What you'll learn
The prevalence of people enduring chronic conditions or joint or muscle pain is incredibly high. This bundle will give you a comprehensive understanding of how to take a functional approach to fitness and provide personalized programs that will help clients restore their confidence in performing activities of daily living and regain an active lifestyle.
With the ACE Personal Trainer Basic Study Program, you will learn the latest evidence-based exercise fundamentals, principles of behavior change and client-centered methodologies you can apply from the start. And with CPR/AED Smart Certification, you'll meet the requirements to take an ACE Personal Trainer Exam.
After becoming an ACE Personal Trainer, the Corrective Exercise Specialist Program will provide you with the critical foundational knowledge of functional anatomy, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of how anatomy and biomechanics apply to function.
You will learn to create safe and effective programs using assessment considerations and identify appropriate exercises that can be immediately put into practice, enabling your clients to confidently resume their daily activities.
Plus, make a more positive impact in the lives of your clients with our very own equity, diversity and inclusion course filled with actionable steps you can apply to your everyday practice.
What's in your bundle?
Certification
ACE Personal Trainer Basic Study Program
Get the most current, highest quality education available and earn the most recognizable certification in the industry.
The learning experience is 100% online and self-paced, and takes at least 3-6 months to complete. When ready, you will complete the ACE Personal Trainer exam of your choice. Upon completion of the exam, you will be an ACE Personal Trainer, ready to coach clients!
What's included:
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ACE Universityx
The core of your study program where you will receive step-by-step guidance from start to finish, moving from learning to applying. With an intuitive learning platform, compatible on any device, learning is at your fingertips. ACE U helps you plan, manage and track your course syllabus and offers engaging videos, ACE in Action demonstrations, helpful quizzes and learning activities, and your first practice test.
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Exam Optionsx
You have two options for your ACE Personal Trainer Exam:
- ACE Personal Training Certificate Exam (Non-proctored) – included with all study programs is a 100% online, open-book exam. This is a non-accredited certificate program.
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer Exam (NCCA-accredited) – choose from an in-person proctored exam at a location near you, or an online exam through a Live Remote Proctor.
Learn more about Live Remote Proctor here.
ACE Personal Training Certificate Exam (Non-proctored)xIncluded with all Study Programs, this exam assesses if you meet the level of competence necessary to earn an ACE Personal Training Certificate.
Upon completion you will earn:
- An ACE Personal Training Certificate
- Digital credentials to display online
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The designations of:
- ACE Personal Trainer
- ACE Pro
- Access to exclusive ACE Pro Career Support
Exam details:
- 100% online, open-book exam
- 100 multiple choice questions
- 3 hours to complete
- Unlimited attempts to pass
- Take whenever you're ready, no expiration date
- Instant exam results and digital certificate delivery
- Requires a score of 70% or greater to pass
ACE Certified Personal Trainer Exam (NCCA-accredited)xAvailable for JUST $99.00 as an optional add-on with all Study Programs, this exam assesses if you meet the level of competence necessary to earn an NCCA-accredited ACE Personal Trainer Certification–the highest level of excellence.
Upon completion you will earn:
- An NCCA-accredited ACE Personal Trainer Certification
- Digital credentials to display online
- The designations of:
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- ACE Pro
- Access to exclusive ACE Pro Career Support
- Profile information on the Find an ACE Pro web page directory
- Recognition on the U.S. Registry of Exercise Professionals (USREPS.org)
Exam details:
- In-person or online, live proctored exam
- 150 multiple choice questions
- 3 hours to complete
- Retake available
- Instant exam results and digital certificate delivery
- Requires a score of 500 or greater to pass
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Practice Testx
Test your readiness to take the ACE Personal Trainer Exam. Number of tests vary based on your Study Program from one (1) to four (4). Each test is unique and can be taken as many times as you like.
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ACE Personal Trainer Digital Textbookx
Rooted in the latest evidence-based research in exercise science and deep integration of behavior change, The Exercise Professional's Guide to Personal Training textbook is the main resource of your study program. This new, all-in-one textbook delivers essential knowledge, case studies and ACE methodologies in an easy to understand way so you can efficiently prepare for your exam and use it as a resource as you begin to work with clients and move through your career.
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ACE Personal Trainer Digital Study Companionx
As a supplement to The Exercise Professional's Guide to Personal Training textbook, the Study Companion focuses on multiple levels of learning through a combination of questions and practical application activities. It will help you not only prepare for your exam with confidence, but also be a knowledgeable and effective personal trainer.
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ACE Answers (Basic)x
Enhance your learning and be confident in your readiness to take the ACE Personal Trainer Exam with on-demand study support from ACE Answers. ACE Answers Basic includes:
- Answers to common study questions
- Video demonstrations and lectures
- Exam preparation articles
- Facebook study groups
- ACE Exercise Library
- Tools & calculators
- Career forms
*Digital eBooks compatible with desktops (Mac & PC), tablets and smartphones (iOS & Android) only. Cannot be printed.
CECs
Course
Corrective Exercise Specialist Program
As an ACE Corrective Exercise Specialist, you will design programs for clients affected by chronic conditions or injuries, empowering them to regain daily function and move with confidence.
You must first hold an ACE Credential before completing this online course to earn Continuing Education Credits (CECs).
What's included:
- Corrective Exercise eBook
- Corrective Exercise Learning Activity
- Corrective Exercise Recorded Video
- Corrective Exercise Online Quiz
CECs
Course
CPR/AED Smart Certification
Fulfill all CPR/AED requirements needed for ACE Certification anywhere, anytime in just 90 minutes or less.
CPR/AED Certification is required to take an ACE Personal Trainer Exam.
CECs
Ethics Course
Taking Action With ACE: Practicing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as a Health and Exercise Professional
Be better equipped to support traditionally marginalized groups and create an inviting environment that enhances client engagement and retention.
You must first hold an ACE Credential before completing this online course to earn Continuing Education Credits (CECs).
Join a family that helps you thrive throughout your career!
ACE is a leading non-profit with 90,000+ certified exercise professionals and health coaches who share a mission to get people moving. We promise to support you beyond certification and through the different stages of your career. As an ACE Pro, you'll get access to exclusive networks, resources, tools and discounts, including:
- ACE® Pro Compass
- ACE Job Board
- ACE Pro Connect™ App
- Digital Credentials
- Profile in the USREPS national registry
- Certified™ Magazine, a free monthly digital publication
- Discounted liability insurance
- Discounts and special offers on clothing, equipment, memberships and more
- Voice in Washington and state capitals
American Council on Exercise reserves the right to discontinue the sale or support of any product at any time, to remove, correct, or update content based on current industry standards, guidelines, or technological advances. Notification will be given to those who have purchased such products six months prior to expiration. No refund will be given for expiring products.
BUNDLE!
- ACE Personal Trainer Basic Study Program
- Corrective Exercise Specialist Program
- CPR/AED Smart Certification
- Taking Action with ACE: Practicing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as a Health and Exercise Professional course Included for FREE!
A $1,175 value! $705