Build a strong foundation in exercise science, program design, and professional coaching.
Section 1: Professional Practice & Responsibility
Understand your scope of practice, ethical responsibilities, client communication, and the standards expected of a professional fitness coach.
Section 2: Basic & Applied Sciences
Learn human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, neuromuscular systems, and energy systems that drive movement and performance.
Section 3: Assessments & Movement Screening
Master postural assessments, movement analysis, flexibility testing, and readiness screening to safely guide your clients.
Section 4: The OPT™ Model & Program Design
Apply a structured training system including stabilization, strength endurance, hypertrophy, maximal strength, and power phases.
Section 5: Special Populations & Modifications
Work confidently with youth, seniors, weight management clients, and individuals with specific health considerations.
Section 6: Business & Career Foundations
Learn how to attract clients, build professionalism, improve retention, and create long-term career growth in the fitness industry.
CPT FINAL EXAM
Option 1. NASM Personal Trainer Certificate (Non-Proctored Exam)
This non-proctored and open-book exam has 100 questions and requires a passing grade of 70%. This exam is administered online only. You will have 3 hours to complete the exam, and you must take the exam within 180 days of your enrollment date.
Option 2. NASM Certified Personal Trainer (NCCA Accredited Certification Exam)
The NCCA is a nationally recognized third-party agency that accredits certification programs which are able to meet and comply with its standards. This closed-book exam has 120 questions. You must pass with a scaled score of 70 or better. This proctored exam can be administered either in-person or online, and you will have 2 hours to complete the test. You must take this exam within 180 days of your enrollment date.
Please reach out to info@npta.ca or call +1 778-949-6782 to change your final exam. Our default exam is NCCA Accredited Certification Exam.