National Personal Training Institute of Santa Barbara

"The Best Choice for your Personal Trainer and Nutrition Counselor Certification."

IF YOUR CAREER DOESN'T FIT YOU, THEN FIT YOUR CAREER.

Anatomy - Physiology - Kinesiology - Nutrition Science and Counseling - Strength and Conditioning - Cardiovascular Endurance - Advanced Athletic Training - Youth Training, Senior Training, Special Populations Training - Exercise Prescription and Proper Technique - Program Design - One on One Training Experience (lots of it) - Career Business Planning - CPR - Local, National, and International Job Placement Support

No other in-house certification program combines all this into a single, skillfully focused 500 hour curriculum. We are the premiere industry-acclaimed fitness training school for exactly this reason, and hands-down the best choice for anyone serious about a career in fitness. Why do select fitness and personal training managers at top clubs nationwide actively recruit NPTI graduates? Simple: They want the best. MANY OF THEM ARE NPTI GRADUATES THEMSELVES!

NPTI of Santa Barbara's day, evening, and weekend class calendar will fit your schedule - even if you're already working full-time. And be sure to check out our new four month intensive summer program!

Kick off your new career in the beautiful and warm surroundings of the incomparable American Riviera! Our program takes full advantage of the beach, mountains, and other spectacular outdoor venues for your fitness education and enjoyment. Residential location assistance is provided to all enrolled students on request.

Get smart and fit: Enroll today!

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.

** In the State of Arizona it is called a "Certificate of Completion."

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)

Important Questions to Consider Regarding your Personal Training Education:

What do I need to become a successful Personal Trainer?

• Training that fully prepares you to be an exceptional Personal Trainer.
• A skill-set that will make you a sought after trainer wherever you work.

Who Chooses The National Personal Training Institute?

• Those interested in helping others achieve optimum fitness.
• Those wanting to be exceptional Personal Trainers.
• Those who want job satisfaction.
• Those interested in health, wellness and getting into the best shape of their lives.
• Those interested in a cutting edge and comprehensive curriculum.
• Those who want to add to their employment possibilities.
• Entrepreneurial individuals interested in creating their own business and setting their own schedule.
• People who want to make a difference in people's lives.

How does NPTI give you the tools you need to become a successful Personal Trainer?

• Small classes with personal attention given to you.
• Highly skilled and experienced faculty who are professional Personal Trainers and highly effective teachers.
• An atmosphere and a class community that supports your personal and professional growth throughout your education.
• An innovative and cutting edge curriculum.
• Graduate with the hands-on experience necessary to start working the day you graduate.
• A 500-hour comprehensive curriculum.
• 200 hours of hands-on Personal Training experience.

Why now?

• "Two thirds of Americans are either clinically obese (34%) or overweight (32.7%). It is a national epidemic in search of a solution."

  National Center for Health Statistics, January 2009

• "No matter the economic downturn, by necessity, employment in the fitness industry is projected to increase 27% faster than the average of all other professions combined through the year 2016."

  U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-2009

• A rewarding and lucrative career with a strong and solid future - so what are you waiting for? Be part of the Active Lifestyle Solution Revolution: Enroll today!

Where can I work as a Personal Trainer?

• You can work as a Personal Fitness Trainer in Health Clubs, Vacation Resorts, Spas, Private Practices, Fitness Centers, Corporate Programs, Hotels, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, with Athletic Teams and more. All of the top Health Clubs accept the NPTI Certificate! Or, if your plan is to start your own personal training practice, NPTI of Santa Barbara prepares you for that, too.

How can you help make school affordable for me?

• NPTI of Santa Barbara is not just a career investment, it's an investment in your own health, the health of your friends and family, and the health of your clients! Gym membership and all course books are included in your $6300 tuition, and you graduate with an industry-leading, ready-to-work certificate in personal training and nutrition counseling - no need to sit for additional (and expensive) national exams! Tuition rebates and financial aid are available to many enrolling students, and we provide flexible payment options to ensure that the personal and professional goals of future trainers like you can become a reality.

What type of facilities will I be studying at?

• Our schools are modern facilities that have the latest exercise equipment and learning materials for an effective and comfortable learning environment.

Will I get real work experience as a student of NPTI?

• Our training programs are hands-on throughout. As a student at NPTI, you will have many opportunities to experience being a Personal Fitness Trainer during the course of your education. You will learn the ins and outs of fitness program design and nutrition counseling, and you will know exactly how to meet the goals of your future clients through exercise and diet. Proctored fitness sessions start within the first week and continue throughout the entire course. Not only will you be trained yourself, but you will train and counsel your own client/s as well! NO OTHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM OFFERS THIS DEGREE OF OUTSTANDING REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE.

Will I be ready to work when I graduate?

• Learning how to get a job or build your own practice is not just a single workshop. Your instructors are professional Personal Fitness Trainers and educated practitioners of exercise and nutrition science. In addition to formal learning, you learn about the profession from their every-day comments and stories.

Do you offer job placement assistance?

• Yes! Not only do our graduates have the edge when it comes to skills and training, they also benefit from lifetime, nationwide job placement assistance. We don't just train you. We put you to work.

Be the Best: Contact Us Today!

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