What type of qualifications do you need to have to be a personal trainer?
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previous training experience, maybe if u have also taken some sort of courses in kinesiology (movement of the body).  or if u show them that u are knowledgeable in a wide range of physical exercises, weights, yoga, core exercises, etc.\nof course if u have a BS is Kinesiology u will have no problem getting the job.\nbut mainly i would say just sell yourself as someone very familiar with different sports and safety protocol, some nutrition, and of course all the machines and different workouts for different people.\nso...if u feel sure u can do this then go for it.  but it can be a tough job if u dont know what ur doing. \nalso check out the link, b/c a lot of places now require certification.\ngood luck!
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Katie:\n\nWhat kind of instruction are you looking for? There are different types of certifications. I would start with the ACE certifications as they are regarded as the most reputable certifications. If you go to any health club across the country, you will see 90% of the personal trainers and fitness instructors have ACE certifications. \n\nI notice on their calendar they will be in your city in August of this year - giving you plenty of time to study and prepare for the exam!  I've provided a link to their schedule and information.  I have also provided a link to my site (shameless plug).  Thanks!\n\nTravis
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1) Work hard\n2) Train "technique"\n3) Have great conditioning (endurance)\n4) Have a great attitude\n\nGood Luck!
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A minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree for entry level jobs, at least a master's degree for research jobs, and a Ph.D and certification to be a professional (like the clinical psychologist). There are not too many opening if you happen to have just a bachelor's degree.
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if you are a boxing trainer should be easy just get in contact with council of you town and get answers from their .. i do think you need a boxing trainer certificate license to do that any way.
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ask yourself what certifications needed to bring into that level
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In the US, to become a physical therapist, you now need to obtain either a masters of doctorate level degree.  Your bachelor's degree should encompass many of the classes that are prerequisite courses for entrance into the professional phase of the program including at least\n1. A year and a half of biology\n2. Anatomy and physiology\n3. Statistics and trigonometry or calculus\n4. Basic, lifespan, and abnormal psychology\n5. A year of chemistry\n6. A year of physics\n\nThis may vary from school to school...\n\nYou will also want to have all  your general education requirements completed by the time you apply for admission to the professional phase.  \n\nThe structure of programs vaires...some are direct admittance...admitting you as a freshman and garauntee a spot in the professional phase of the program as long as you maintain a certain GPA.  Others require you to complete your bachelor's degree and admit you as a grad student to the DPT...some admit you as a senior, you complete your BS degree after the first year and then finish the the master's degree by the end of the third year...it all depends on the school.  \n\nOne place to get started is to visit the APTA website at www.apta.org and view what schools are accredited PT schools.  Then, review which ones you may potentially wish to attend and investigate that program's requiements and structure.  \n\nGood luck!
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Yes, the ACE certification is generally recognized. However, having a variety of certifications from different organizations isn't a bad idea either. The ACSM and YMCA have several generalized personal training certifications, and special interest groups often have other certifications (the Yoga Alliance has yoga instructor certifications, for example). According to the website, "Once you successfully pass the ACE Personal Trainer certification exam you will have demonstrated your knowledge of basic exercise science, nutrition, fitness assessment, exercise programming, and instructional and spotting techniques." If you decide to take the exam, be sure to study ACE recommendations for spotting, instructional techniques, and exercise programming, as these especially may vary from the stances and suggestions provided by other organizations.
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What kind of job? What are your qualifications?
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I've tried most of them and the The National Strength and Conditioning Association is the worldwide authority on strength conditioning specialists and personal trainers. \n\nUnlike any other organization, the NSCA brings together a diverse group of professionals from the sport science, athletic, allied health, and fitness industries.\n\nI researched it extensively when I was doing my own certifications, and you can't go wrong with the NSCA.\n\nhttp://www.nsca.com
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It really depends on what you want.  I definitely feel that there is room for more personal trainers.  There was a recent article talking about how there are some bullshit ass certifications out there that people can get and do all the work at home.  If you think I'm a mad man there's reason for it.\n\nThis is a great field to be in. If you truly care about people and want to help them smile again, this business, this field can do just that.  But are you passionate about it?  Are you willing to do research and learn all that needs to be learned to get there.\n\nI definitely feel it's worth getting a certification and then working at a health club to get some experience and then moving on from there.  You can feel fee to drop me a note and I'll tell you more about it.  I like helping up and coming trainers achieve success.\n\nYou can contact me at http://www.4evertoned.com/contact.html
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According to both state and federal bureaus of labor, the answer is men. However, that does not mean a woman can't do the job.  More men do certain jobs in America than women simply because it's a cultural thing: notice that we still use the term "policeman" and "fireman" and "postman" despite the fact that women have been doing these very jobs, and doing them very well, for years.  There's no more good reasons for women not to be personal trainers than there are for more men not to be nurses.  So if any woman you know is contemplating becoming a personal trainer - tell her to go for it!
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According to the California State Physical Therapy Board, you need to be licensed in this state.  You can find the information for licensure at C:&#92;DOCUME~1&#92;Owner&#92;LOCALS~1&#92;Temp&#92;myphoto.bmp\n\nIn order to qualify for licensure you must pass the National Physical Therapy Examination and the California Law Examination which relates to physical therapy.
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Gym teacher\nPersonal trainer
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wat your qualification!
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If you want to go the traditional route you would need a 4 year degree in teaching  and a teacher's certificate to be able to teach in the public school system.\n\nAnother route is to get National Board Certified. It is, I think, somewhat similar to getting the 4 year degree but I think it is more intense, but again I'm not sure.\n\nEither  way you would need to "prove" yourself by taking a national test, PRAXIS II, pass and complete the necessary courses to be  able to teach.
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Personal qualifications are qualifications of the job that you are looking for 4 example a qualification for a lawyer would be that you have to be good at lawand friendly to people.