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One very popular fitness certification is the NSCA. This stands for National Strength and Conditioning Association.
The NSCA is known worldwide and is a very top notch certification.
It was founded in 1978 and has over 30 000 members in 52 different countries. The NSCA focuses its practice on improving the performance of athletes and the general conditioning of the recreational exerciser and forms a great connection between the scientific research behind exercise and health and the practical application of these findings.
By becoming certified with NSCA you gain access to publications that will help you stay on top of the newest fitness information that has come out as well as various career resources that will help you expand upon your current position. You will also benefit from period conferences and continuing education to allow you to continually grow into a better professional.
You will also get professional recognition, as this is a very high certification in terms of industry standards and will also have access to a variety of insurance plans, which are essential for any personal trainer.
They have three different membership categories: student, professional and international and these are further subdivided into certified and non-certified depending on whether you hold your CSCS or NSCA-CPT certification as well. The membership rates vary depending on your division of membership (student, professional and international) from $90 to $205.
So if you are looking to take a step forward as a fitness professional definitely consider becoming a member of this organization. The benefits you will receive are truly worth it along with the fact that it will raise you to the level in terms of being a qualified professional.
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