Personal Trainer Certification
offered in partnership with World Instructor Training Schools (W.I.T.S.)
See our course schedule for upcoming Personal Trainer Certification and other fitness industry courses.
Contact Victoria Lauing at 612.659.6509 or email Victoria for more information.
Visit the W.I.T.S. website for complete details on the Personal Trainer Certification program or call 888.330.WITS.
Why W.I.T.S.?
- Classroom And Practical Training And Experience
Since its inception 16 years ago, the World Instructor Training Schools has raised the bar for certification. Rather than just written tests, workforce standards were developed and correlated with LIVE hands-on training to mirror established medical and health profession board exams. The 6-week format allows students to learn and practice, which prepares graduates to successfully help clients with their lifestyle changes. - Approved For College Credit And International Continuing Education Unit
- W.I.T.S. offers programs at hundreds of colleges and universities across the country and is a recognized education provider by the American Council on Education (ACE) and International Association of Continuing Education and Training (IACET.)
- W.I.T.S. has successfully completed rigorous quality assurance processes and received approval and recognition for college credit and continuing education units (CEUs) for most certifications.
- W.I.T.S. Has Raised The Bar For Comprehensive Program Credibility
W.I.T.S. rejects the fitness industry’s traditional problematic home study and weekend crash certifications. Our curriculum has been developed and updated by education and fitness industry leaders and is taught by experienced instructors with education and fitness backgrounds and credentials. We hire the best professionals who will facilitate learning and communicate their passion for making a living helping others. - Practical Hands-On Training And Application
W.I.T.S. wants its graduates to feel confident in their competence as a personal trainer. Knowledge is power, but only if you know how to apply it. W.I.T.S. will walk you through every step under the watchful eye of a LIVE instructor each week. Your student workbook includes a library of resources for you to use and weekly pop quizzes will help make sure you are digesting the material. - Comprehensive, Validated Testing
W.I.T.S. graduates possess the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to be a successful fitness professional. Similar to the medical profession, you will complete two exams to receive your certification:
- Written: 100 multiple-choice questions. 70% or better required.
- Practical skills: You must demonstrate five skills properly, including health assessments, warm-up, stretching, upper body, and lower body exercises. The practical exam is “live” using a mock client and role-play. 70% or better required in each section.
W.I.T.S is an official affiliate of the National Board of Fitness Examiners (NBFE). - Student Support and Study Resources
- The live lectures and hand-on practical labs include everything you need to excel. However, additional study aids are available for you through the W.I.T.S. store.
- W.I.T.S. students and graduates receive a special discount on educational DVDs and materials. You can purchase a DVD set for an entire certification course or just an individual class session. All of our DVD courses are taught by our veteran faculty and include drop down menus for easy navigation.
- Audio CDs of the lectures are available, so you can pop them in a player and study at any time or place you desire.
- Practice tests are available for purchase and help when preparing for the exam.
- Direct Connection to Employment
- W.I.T.S has established partnerships with health clubs, recreation centers, wellness studios and gyms across the nation to serve as internship sites for our students.
- Once you have passed your exams, you will complete a 20-hour internship in the field, which will enable you fine tune your skills for employment, receive a great reference and possibly a job!
