Personal Trainer Certification Course: Hybrid Gain all the information and skills needed to start an exciting fitness career as a Certified Personal Trainer. Course includes the ONLY IN-PERSON hands on practical skill labs in the fitness industry and a virtual "LIVE" lecture on core knowledge led by Mark Cassidy, MS, a Certified Personal Trainer for 25 years. Topics covered include anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, nutrition, equipment usage, fitness testing and more. The course is NCCA Accredited program with the options of 3 college credits towards a degree through the American Council on Education. Cost includes a national test voucher ($450 value), online study tools, a full online video course to use 24/7, and a 30-hour employer internship (Level 2 Certification) to helps walk you into jobs with local employers. To become a Level I Certified Personal Trainer you must successfully complete the written and practical exams. For Level II Nationally Certified Personal Trainer you must successfully complete your Level I exams followed by a 30-hour internship. Hands-on practical training occurs off-site and you must provide your own transportation. Class meets online from 6:30PM-9:30PM on Tuesday's followed by off-site lab from 12:00pm to 3:00pm on Saturday's. National written exam is on 7/16/2024 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Practical Exam is on July 20, 2024 from 12:00PM to 5:00PM at the gym. Textbook required and not included in the cost of the course. "Fitness Professional's Handbook, 7th Edition," by Edward T. Howley and Dixie L. Thompson, 2017. Publisher: Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL. The e-book costs $74 and the cost for the hard cover version is $99, plus $15.95 for shipping, and must be purchased by the student. Amazon Prime also has a rent a book set up.