How to Choose the Right Personal Trainer Study Bundle
When a person makes the decision to become a Personal Trainer, they are likely filled with excitement about getting started in this dynamic growing field, but may also feel unsure about how the whole certification process works and where to begin. For some, pursuing a certification may be a lifelong dream, while for others it may be a second career or a way to bring in supplemental income while sharing a passion for health and fitness with others. Regardless of what brings you into the industry, your first step is to make sure you are getting the right materials that will best suit your background, education, work experience and preferred learning style. ACE offers three unique study bundles to help you prepare for the certification exam: Standard, Premium and Premium Plus. Here is a breakdown of these certification study bundles to help you determine which one is right for you.
STANDARD
The Standard bundle includes:
Who is the Standard bundle recommended for?
I recommend the Standard bundle for individuals who have a degree in exercise science or a related field, as well as experience working in the industry. Individuals who have already earned an NCCA-accredited Personal Training certification should also consider the Standard bundle. However, if you are more of a visual learner who would benefit from video-based learning and an online study format, I recommend choosing the Premium or Premium Plus bundle.
PREMIUM
The Premium bundle includes:
- The two core study materials (4th edition ACE Personal Trainer Manual and ACE’s Essentials of Exercise Science for Fitness Professionals Manual)
- Master The Manual Study Guide
- Essentials of Exercise Science flashcards
- ACE Academy Elite, which includes the video lecture series, custom progress tracking and two online practice tests
- Online exam review course
- Access to the ACE resource center
- Certification exam voucher
Who is the Premium bundle recommend for?
I recommend the Premium bundle for individuals who do not have a degree in an exercise science-related field or a current NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification, but who may have some experience working in the industry and completed some type of secondary education. The Premium bundle is also a great option if you are considering the Standard bundle, but would like more visual study tools and a structured learning process.
PREMIUM PLUS
The Premium Plus bundle includes:
- The two core study materials (4th edition ACE Personal Trainer Manual and ACE’s Essentials of Exercise Science)
- Master The Manual Study Guide
- Essentials of Exercise Science flashcards
- ACE Academy Elite, which includes the video lecture series, custom progress tracking and two online practice tests
- Online exam review course
- Access to the ACE resource center
- Monthly payment plan and free shipping
- Online fitness math course
- Retest voucher
Who is the Premium Plus bundle for?
I recommend the Premium Plus bundle for individuals who are new to the industry and have no secondary education in the exercise sciences, or for those looking for the best of what ACE has to offer with regard to exam preparation. The Premium Plus bundle, which is the only one to offer a payment plan, is also the preferred package for those who are ready to pursue a certification, but may lack the finances to pay the entire bundle fee all at once. In some cases, just having the retest voucher, which gives you a second shot at the exam, relieves a lot of the stress individuals feel as they are going through the study process. And for a limited time, ACE is including 1.0 free CECs with the purchase of the Premium Plus bundle. This is a great value, as you are required to earn CECs to maintain and renew your certification every two years.
Choosing the right materials to prepare for your certification exam is the first step in your journey, so you want to make sure you are getting the resources that are the best fit for your learning style. If you have any questions about what materials are right for you, please contact one of our educational and certification consultants at 800-825-3636, Ext. 782. We are more than happy to assist you with making the right decision.