NFPT questions

[quaribc]

After much research on the various certifying bodies out there I have decided on the NFPT.

The main reasons being that the cost and the NCCA accreditation. I know JP is certified through and serves on the Arkansas testing board for the NFPT.

JP, I'm sorry if I'm wrong in any of that.

My NFPT question is:

• Is the PDF book that I downloaded from their website, titled Standard Certification Manual, the actual book I receive after registering with NFPT?
• What is the average study time needed to pass the exam?
• Are there any other subject outside of those covered in the NFPT study guide that might help me pass the exam?

I've read through the forum and understand the a cert is a way to enter the industry. I am not to concerned where I get my certification, as long as it has credibility within the industry.

My long-term goal is attain the CSCS and one of he ACSM clinical certifications. I would like to work with organ transplant population at some level.

I would greatly appreciate some experienced insights.

[Jean-Paul]

Quaribc, I did serve as a testing official and as an "SME" (subject matter expert) who helped re-write the test a few years back, but not anymore. I walked out of all that last fall and had a pretty major career change. I still train a little on the side but for the most part I am not working in that capacity career-wise anymore.

Your goal sounds pretty decent though, FWIW. Sounds like you have a good path laid before you. Obviously the CSCS is the best cert you can get (IMHO). NFPT is a good start though. It will get you in most facilities and they are accredited.

It is really hard to say how long you will need to study to pass the test. Some people study it for months and still fail, some people study it for a week and scorch it. Depends on your current background/experience and retention ability. Don't underestimate the test though.

Most of what's on the test is in the manual you downloaded. There are, however, questions that are not in the manual that are just things you are expected to thoroughly understand, such as anatomy. Get a book that has the skeleton and muscles and make sure you know it. Also go to www.ExRx.net to learn your synergists and stabilizers and such. It's probably one of the best resources on the net. It is your friend!

[quaribc]

Thanks for reply.

I've been studying through the first chapter this morning.

I love exrx.net. I learned a lot from there. I will keep that site in mind for supplemental materials for the exam.

Thanks again.