Turning your love for fitness into a career is a big leap. Where do you start? What do you need? Choosing the right certification makes all the difference. With unlimited information accessible from the internet and so many available programmes, where do you begin? In this blog, we will explore why the NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) qualification stands out globally and is known as the gold standard and why it could be the ideal starting point for your career in the fitness industry.

In the competitive landscape of the fitness industry, a sole passion for fitness is no longer enough. Clients, gyms and employers are looking for professionals who are not only passionate but also educated, insured and credible. Having a well-recognised certification demonstrates that you understand anatomy, exercise technique, programme design, risk management and communication which are all crucial for safe and effective training.

Being a certified personal trainer isn’t just about knowledge, it is a professional responsibility. Properly educating yourself to train others helps to protect both the trainer and the client by ensuring safety, especially while working with individuals who may have past injuries, health conditions or limited mobility.

Being new in the fitness industry can be challenging and overwhelming. Many are facing challenges like deciding on which qualification is well-recognised, not feeling confident enough to train clients even after the course, how to manage studies alongside a full time job, employability in the fitness industry as well as evolving in the fitness industry.

All these are very real and valid concerns, which is why the NASM-CPT qualification has become a trusted choice for many aspiring trainers worldwide. PFC Academy being the trusted NASM-CPT training provider in Malaysia, we are here to support you as you embark on your fitness journey. 

The NASM-CPT course is built on the OPT ™ (Optimum Performance Training model, a progressive system that teaches you how to assess clients, identify movement issues, build structured programmes tailored to individuals with different goals, from fat loss, muscle gain, injury prevention or general fitness.

Some of the topics covered include: 

In Malaysia and Singapore, we also offer NASM-CPT Live Workshops, a 2 or 3 day practical session that complement the online learning. You will be able to practise client assessments, sharpen your coaching skills, cueing and programme planning under the guidance of well-experienced instructors, thus helping to bridge the theory with the real-world application.

“Now I’m clearer on why I was put through certain workouts and how they’ve helped me move better in daily life. I’ve also come to realise that the interpersonal relationship between a trainer and a client is just as important. I finally understand the principles behind NASM’s approach — and how to apply them in my own routine.” -Elaine Ho, NASM CPT Graduate

“Everything I thought I knew about my body — I didn’t know at all. There were moments when I realised it was truly working, because I was given clear insight into how my body actually functions.” -Minxi, NASM CPT Graduate

“I was once told to perform a squat by a trainer, but I didn’t understand the principle behind it — so it didn’t work. I want to become a better personal trainer for others. With NASM’s science-based approach, I finally understand things I once couldn’t.” -Amelia, NASM CPT Graduate

Why should you choose NASM?

Here’s how you can get started:

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