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, I highly discourage getting any further certifications e.g.: CES, PES, FNS, and/or WLS and
NASM will try to dupe you into purchasing all their certs, but ask yourself this, “Will those
acronyms make me a better trainer? Do your clients even know what those initials mean?” The
answer is NO. You need to gain SUPERVISED experience by training and learning from the best.
If you want to work with athletes at an elite level (college / professional sports), I’d suggest
getting your C.S.C.S. (certified strength and conditioning specialist), but even this GOLD
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The NASM CPT exam is proctored at a facility (see their website). You need to have your
CPR/AED completed. The exam is 120 questions and you’ll be given 120-minutes (2-hours).
The questions are all multiple choice.
According to NASM:
Domain 1: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts 17%
Domain 2: Assessment 18%
Domain 3: Program Design 21%
Domain 4: Exercise Technique and Training Instruction 22%
Domain 5: Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching 12%
Domain 6: Professional Development and Responsibility 10%
In this document, I’ll highlight random questions in the text that you’ll be tested on, such as
page V (National Academy of Sports Medicine Code of Professional Conduct), Refer the client
to the appropriate medical practitioner when, at a minimum, the certified member: Becomes
aware of any change in the clients health status or medication.
Show Up Fitness is NOT affiliated with NASM. Take the NASM-CPT within
30-days and then focus on supervised experience.