy in the pre-medical pathway. I'm currently in the process of trying to get into medical school. During my Bachelor's, I had the ability to correlate these textbook concepts and apply them to the real practice of medicine. This has also allowed me the ability to explain a variety of different concepts in many...
Education & Certification
- Mid-Plains Community College - Associate's, Paramedicine
- University of Arizona - Bachelor's, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians
- NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- Middle School Science
- +10 subjects
Jonah: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...there is a science/health care related subjected a student is interested in learning, I am interested in teaching it! In my experience helping struggling students prepare for exams, we always seem to have the most fun with applicable questions to their lives based on the material. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it...
Education & Certification
- Yeshiva University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- Test Prep
- Cardiology
- +120 subjects
Sara: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...worked with students of all ages and skill levels to help improve their English, be it with general speaking and fluency, or more advanced practice such as composition and especially with test prep. I take great pride in all I have seen my students accomplish in our time together, and I look forward to helping...
Education & Certification
- Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Middle School Writing
- Writing
- Public Speaking
- +29 subjects
Camille: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. I believe that everyone should be lifelong learners, and I consider myself one and love to take any opportunity I can to grow and learn in any capacity. In my spare time, I...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
- Washington University in St Louis - Doctor of Medicine, Physical Therapy
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians
- Professional Certifications
- +13 subjects
Greg: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...I want make a difference in the lives of others. I have a B.S. degree in Kinesiology from Indiana University - Bloomington. I have a decade+ of work experience in various careers including sales, coaching, healthcare, and the mortgage industry. All of my life experiences involve working with and helping people in different capacities. I...
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Sports Communication
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Other
- Elementary School
- Adult ESL/ELL
- +26 subjects
Errol: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...and I received my Bachelor's and Master's in English with a focus on professional and technical writing. Since graduation, I have provided writing, editing, and coaching services to students, business owners, and nonprofit organizations. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and the National Academy of Sports Medicine...
Education & Certification
- University of Memphis - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Memphis - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Professional Certifications
- Science
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +9 subjects
Meagan: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...After obtaining my degree I started my own fitness company and shortly after began working as a Professor at the University of Tampa. I absolutely love what I do, helping others become the greatest version of themselves. Teaching has become a passion of mine because I understand the mindset of a struggling student. Over the...
Education & Certification
- The University of Tampa - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Physiology
- The University of Tampa - Master of Science, Exercise Science
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- Nutrition
- +7 subjects
Michael: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...them stay on track and feel connected. Now, I would like to focus on tutoring students from grades 3 to 10 in math, tailoring lessons to fit each learner's needs and learning style. I bring a structured, encouraging approach that keeps students engaged and progressing. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from Stockton College...
Education & Certification
- The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelor of Science, Information Resources Management
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Master of Science, Management Information Systems
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Productivity
- Elementary School Science
- Elementary School English
- +24 subjects
Shelby: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...Health and dual Bachelors in Exercise Science and Physical Activity and Fitness Management. I am a ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, and AFAA Group Fitness Instructor and have many areas of specialization. I have worked in the field for five years overseeing and mentoring numerous personal trainers, group fitness instructors and fitness specialists. I would love...
Education & Certification
- Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
- Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Master in Public Health, Public Health
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- Professional Certifications
- Science
- +5 subjects
Skye: Enfield NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...perfectionist - I like to know WHY things are the way the are, which is why I got very serious about test prep because I did not want to be thrown off my any NPTE curve balls. Critical thinking and utilizing my resources is my strong suit, so if you're having trouble with test prep...
Education & Certification
- Shawnee State University - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
- Seton Hall University - Doctor of Science, Physical Therapy
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- NPTE - National Physical Therapy Examination
- Professional Certifications
- Science
- +2 subjects