NPTI - Personal Trainer Certification

500 Hour Personal Training Program

The main objective of The National Personal Training Institute's (hereinafter sometimes referred to as "NPTI") program is to train each individual in the art and science of Personal Training. The knowledge and skills acquired by the students will prepare them for the occupation of a personal trainer. The program is also suitable for those who are adding skills to their profession as health care workers in nursing, physical or occupational therapy or any other related field.

*Residential Program

Our residential program in Orlando, FL offers the following:

• Complete the program in ONLY 4 months.
• Free Job Placement Assistance.
• Includes 200 Hours of Hands-on Gym Time.
• Location!!! Learn in the Vacation Capital of the World!
• Live in beautifully furnished vacation Villas.
• Innovative, Comprehensive and Unique Program.
• Challenge your mind and your body.
• An excellent way to lose weight and get into shape both physically and mentally.

Our Mission

The National Personal Training Institute is committed to providing a high standard of education to each student. The National Personal Training Institute seeks to prepare its students with the specialized training needed to enter the work force and contribute to the community.

We provide well qualified instructors and a curriculum that provides The National Personal Training Institute with the ability to release skilled personal trainers into the workforce. Our objective is to provide our students with the knowledge and confidence that every personal trainer needs and deserves. We stand by our word to provide you with a unique and comprehensive course.

Training Program

Our 500 hour comprehensive course contains 300 hours of classroom teaching, plus 200 hours of supervised, hands on gym time. Together, this gives the student one of the most comprehensive courses to date.

100 Hours Theory

• Legal guidelines
• Business management
• Starting your own business
• Client evaluations
• Program design
• Making a business plan
• Getting insurance
• And, much, much more...

100 Hours Nutrition

• Foods, fads, & Myths
• Habits & beliefs
• Carbohydrates, fats, & proteins
• Vitamins & minerals
• Energy systems

100 Hours Anatomy & Physiology

• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Cells & Tissues
• Anatomical positions of the body
• Muscle cells
• Terminology
• Kinesiology and all body systems:
  • Skeletal
  • Muscular
  • Pulmonary
  • Nervous
  • Cardiovascular
  • Digestive
  • Endocrine
  • Urinary
  • Integumentary

200 Hours Supervised Gym Time

• Introduction to Fitness centers, program design, fitness classes, gym equipment, etc...
• Learn spotting techniques
• Learn lifting techniques
• Monitor and record results on your classmates.

Graduate Certificate

Students who successfully complete our 500-hour personal training program are awarded a diploma in Personal Training, and CPR /First Aid/ AED certification.

New NCCA accredited certification exam now available from TW-CC!

An announcement was made that the Advanced Certified Personal Trainer (A-CPT) exam was accredited by NCCA. This exam is the next step in raising standards of personal training. Graduates of NPTI are eligible to sit for this exam and take your education to a new level!

Qualifications are:

• 500 Hour State Board of Education Approved Training Program;
  OR
  A Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field from a regionally accredited college or university;
  AND
• Minimum of 200 hours of practical experience
• Current Adult CPR & AED certifications that has a practical skills examination component (such as the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross)

Attention Military Spouses!

Are you the spouse of an active duty member of the Department of Defense or activated member of the National Guard or Reserves? If you are, you can receive up to $6,000.00 towards tuition via the Department of Defense's Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts Program.

If you are interested in any of our programs and would like to find out more, please Request Information.