Do you have a consuming passion for fitness, a relentless ambition to improve yourself, and the tenacity to never settle for second best?
Then accept the challenge and become an NASM Master Trainer — our exclusive career development program for professional advancement.
Application:
Online Course:
Live Summit:
The NASM Master Trainer Summit assesses your critical thinking skills along with your ability to apply what you have learned as you progress through your NASM Master Trainer program. There are four steps during your Master Trainer journey:
You’ll love the view from the top. You’ve dedicated yourself to becoming the best, most knowledgeable trainer you can. When you become an NASM Master Trainer, you’ll enjoy a fantastic selection of NASM benefits:
NASM Master
Trainer Apparel
Certify for Life
membership
You will need three NASM Specializations before applying to the Master Trainer program. Here are some of our most popular specializations.
There is a cost to enroll in the Master Trainer program, but there are no ongoing membership fees or dues. Contact an NASM Advisor for more information regarding costs for NASM specializations and the NASM Master Trainer Summit experience.
Yes, accommodation and travel is not included in the purchase price.
Individuals must have a valid NASM-CPT certification to become an NASM Master Trainer. You can continue to complete NASM specializations and move closer towards becoming an NASM Master Trainer, however, a valid NASM-CPT certification is required to become an NASM Master Trainer.
A current and valid NASM-CPT certification is required to be part of the Master Trainer program. Individuals who do not have a valid NASM-CPT certification must either retake and pass the NASM-CPT examination or recertify (if within the allotted recertification grace period).
Approved degrees include Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology/Biomechanics, Physical Education, Nutrition/Dietetics, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, Occupational Therapy, Health Education, Public Health, and Sports Management.
You will need a valid NASM-CPT, CES, and PES, plus one more Specialization or approved college degree.
Yes, you need to have a current/valid CPT, specializations, and/or degree at the time of application.
Only NASM specializations or an accredited college degree in an exercise science-related program can be counted in the NASM Master Trainer program.
Yes, all CEUs will be counted toward NASM-CPT recertification.
As an NASM Master Trainer you’ll gain credibility and recognition as an accomplished fitness professional. This designation also offers unique marketing and branding opportunities to help support your business, clients and career.
It can vary. An individual must complete the NASM-CPT (typically takes 60-180 days), three NASM specializations (typically takes 4-12 months) and complete the NASM Master Trainer Summit experience (2-3 months, application, online course and attend live summit). It typically takes at least two years of training experience to complete the entire program, depending on your education, work history and level of dedication.
You’ll gain credibility and recognition as a select fitness professional from NASM and your peers. Unique marketing and branding opportunities will help support your business, clients and career. NASM will also recognize you through branded promotional items, online recognition and product discounts.
An NASM-CPT has displayed the necessary competence to complete and pass an accredited certification to work as a certified personal trainer. An NASM Master Trainer possesses a valid NASM-CPT certification, multiple NASM advanced specializations and has been evaluated by NASM faculty to be professionally recognized by NASM, as an NASM Master Trainer.
Earning the NASM Master Trainer credential will not interfere with any designations you currently hold. In fact, earning the NASM Master Trainer credential will add to your current credibility and reputation as an accomplished fitness professional.
Some clients may know about the NASM Master Trainer program while others may not. After successfully completing the NASM Master Trainer program, you’ll be given access to unique branding and marketing opportunities to spread the word about your success.
These events will be held at various locations based on demands of the market and time of year. The events will be comprised of two components: the first is online and will help you get ready for the live event. The second is a live event where NASM faculty will further assess your abilities in practical applications.
Yes, it is possible to not pass the NASM Master Trainer Summit. Individuals in the NASM Master Trainer Summit must pass both an online component and demonstrate mastery of many coaching, communication and training elements while at the live event.
You will be given an opportunity at a remediation plan. If you don’t pass the remediation, you will receive CEU credit for participation, but not the Master Trainer designation. You must also wait one year to re-attempt the program.
Passing the NASM Master Trainer Summit event is accomplished through a cumulative score from both the online and live component. It would not be likely that you would pass the entire event if you did not perform well in the online component. That’s why we ask that you don’t attend the live event unless you have successfully completed the online component with a 70% or better score.
It will cover many aspects of fitness training including; fitness testing and evaluation, exercise technique, program design, coaching and communication. Throughout the event, participants will be asked to speak, demonstrate and coach on a variety of topics while being evaluated by NASM faculty.
Participants should bring workout attire, notepad and a pen.
You will have four weeks to complete the online course.
