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The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) works with hundreds of schools across the nation. Whether you are looking to begin your career as a certified personal trainer while also earning your diploma, or want to pursue your bachelor’s or master’s degree while earning credentials in the fields of corrective exercise & sports performance, our partner schools are a great resource to help augment your learning preferences.

Your career as a health and fitness professional is a simple search away. With our robust search below, you can be one step closer to beginning the career of your dreams!

“I knew that I loved attending Life Time Fitness as a member, and that NASM was one of the most sought after certifications; those two things together created a program in which I felt confident. I look forward to working one-on-one with dedicated people and helping them live life the way that they want to.” - Jaime Geoffroy, Life Time Academy Student

Featured Partner Schools

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Albuquerque School of Massage Therapy & Health Sciences
Albuquerque School of Massage Therapy and Health Sciences is partnering with NASM to present the Certified Personal Training Program.   Students will learn the fundamentals of exercise, sports performance, and fitness nutrition.  The hands-on nature of the course will help students prepare to pass NASM’s CPT examination and then go onto a successful, diverse career as a personal trainer.

Diploma offered: Associate of Occupational Therapy

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
Albuquerque,New Mexico
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American Fitness and Nutrition Academy

The American Fitness and Nutrition Academy (AFNA), in partnership with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), strives to place our Diploma Fitness and Nutrition Trainer graduates in premiere athletic clubs, physical therapy clinics, and corporate wellness programs nationwide. Our state-licensed career fitness program combines hundreds of hours of live, classroom-taught instruction with hands-on client training application at top-of-market athletic clubs. Day and Evening classes available. Flexible tuition plans. Veterans Education Benefits (GI Bill) approved!

Diploma offered: Advanced Fitness & Nutrition Training

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES

Campus Location(s):
Pasadena,California
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American Public University

American Public University (APU) is a NASM Academic Partner Institution and a member of the regionally accredited American Public University System. APU offers online Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Sports and Health Sciences with monthly class starts and affordable tuition.

APU students completing the specified course requirement have the option to sit for the certification examination offered by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) to become a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).

Diploma offered: Bachelor's & Master's degrees

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
Worldwide Online Program,Prince Edward Island
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American School of Technology

The American School of Technology is a nationally accredited, post-secondary institution. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).  The school is also approved by the Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools and the U. S. Department of Education and is eligible to offer Title IV financial aid to those who qualify.

We offer educational programs on the certificate and diploma level in a variety of fields, including Personal Fitness Training, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Medical Assisting, Medical Coding and Billing Specialist, Electronic Systems Technician and Business Administration. The school has been in Columbus, OH for over 30 years and continues to serve a variety of diverse, multi-age students looking for training in growing, employable industries.

Diplomas and Certificates Offered

NASM Certification Offered: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

NASM Continuing Education Offered: Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), Senior Fitness Specialist (SFS)

Campus Location(s):
Columbus,Ohio
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AmeriTech College

Since 1979 AmeriTech College has specialized in health related programs. NASM is therefore a perfect academic partner ensuring the AmeriTech Personal Fitness Trainer Program meets the standards and quality necessary for students to develop the skills and disposition to become a competent professional in the fitness industry.

Graduates of this program have the option to sit for the certification examination offered by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) to become a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).

Diploma Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
Provo,Utah
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Arlington Medical Institute

NASM and AMI partnered in 2011 to deliver exceptional training to prepare students to sit for the Certified Personal Trainer Credential.

Diploma Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
Arlington,Texas
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Atlanta School of Massage

We are committed to a holistic, integrated approach to wellness education. Our school is the largest accredited massage school in the Southeast. We also offer a Personal Trainer Program and an Esthetics Program. Our teaching clinic, SensAbility, enables our students’ hands on experience with the public. That aspect alone gives our graduates the important advantage of real time experience.

Certificates Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
Atlanta,Georgia
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Avila Unversity

Founded in 1916, Avila University is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and is a fully accredited comprehensive regional institution of higher education and a member of the Missouri State System of Higher Education.

Bachelors & Masters Degrees Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES

Campus Location(s):
Kansas City,Missouri
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Azusa Pacific University
The bachelor’s of science in Applied Exercise Science (AES) in the department of Exercise and Sport Science is designed to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to become health fitness and human performance specialists through a strong academic and applied background, leading to professional certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).

Bachelor's Degree Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Azusa,California
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Borough of Manhattan Community College

The Borough of Manhattan Community College Center’s workforce development programs address the workforce needs of the City’s high-growth/high-demand industries by creating a stronger pool of qualified applicants for the local employers.  Qualified employees equate to increased employee retention, which in turn creates increased shared value for our local community. We are delighted to add NASM’s Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification to our list of cutting-edge programs.

Certificates, Non-credit, Certificate, Certification Programs Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
New York,New York
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Branford Hall Career Institute

Branford Hall, a leader in career-focused education for over four decades, provides hands-on training in Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Diploma Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
Windsor,Connecticut
Branford,Connecticut
Springfield,Massachusetts
Southington,Connecticut
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Brunswick Community College
Brunswick Community College has been an accredited public community college since 1979 in Bolivia, North Carolina. Our Economic and Workforce Development/Continuing Education program promotes the concept of lifelong learning by providing meaningful educational experiences that will help adults meet occupational and professional goals and fulfill social and personal needs. Brunswick Community College Economic and Workforce Development/Continuing Education program has now partnered with the NASM program in offering the Certified Personal Trainer program. Upon completion of this course and national exam students will have the tools that are needed to become a leader in the fitness industry.

Degrees/Diplomas offered: Associate, Diploma, Certificate

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT


Campus Location(s):
Bolivia,North Carolina
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California Healing Arts College
California Healing Arts College is the first ACCSC accredited member school in California and Los Angeles to offer a comprehensive and professional twelve (12) month NCCA-accredited Personal Fitness Trainer certification in academic partnership with the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
West Los Angeles,California
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California University of Pennsylvania
Founded in 1852, CalU is a fully accredited comprehensive regional institution of higher education and a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.

Masters, Post-graduate Certificates Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Worldwide Online Program,Wyoming
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Career Colleges of America
CCA has partnered with NASM to combine experience in quality instruction and student relations with the expertise in the fitness industry!

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Los Angeles,California
Gardena,California
San Bernardino,California
South Gate,California
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Clark College
Clark College is an accredited public community college located in Vancouver, Washington. Established in 1933, Clark is the largest single-campus community college in Washington state, based on 2011-2012 full-time equivalents (FTEs). Committed to student success, the Clark College Vision is:

“Extraordinary Education.  Excellent Services.  Engaged Learners.  Enriched Community.”

Associates Degree Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT,CES, PES, FNS
Campus Location(s):
Vancouver,Washington
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Coastal Carolina Community College
Coastal Carolina Community College’s Division of Continuing Education is offering in partnership with NASM a 306-hour Certified Personal Trainer program.  This course introduces students to the fundamentals of the personal fitness training profession.  Upon successful completion of the course students will be prepared to take NASM’s Certified Personal Trainer examination.

Certificate Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Jacksonville,North Carolina
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Community Care College
Community Care College, a nationally accredited leader in career education over the last fifteen years, provides a hands-on approach through the Fitness and Health Trainer program and prepares students for a successful career in the emergent health and fitness industry.

Associates, Diplomas & Certificates Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Tulsa,
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Concordia University Chicago
Concordia University Chicago partnered with NASM to design three online graduate programs that meet the needs of professionals in the health and fitness industry.

Master of Science in Applied Exercise Science Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Worldwide Online Program | CUC,Rhode Island
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Concordia University Irvine
The goal of the Exercise and Sport Science Division is to develop students' cognitive, affective, and psychomotor abilities as preparation for a lifetime of learning. The Division presents conceptual and applied content that includes the areas of athletic training, teacher education, exercise science, rehabilitation, wellness, coaching, and sport management.

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sport Science emphasis in rehabilitation, pedagogy, Exercise Science, Coaching

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Irvine,California
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Cornerstone International College
Cornerstone International College, located in Union City, California, is an institution that offers educational programs for individuals pursuing the career opportunities of their dream. Cornerstone College offers various programs that are designed to lead to employment in some of the country's fastest-growing occupations, as projected by the US Department of Labor. Our Certified Personal Fitness Trainer Program will provide students the confidence and practical skills needed to become a professional Certified Personal Trainer through our partnership with the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
Campus Location(s):
Union City,California
Dasmarinas,
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East Stroudsburg University
NASM and East Stroudsburg University teamed up in 2011 to deliver the exciting personal training, performance enhancement and corrective exercise specialist programs to students interested in enhancing their credentials in conditioning. The student can be prepared in the areas of NASM CPT (Certified Personal Trainer), the NASM CES (Corrective Exercise Specialist), and the NASM PES (Performance Enhancement Specialist).A primary objective of this program is to prepare the student for employment requiring advanced knowledge and skills, and to make the student a potential candidate for specialty certifications.

Certificates Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
East Stroudsburg,Pennsylvania
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Focus Personal Training Institute
The Focus Personal Training Institute is a New York State Department of Education licensed school that offers evidence-based education and practical skills training for personal trainers. Courses are offered year round and are taught by the industry’s leading educators.

300 Hour Personal Trainer Course Certificate of Completion Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
New York,New York
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Frederick Community College
Frederick Community College awards associate of arts, associate of arts in teaching, associate of applied sciences and associate of sciences degrees and certificates of accomplishment in more than 50 fields of study. Many students select transfer programs that allow them to continue on to a four-year college for a baccalaureate degree. The college offers an array of career-oriented programs that prepare students for immediate employment after graduation. The continuing education/customized training division offers noncredit courses in business, computers, real estate, and general interest, as well as contract training for business and industry.

Associate Degrees, Certifications, and Letters of Recognition Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Frederick,Maryland
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Glendale Community College
The Fitness & Wellness Department at Glendale College prepares fitness professionals with several certificate and degree options: Personal Trainer Certificate of Completion (CCL); Group Fitness CCL; Nutrition for Fitness Professionals CCL; Personal Training Specialist CCL; and Associates in Applied Science (AAS) in Strength, Nutrition and Personal Training.

Campus Location(s):
Glendale,Arizona
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Go Primal Fitness and Training Institute
Working in tandem with NASM, the experienced, credentialed faculties of Go Primal Fitness and the Cambrea Institute develop personal trainers who are masters in the arts and sciences of fitness, and equally important, at helping clients reinvent the possible.

Go Primal Fitness and the Cambrea Institute are located in Gainesville, in north central Florida. We bring together a talented, experienced, highly qualified team of instructors under the direction of Vincent Cambrea, Coach Chris White, and Will Boggs, MD. Our curriculum is a blend of academic work on line and in the classroom, and rigorous hands-on training in the gym.

Campus Location(s):
Gainesville,Florida
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Guardian College LLC
The Personal Trainer program is offered at Guardian College as an onsite educational program with lab sessions located at nearby Idaho Athletic Club locations.

Certificates and Diplomas Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES
Campus Location(s):
Meridian,Idaho
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Gwinnett College
Gwinnett College has been serving Gwinnett County and the metro Atlanta area for over 35 years. Our programs are designed with a career in mind and we offer programs in the medical, legal, business, massage, and fitness fields.

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Atlanta,Georgia
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Heritage College and Heritage Institute
Heritage College and Heritage Institute provide career services at no additional cost, as well as alumni support for its diverse student population. Education programs include: Therapeutic Massage, X-Ray Medical Technician® - Medical Assistant, Esthetics (skin care), Surgical Technician, Personal Trainer, Dental Assisting and Dental Radiology, Hospital and Health Services Management®, and Pharmacy Technician.  Heritage also recently began offering continuing education courses in Yoga.  Please note that programs may not be offered at all campuses. For more information about Heritage, visit http://www.heritage-education.com/cp_personaltrainer.htm or call (888) 334-7339.
Campus Location(s):
Oklahoma,Oklahoma
Fort Myers,Florida
Wichita,Kansas
Jacksonville,Florida
Little Rock,Arkansas
Denver,Colorado
Kansas City,Missouri
Columbus,Ohio
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IntelliTec College
IntelliTec College in Colorado Springs has partnered with NASM to offer a top-notch professional Personal Trainer program preparing students for successful careers in the health and fitness industry.

Diploma offered: Associate of Occupational Studies degree in Personal Trainer

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, FNS
Campus Location(s):
Colorado Springs,Colorado
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Lexington Healing Arts Academy
Lexington Healing Arts Academy believes in preparing students with education in the field of study, business and communication skills, and networking and placement assistance to provide the strongest foundation for success in their careers.
Campus Location(s):
Lexington,Kentucky
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Life Time Academy
Life Time Academy is the only school to offer two comprehensive new training programs, offering a unique combination of classroom and practical, real-life experience.

Diploma Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Colorado Springs,Colorado
Rochester Hills,Michigan
Dallas,Texas
Denver,Colorado
Minneapolis,Minnesota
Washington D.C.,
Houston,Texas
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Long Island University, School of Health Professionals
The School of Health Professions at Long Island University is dedicated to providing superior quality education and conducting leading research in the health professions as avenues to outstanding career opportunities for a diverse student body. The School is dedicated to providing professional expertise to the people of Brooklyn and New York to serve the community health care and health education needs.

Masters of Science in Exercise Science Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)
Campus Location(s):
Brooklyn,New York
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Lovingood Fitness Lounge & Spa
Lovingood Fitness Lounge & Spa is a full functioning fitness gym.  Offering quality health programs and education. “The new gym experience”. Lovingood Fitness & Training Course, provides comprehensive programs on CPT, nutrition group fitness, and Health & Fitness Business coaching.

Campus Location(s):
Huntington,New York
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Medical Arts School
The Medical Arts School partnership with NASM began in 2011 at our Gwinnett College campus in the Atlanta area. We have been pleased to see that the personal training community is as impressed with the NASM philosophy as we have been.

Certificates and Diplomas Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
Campus Location(s):
Raleigh,North Carolina
Lilburn,Georgia
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Missouri College
Missouri College is a provider of future-focused education in a supportive learning environment assisting students with career opportunities while being student-centered and responsive to employment trends.

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Brentwood,Missouri
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Northwest Vista College
The Personal Fitness Trainer program will prepare students for technical careers in the professional fitness industry. Students will possess the knowledge and technical skills to work as a Personal Fitness Trainers. Appropriate preparation for these occupations is ensured by the curriculum design and instruction methods used in the fitness industry. Students will gain extensive practical experience in many areas, including fitness evaluation & testing, wellness, injury prevention, exercise activity design and facility operations.

NVC offers over fifty different Associates of Arts, Associates of Science, Associates of Applied Science Degrees, and Certifications.

NASM Credentials offered: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
Campus Location(s):
San Antonio,Texas
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NPTI California

NPTI has paired up with NASM to give you an incredible hands-on education that will fully prepare you to enter the competitive job force. You will receive a state-licensed diploma and you will be prepared to challenge the NCCA accredited NASM Certification upon completion.  This 500 hour course involves 200 hours at a gym training and 300 hours in the classroom.

Diploma Offered

NASM Certification Offered: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

NASM Continuing Education Offered: Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), LifeSpan Fitness Specialist (LFS)

Campus Location(s):
Santa Monica,
Costa Mesa,California
San Diego,
Dublin,
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NPTI Colorado
NPTI Colorado is an accredited post-secondary career technical school offering a comprehensive 600-hour / 30-week program using the NASM – CPT text and focusing on the basics of personal training (anatomy, physiology, program design, exercise science) as well as the BUSINESS of personal training.  Our unique elective program features the NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) and NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) content.
Campus Location(s):
Colorado Springs,Colorado
Denver,Colorado
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NXT Rep Fitness Academy
NXT Rep Fitness Academy and NASM have formed a partnership focused on presenting select students a 30-day, low-cost option to attain CPT certification which features classroom lecture, hands-on functional application with actual clients, guaranteed small class size, and is centered on preparing students for immediate placement in the fitness industry.

NXT Rep Fitness Academy is located inside NXT Rep Fitness Gym in Dallas, TX its a 5,000 sq ft dynamic fitness facility outfitted with current training equipment, large classrooms, and a very active client base. Visit us online at www.NXTRepFitness.com for more information!

NASM Credentials Offered: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
Campus Location(s):
Worldwide Online, Dallas/Ft. Worth,Texas
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Oregon State University
The OSU Fitness and Nutrition option brings together a strong focus in exercise physiology and exercise programming with a foundation in nutrition, which uniquely prepares our graduates to promote health while working with the public in a fitness setting.

Bachelor of Science Degrees Offered: Athletic training; Exercise Science: Options in Applied Exercise and Sport Science, Fitness and Nutrition, Physical Education Teacher Education, and Pre-Therapy and Allied Health

Campus Location(s):
Corvallis,Oregon
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Point Loma Nazarene University
In 2011, Point Loma Nazarene University joined forces with NASM in offering a bachelor degree program for health fitness and human performance professionals.

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Masters Degrees Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
San Diego,California
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PTPro Academy
People that want more than a home study program attend the PTPro Academy. Taking the time with an educated and experienced instructor in a real health club environment will pay off in many ways. Why not invest in yourself and your education to assure your successful career as a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer!

Diploma Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Boise,Idaho
San Francisco,California
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Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMUoHP) is located at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in Provo, UT. RMUoHP is a regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). RMUoHP an exclusive graduate degree granting institution, which specializes in evidence-based practice education.    
Campus Location(s):
Worldwide Online,Utah
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Sanford-Brown College
The mission of Sanford-Brown College is to support the needs of a diverse student population by providing quality, flexible and career-focused education that specializes in technical and nontechnical fields of study with a focus on allied healthcare professions.

Certificates Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES
Campus Location(s):
Skokie,Illinois
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Santa Barbara City College
Welcome to SBCC/NASM Partnership!  We are proud to offer students interested in careers in physical education, athletic training, personal fitness training, strength and conditioning for sports teams, coaching, or health and wellness the opportunity to study evidence-based curriculum in a supportive learning environment overlooking the Pacific Ocean!

Associate Arts in Physical Education Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Santa Barbara,California
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Tennessee State University
From our founding in 1912 as a Nashville-based normal school, Tennessee State University has grown into a nationally recognized academic institution. Students from at least 42 states and 45 countries choose TSU to further their education in more than 45 bachelor’s degree programs, 24 master’s degree options, and seven doctoral areas.

Diplomas Offered: M.A.Ed in Human Performance Sports Sciences with concentrations in Exercise Science and Sports Administration B.A. in Human Performance and Sports Sciences with concentrations in Exercise Science, pre-Athletic Training and Physical Education- Minor in Personal Training

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Nashville,
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Texas Academy of Sports Medicine
3 Month NASM-CPT Certification Program taught by seasoned professionals that gives each graduate a solid understanding and hands-on experience with the OPT model, as well as success strategies to prepare students to thrive in the fitness industry.

Certifications Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Houston,Texas
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U Train U
U Train U offers local, consistent Health & Fitness professional education certifications and continuing education with an approved instructor to ensure the student is able to ask questions and demonstrate what they have learned in a functional learning environment.

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES, SFS, YES, MMACS, FNS
Campus Location(s):
Dallas/Fort Worth,
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University of Charleston
NASM and the University of Charleston have partnered to provide additional academic and clinical knowledge for athletic trainers.

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Charleston,
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University of Maryland, College Park
The undergraduate educational mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to enable students to develop an interdisciplinary knowledge of kinesiology, value physical activity and its integration within the discipline, and understand how kinesiologists work to improve the health and well-being of individuals and society.The undergraduate educational mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to enable students to develop an interdisciplinary knowledge of kinesiology, value physical activity and its integration within the discipline, and understand how kinesiologists work to improve the health and well-being of individuals and society.

Bachelor's Degree Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
College Park,Maryland
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University of Nevada, Las Vegas

NASM and the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) are partnering together to offer a course designed to prepare individuals for a career in personal training. Through classroom learning, hands on experiences and an internship students will be prepared to pass the NASM exam and become a fitness professional.

Masters, Doctorate, Bachelors Degrees Offered

NASM Credentials offered: CPT

Campus Location(s):
Las Vegas,
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University of Northern Colorado
The School of Sport and Exercise Science has a long and distinguished history of preparing individuals to assume leadership roles in sport and physical activity settings, and subscribes to the philosophy that physical activity and sport contribute to the overall quality of life.

Bachelors of Science, Masters of Science, Doctor of Philosophy Degrees Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES, PES
Campus Location(s):
Greeley,
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Vatterott College Personal Fitness & Nutrition Center

In 1969, Vatterott College began providing career training to students seeking career skills for a better life. In 2003, Vatterott Educational Centers, Inc. was established as the parent company of Vatterott College.

Today, Vatterott serves a diverse student population across 19 locations in 9 states, as well as a vibrant online community.  Each of these institutions take pride in serving both the student population and the local communities that help continue the Vatterott tradition. Vatterott continues to grow by offering additional diploma and degree programs, launching new locations, and looking for other opportunities to grow and improve our student services. Through this effort, Vatterott was recently named a G.I. Jobs Military Friendly School.  

Vatterott offers programs in the fields of Business, Medical, Technical, Trades, Cosmetology, Dental, Legal, Personal Fitness, and Veterinary, as well as many continuing education opportunities. All programs are industry-relevant and designed to support the Vatterott mission of providing career skills for a better life.

Campus Location(s):
Olivette,
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WellSpring School of Allied Health
WellSpring is a nationally accredited career college focused exclusively on the health and wellness field, with a 25 year history of success in the Midwest.  Our diploma and degree programs offer excellent value and are designed to get students trained, certified and into their new career, usually in less than a year.   Our Personal Training Program, like our Massage and Medical Assisting programs, will give you the tools needed to transform your passion into an exciting new career.  The Personal Training program at WellSpring offers three separate NASM credentials, including CPT, FNS and CES. Plus extensive training in general wellness, best methods for training special populations, and other longevity enhancing practices for all populations.

Personal Training & Wellness Diploma Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, FNS, CES

Campus Location(s):
Kansas City,Missouri
Lawrence,Kansas
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West Valley College
West Valley College is excited about the recent partnership with the NASM that will provide access to an affordable and comprehensive Exercise Science program available to students interested in a career in the health and fitness industry.

Associate Arts Degree Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT
Campus Location(s):
Saratoga,California
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Wright Career College
Wright Career College offers a diploma and an Academic Associate’s degree for the fitness career path.

Diploma and Associates Degree Offered

NASM Credentials Offered: CPT, CES
Campus Location(s):
Overland Park,Kansas
Wichita,Kansas
Tulsa,Oklahoma
Oklahoma City,Oklahoma
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Alexandria Technical College
Campus Location(s):
Alexandria,
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Brigham Young University
Campus Location(s):
Laie,
Salt Lake City,
Rexburg,Idaho
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Bryan College
Campus Location(s):
Sacramento,California
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Cuesta College
Campus Location(s):
San Luis Obispo,California
Arroyo Grande,
Paso Robles,California
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Diablo Valley College
Campus Location(s):
Pleasant Hills,
San Ramon,California
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Duquesne University
Campus Location(s):
Pittsburgh,
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Florida International University
Campus Location(s):
Miami,Florida
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Fresno State University
Campus Location(s):
Fresno,California
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Los Angeles Harbor College
Campus Location(s):
Wilmington,California
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: MiraCosta College
Campus Location(s):
Oceanside,California
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Moorpark College
Campus Location(s):
Moorpark,California
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: National Personal Training Institute

NPTI has paired up with NASM to give you an incredible hands-on education that will fully prepare you to enter the competitive job force. You will receive a state-licensed diploma and you will be prepared to challenge the NCCA accredited NASM Certification upon completion.  This 500 hour course involves 200 hours at a gym training and 300 hours in the classroom.

Diploma Offered

NASM Certification Offered: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

NASM Continuing Education Offered: Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), LifeSpan Fitness Specialist (LFS)

Campus Location(s):
Lyndhurst,New Jersey
Lisle,Illinois
Chicago,Illinois
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Rochester Hills,Michigan
Brooklyn Park,Minnesota
Charlotte,North Carolina
Portland,Oregon
Vienna,Virginia
Dagsboro,Delaware
Norwalk,Connecticut
Dublin,California
Johns Creek,Georgia
Raleigh,North Carolina
Indianapolis,Indiana
Seattle,Washington
San Diego,California
Orlando,Florida
Sacramento,California
Philadelphia,Pennsylvania
Toronto,Ontario
Houston,Texas
Waltham,Massachusetts
Newport Beach,California
Santa Monica,California
Anchorage,Alaska
Tempe,Arizona
Dallas,Texas
Tampa,Florida
McDonough,Georgia
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: North Dakota State University
Campus Location(s):
Fargo,North Dakota
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: NPTI Orlando Residential Campus
NPTI has partnered with NASM to give you an incredible college level education that will fully prepare you to enter the competitive business of Personal Training. You will receive a Diploma in Personal Training and an NCCA accredited NASM certification at graduation. This 500 hour program involves 200 hours client personal training simulation in a private studio facility and 300 hours of college level theory.   

Diploma in Personal Training, Nutrition consultation and eligible to sit for the ITEC International exam.

NASM Certification Offered: Certified Personal Training (CPT)
Campus Location(s):
New Mexico,New Mexico
Arkansas,
Wyoming,Wyoming
Idaho,Idaho
Wisconsin,Wisconsin
North Dakota,North Dakota
Mississippi,Mississippi
Iowa,Iowa
Nebraska,Nebraska
Tennessee,Tennessee
Kentucky,Kentucky
Vermont,Vermont
Alabama,Alabama
Utah,Utah
South Dakota,
Colorado,Colorado
Maine,Maine
South Carolina,South Carolina
Kansas,Kansas
Montana,Montana
Missouri,
Nevada,Nevada
Maryland,Maryland
Orlando,Florida
West Virginia,West Virgina
Louisiana,Louisiana
New Hampshire,New Hampshire
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Ohio Wesleyan University
Campus Location(s):
Delaware,Ohio
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Oklahoma State University
Campus Location(s):
Oklahoma City,
Stillwater,Oklahoma
Tulsa,Oklahoma
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Saint Paul College
Campus Location(s):
Saint Paul,
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: Texas State University
Campus Location(s):
San Marcos,
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: University of Georgia
Campus Location(s):
Athens,Georgia
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: University of Illinois - Urbana/Champaign
Campus Location(s):
Urbana-Champaign,Illinois
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: University Of Iowa
Campus Location(s):
Iowa City,Iowa
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Your NASM Academic Advocate: University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Campus Location(s):
Chapel Hill,North Carolina
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