Millions of Lives Changed

For over 25 years the National Council on Strength and Fitness has been an international leader in high quality education, training and advocacy for exercise professionals.

160+
Countries

350,000+
Educated Professionals

1 Mission
Inspire you to be your best

All certification exams can be taken online or at your local testing center

Become a Certified Personal Trainer

Our NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification ensures you have the skill and industry recognition necessary to succeed.

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Sport Nutrition Specialist

Learn what fuels elite athletic performance and learn how to use advanced nutritional science to optimize training and athletic performance results.

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Certified Strength Coach

Learn advanced training concepts to optimize athletic development and sport performance with the Certified Strength Coach program.

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Master Trainer

Develop the knowledge that exceeds most college and university programs and be highly employable across the health, fitness, and sport sectors.

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Teaming up with the NCSF has allowed our Fitness Team to obtain knowledge and skills far beyond that of the typical trainer, and allows us to provide superior training services to our members. Jeff Monaco National Education Manager Gold's Gym International

Why Choose the NCSF?

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with their NCSF certification.

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Your Career Journey

Enroll in the program

All the necessary study tools for your career success are accessible from your account. Study anywhere, anytime.

Become a Certified Personal Trainer

Earn your Personal Trainer certification and begin practicing as a certified professional.

Earn Your Sport Nutrition Qualification

Move your certification status upwards by becoming a nutrition specialist and apply cutting-edge nutritional concepts aimed at improved health, fitness and performance.

Become a Certified Strength Coach

Become recognized as a expert by earning the strength and conditioning credential requirements of the NCAA for practicing Strength Coaches.

Master Trainer Status

Master Trainers are the highest paid exercise professionals in sports clubs and fitness facilities using tier systems. Reach the pinnacle and select your work setting.

Strong relationships
make stronger partnerships

The NCSF is proud to have partnerships with the top health clubs and industry organizations. Our continued effort for collegial support and advocacy provides our exercise professionals with career opportunities in the health and fitness industry worldwide.