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Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

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Course Overview

This program equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and practical techniques required to become certified personal trainers. It emphasizes exercise science, program design, client assessment, nutrition fundamentals, and professional ethics. Learners will be prepared to design safe and effective fitness programs, motivate clients, and promote long‑term health and wellness.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
Total Credits 40
Guided Learning Hours 400
Qualification Time 400
  1. Introduction to Personal Training Defines the role of a personal trainer, scope of practice, and professional responsibilities.

  2. Anatomy and Physiology for Fitness Professionals Reviews musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and energy systems relevant to exercise.

  3. Exercise Science and Biomechanics Explains movement principles, posture, and mechanics of strength and endurance training.

  4. Client Screening and Fitness Assessment Covers health history, risk stratification, and physical fitness testing protocols.

  5. Program Design and Periodization Provides methods for creating individualized training plans, progression models, and goal setting.

  6. Strength, Endurance, and Flexibility Training Details exercise techniques, programming, and safety considerations.

  7. Nutrition Fundamentals for Trainers Introduces macronutrients, hydration, supplementation basics, and scope of practice in nutrition.

  8. Special Populations and Adapted Training Explains modifications for older adults, youth, and clients with medical conditions.

  9. Motivation, Coaching, and Behavior Change Focuses on communication, goal adherence, and strategies for long‑term client success.

  10. Professional Ethics and Business Skills Reviews legal responsibilities, client confidentiality, and building a sustainable personal training business.

  • Builds comprehensive knowledge of exercise science and training principles

  • Enhances ability to design safe, effective, and personalized fitness programs

  • Strengthens communication and motivational skills for client success

  • Provides recognized certification to support career opportunities in fitness and wellness

  • Prepares learners for employment in gyms, health clubs, and independent practice

  • Aspiring personal trainers

  • Fitness enthusiasts seeking professional certification

  • Health and wellness coaches

  • Sports and exercise science graduates

  • Professionals preparing for international CPT exams

  • Assessment Type: Written exam + practical evaluation

  • Format: MCQs, short answers, and live training demonstration

  • Total Questions: 100 theory + 1 practical assignment

  • Passing Score: 70%

  • Duration: 2 hours (written) + 1.5 hours (practical)

  • Certification: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Certificate

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