JP Fitness Forums - Personal Training - View Single Post - NSCA-CSCS = "normal" personal trainer?

busupshot83 · 01-07-2008, 01:40 AM

To my knowledge, the NSCA-CSCS certification prepares an individual to work primarily with athletes as a strength and conditioning coach.

However, if one holds the CSCS certification, is it possible to work as a normal personal trainer at fitness clubs such as Bally's, L.A. Fitness, Lifestyles, etc.? Or would you first have to obtain a basic personal trainer certification such as the NSCA-CPT?

01-07-2008, 01:40 AM	#1 (permalink)
busupshot83 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 10 My Profile	NSCA-CSCS = "normal" personal trainer? To my knowledge, the NSCA-CSCS certification prepares an individual to work primarily with athletes as a strength and conditioning coach. However, if one holds the CSCS certification, is it possible to work as a normal personal trainer at fitness clubs such as Bally's, L.A. Fitness, Lifestyles, etc.? Or would you first have to obtain a basic personal trainer certification such as the NSCA-CPT?