I agree with JP, and I'll add certified does not necessarily mean qualified. Certs will get your foot in the door (if, as you say, you want to get started asap), but it's your continued learning that will set you apart from the others. I have the NASM cert (CPT and PES), however, most of my continued learning hasn't come from NASM per se, but just from attending seminars (Perfrom Better is great!), reading sites like this, and just being humble and learning from the more experienced trainers. Best of Luck!
Gary
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