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: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...medical school at the University of Pennsylvania as a Twenty-First Century scholar 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 are taking, I want to help them understand...
Education & Certification
- University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- ACT
- MCAT
- English
- +52 subjects

Eric : NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...as a combat medic and an educator for over 18 years makes me the perfect tutor for you. My primary goal is to make a positive impact while helping you successfully pass any and all of your exams and/or courses. I strongly believe in building a positive professional relationship with you as I help you become a better student; I want you to know that you are able and allowed to make mistakes as this...
Education & Certification
- Livingstone College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- California University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Exercise Science
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Geometry
- +47 subjects

Danielle: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...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 activities for people with disabilities, so I volunteer for the Special Olympics, Miracle League buddy baseball, and adaptive sports clinics. In my spare time...
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
- Professional Certifications
- Organic Chemistry
- Chemistry
- +5 subjects

Greg: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...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 want to help students learn and grow. I believe my charismatic and unassuming personality along with my people skills are ideal for this environment.
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Sports Communication
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Middle School Writing
- Elementary School
- Essay Editing
- +26 subjects

Arianna: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...Sociology from the University of Amsterdam and received my Bachelors from CUNY CCNY Macaulay Honors College in Anthropology and Biology. I am currently a research assistant in the Anthropology Department at the University of Amsterdam. Outside of that, I am a personal trainer (NASM certified and USAW certified). I have experience at a luxury gym (Equinox) in Manhattan and since moving to the EU have been training clients online and freelance. I love to learn...
Education & Certification
- Macaulay Honors College at CCNY - Bachelor in Arts, Medical Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Spanish 1
- Life Sciences
- High School Level American History
- +22 subjects

Jennifer: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
Continual learner who loves to bring out the curiosity and passion in those I teach. Current doctoral student at Georgia State University studying Exercise Physiology and Sport Nutrition. Current Strength and Conditioning and Sports Nutritionist coach. My future career direction is to education professionals and students about the vital importance of nutrition, anatomy/physiology, and exercise, to human health, well-being and performance.
Education & Certification
- Georgia College State University - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
- Georgia College State University - Master of Science, Exercise Physiology
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Technology and Coding
- Social Sciences
- Other
- +13 subjects

James: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
No matter the learning topic or subject material at hand, my mission is to provide key advisement services "tips and tricks" for mentees/students of any background. My most critical goals as a tutor include improving learning processes, increasing measurable outcomes, and innovating performance approaches. I strive to present everyone with relevant, simple, and implementable strategies ensuring that anyone under my instruction is ultimately empowered and equipped for success.
Education & Certification
- University of the Incarnate Word - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Wingate University - Doctor of Medicine, Pharmacy
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Kinesiology
- Religion
- PTCE - Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam
- +107 subjects

Meagan: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...& Nutrition from the University of Tampa. 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 years I have developed strategies for all types of learners with the understanding...
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
- Nutrition
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians
- Medical Terminology
- +7 subjects

Sara: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...the past six years teaching and tutoring abroad in Istanbul, Turkey. I 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 more students achieve their goals and improve themselves!
Education & Certification
- Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- ESL/ELL
- TOEFL
- Essay Editing
- +29 subjects

Skye: NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine course instructor
...and became a NASM certified personal trainer. I'm passionate about the body, exercise, and rehab in the most functional way possible. I am also a bit of a 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,...
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
- Kinesiology
- NPTE - National Physical Therapy Examination
- Science
- +2 subjects