Personal Trainers! Which certification is best? ACE, ISSA? Where do I go to get started?

Question

Which certification is most widely recognized? Which is the most desireable in the work world? Thank you for helpful input.

Please explain why it's better as well.

Answer 1

It depends very much on what you want to do and specialise in, and your background. They are all very good as a start, anyway I would say:

ACE (personal trainer, group fitness instructor and weight management specialist)

http://www.acefitness.org/getcertified/certification_pt.aspx

and

NSCA CSCS

http://www.nsca-cc.org/


Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCSs) are professionals who apply scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs and provide guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention. Recognizing that their area of expertise is separate and distinct, CSCSs consult with and refer athletes to other professionals when appropriate.

and

IFPA

http://www.ifpa-fitness.com/default.aspx

Make a Comparison yourself:

http://www.ifpa-fitness.com/_certVScert_industry_comparison.aspx#How%20does%20the%20IFPA%20compare%20to%20other%20certifications

^_^ good luck

Answer 2

http://www.weighttraining.com