NASM Elite

<table> <colgroup> <col> <col> </colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td>Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) All-Inclusive Course</td> <td> <table> <colgroup> <col> <col> </colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td>Course Description</td> <td>Start your career with the gold-standard in personal training certification. NASM is a distinguished name that will stand out to employers, help launch your fitness career, and grow your earning potential in this life-changing industry.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Prerequisites</td> <td> To be eligible for this personal training course, you must have:<br> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED</li> <li>Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification</li> <li>Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification</li> </ul> You may enroll in the self-study course before having your CPR and AED certifications; however, you must have them before you take your exam. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Course Sections</td> <td> <strong>Section 1: Professional Development and Responsibility</strong></br>Define your role, explore career paths, and learn to coach ethically in today’s fitness landscape.<br> <strong>Section 2: Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching</strong></br>Master behavior change, build rapport, and coach with empathy to drive lasting client success.<br> <strong> Section 3: Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutrition Concepts</strong></br>Understand movement, body systems, and nutrition to coach with precision and purpose.<br> <strong>Section 4: Assessment</strong></br>Use assessments to uncover imbalances and personalize programs for measurable progress.<br> <strong>Section 5: Exercise Technique and Training Instruction</strong></br>Apply the OPT™ Model to coach movement confidently across all training modalities.<br> <strong>Section 6: Program Design</strong></br>Design inclusive, goal-driven programs tailored to every client’s needs and conditions. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Exam Details</td> <td> Successful completion of the exam is required to become a Certified Personal Trainer.<br><br> You have 2 exam options:<br> <strong>Option 1. NASM Personal Trainer Certificate (Non-Proctored Exam)</strong></br>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 date of purchase.<br><br> <strong>Option 2. NASM-Certified Personal Trainer (NCCA Accredited Certification Exam)</strong><br>The NCCA is a nationally recognized third-party agency that accredits certification programs which are able to meet and comply with its standards. The NCCA exam is a nationally accredited exam. 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 date of purchase.<br><br> The choice is yours and selecting which exam to take will depend on your goals. </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) Course</td> <td> <table> <colgroup> <col> <col> </colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td>Course Description</td> <td> The NASM Certified Nutrition Coach program equips you with cutting-edge knowledge in nutrition science, coaching strategies, and behavior change. This isn’t about diets that fizzle—it's about helping clients rewrite their relationship with food, make confident choices, and build healthy habits that last. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Prerequisites</td> <td> There are no prerequisites for this course. However, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the many nutrition courses NASM has to offer to prepare for a career in nutrition. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Course Sections</td> <td> <strong>Section 1: Nutritional Science</strong><br>Build a strong foundation in nutrition. Understand the role of a coach, decode macronutrients, and explore hydration, micronutrients, and timing. Guide real-world choices around supplements and alcohol with evidence-based strategies.<br> <strong>Section 2: Behavior Change Strategies</strong><br>Transform client habits. Use psychology and communication techniques to uncover motivations, set goals, and build lasting behavior change.<br> <strong>Section 3: Nutrition Coaching</strong><br>Apply science to everyday life. Assess intake, interpret labels, and guide clients through diets, dining out, and plateaus. Help clients make informed choices and adopt sustainable nutrition habits that support their goals.<br></td> </tr> <tr> <td>Exam Details</td> <td> After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement. </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Corrective Exercise Specialization (CES) Premium Self-Study Course</td> <td> <table> <colgroup> <col> <col> </colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td>Course Description</td> <td> Poor movement limits results—and quality of life. Become the expert who identifies movement inefficiencies, addresses the imbalances, and supports clients achieving more effective, stable, and resilient movement patterns. Corrective Exercise Specialists change lives by building bodies that move better, last longer, and perform at their peak. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Prerequisites</td> <td> There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that candidates have at least one of the following credentials:<br> <ul> <li>NASM CPT Certification</li><br> <li>Bachelor's degree in a health or fitness field</li><br> <li>Accredited health and fitness certification or licensed certification/credential in a healthcare or wellness profession.</li> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Course Sections</td> <td> <strong> Section 1: Introduction to Corrective Exercise Training</strong><br>Lay the foundation for smarter movement. Connect anatomy and the Human Movement System to strategies that reduce injury risk and improve performance. <br> <strong> Section 2: Corrective Exercise Techniques</strong><br>Apply targeted techniques—release, stretch, activate, and integrate—to restore balance and support long-term function. <br> <strong> Section 3: Assessment</strong><br>Pinpoint dysfunctions with posture, movement, and mobility assessments. Use insights to guide personalized corrective strategies.<br> <strong> Section 4: Programming Strategies</strong><br>Design region-specific programs that improve alignment, stability, and recovery. Help clients move better, longer, and stronger. <br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Premium Self-Study Package Content</td> <td> The Premium Self-Study package includes 16 audio lectures, 6 webinars, a suggested study schedule, and exam study guide. <br> <br>The 16 audio lectures thoroughly explore the principles, science, and practical application of corrective exercise, equipping listeners with foundational knowledge in biomechanics, assessment, recovery, and optimal movement strategies. <br> <br>The five webinars provide comprehensive corrective strategies for addressing dysfunctions and improving movement quality across all major regions of the body. <br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Exam Details</td> <td> After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement. </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Performance Enhancement Specialization (PES) Self-Study Course</td> <td> <table> <colgroup> <col> <col> </colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td>Course Description</td> <td> Train smarter to build strong, powerful, resilient athletes. The NASM Performance Enhancement Specialization arms you with the science, strategies, and coaching skills to optimize strength, conditioning, recovery, and performance—no matter the sport, age, or level. This is where elite coaches sharpen their edge and turn potential into results. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Prerequisites</td> <td> There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that candidates have at least one of the following credentials: <ul> <li>NASM CPT Certification</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in a health or fitness field</li> <li>Accredited health and fitness certification or licensed certification from a healthcare or wellness profession</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Course Sections</td> <td> <strong>Section 1: Coaching and Sport Psychology</strong><br>Strengthen the mental edge. Build trust, motivation, and resilience using sport psychology and ethical coaching strategies. <br> <strong> Section 2: Introduction to Sport Science</strong><br>Apply science to performance. Use the OPT™ Model and biomechanics to design smarter, results-driven programs. <br> <strong> Section 3: Assessments, Testing, and Monitoring</strong><br>Evaluate athletes with precision. Use assessments and testing to track progress and tailor training to individual goals. <br> <strong> Section 4: Components of the Integrated Training Model</strong><br>Train across all domains—flexibility, power, speed, strength, and recovery—to build complete, high-performing athletes. <br> <strong> Section 5: Program Design</strong><br>Design customized programs using biomotor development and periodization. Support peak performance and injury resistance. <br> <strong> Section 6: Nutrition and Supplementation</strong><br>Fuel performance with smart nutrition. Apply evidence-based strategies for intake, hydration, and safe supplementation. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Exam Details</td> <td> After completing the course, you will take a timed online exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions.<br> The exam must be completed within 90 minutes. To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%; if you do not, you have up to three attempts to reach this requirement. </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>