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"Should you
choose to become a part of the growing number of personal trainers
on the training landscape, be wise, be responsible, be the best.
You and your clients cannot afford anything less. The one personal trainer certification
that guarantees complete trainer knowledge, understanding and
performance is I.A.R.T."
Dave Draper, Mr.
Universe, http://davedraper.com
"If you are
interested in becoming a certified trainer utilizing a sane,
safe and rational approach to exercise, call the I.A.R.T."
Mike Mentzer, Mr.
Universe
Q. What is the
I.A.R.T. all about and why should I take one of your fitness
instructor courses?
A. The International Association of Resistance Trainers,
which specializes in clinical exercise procedures, was established
in 1995 as a result of failed services within the personal trainer
industry. Primarily, most courses are based on nothing more than
quick weekend exams consisting of multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blanks,
and short essay questions that reflect 'memorize-from-the-book'
studies and an organization's training philosophy. In one sense
this is appropriate and ideal for most commercial gyms whose
fitness instructors really are membership sales agents who perform
mediocre instructional services. For those who wish to raise
the bar on standards and operate smaller quality studios or 1-2-1
services, there were few viable options.
That is where the I.A.R.T. steps
in, and it is important to realize that we do not sell certification
exams. We specialize in accrediting independent fitness instructors
who come to own a highly sophisticated fitness instruction
training system that involves various tools of application
and problem solving not to be found elsewhere. It is known as
Fitness Logistics(tm). After all, it is not an issue of high
intensity training (HIT) vs. high volume training (HVT) or periodization,
but how exercise practice is to be performed in a scientific
environment, how to develop and maintain a client case study,
how to communicate exercise technique logically, etc. You learn
this system through extensive and challenging in-field assignments
and live case study requirements to validate your educational
experiences... to provide you skills and knowledge that will
separate you from other fitness professionals in the field. This
process then extends into the area of ethical and productive
marketing, a sorely lacking commodity that is vital for any successful
fitness professional and one that you can have now! (For
those who do not wish to instruct and prescribe fitness for other
people, you still can benefit from our standard Fitness Clinician
course.) In effect, no matter what 'style' of exercise you implement
or promote, you can integrate that 'style' within our procedures;
we provide the shell that consists of processes and operations
of scientific conduct, whereas you provide the detail of how
you train clients within our apprenticeship assignments.
"The I.A.R.T. and
it's certification procedures are state-of-the-art. In a
world replete with so many fitness organizations and certifying
methods, it's refreshing to see one based on valid scientific
research, comprehensiveness, and realistic implementation. Those
who accept the challenge and adhere to the principles of the
organization and its certification standards will be in an elite
class of fitness professionals."
Tom Kelso, Strength
and Conditioning Coach for Saint Louis University
| POSITION STATEMENT: SynerGenics(tm) is the I.A.R.T.
philosophy that states: "The logical objective of fitness
prescription is to implement the least stimulus to achieve the
greatest response relative to an individual's needs and goals
that are dependent upon his or her abilities, limitations and
psychology." In effect, the extrinsic factors (exercise,
nutrition, and sport psychology prescription, as well as other
environmental concerns) must reflect the intrinsic or genetic
factors of the individual. SynerLogistics (PDF download) is the I.A.R.T. system of fitness investigation
and application that considers the individual as the primary
determinant, or the "hub of the wheel" (as per the
Principle of Individualism), upon which the application
of the remaining Theory of Prescribed Exercise(tm) principles are dependent.
In sum, all prescriptive factors coordinate synergistically to
meet the genetic aspects of an individual in question, and whereby
these prescriptive factors are discovered through a logical and
scientific process that you can own today! |
I.A.R.T. Two-tier
Certification/Apprenticeship Program
To clarify our
process, we are the only organization that tests its professionals
through a means of standardized testing followed by an apprenticeship
program so that one's ability can be demonstrated by way of in-field
expertise and evaluated accordingly, as is done with medical
doctors and tradespeople. It also is similar to a person who
obtains a driver's permit, who later obtains a driver's license
after a certain degree of experience and final evaluation.
Fundamentally,
we are not a typical "certification" company. Our courses
have been compared to post-secondary studies in their intensity
and complexity. What we have done is developed a two-tier process:
1. After studying
our education materials, you complete two standardized tests
(general fitness theory and special groups) that provides you
the credentials of provisional Certified Personal Trainer.
2. Once certified
through step-1, you have a designated time in which to complete
in-field assignments by way of an apprenticeship (you can work
on your own and do not require the participation of a health
club). Once completed, your designation is upgraded to a Certified
Fitness Clinician(tm)
We have chosen the route of in-field
assessment for the reason explained in an ancient Chinese proverb:
"Tell me and I will forget;
show me and I may remember; involve me and I will understand."
For a PDF graphical representation of the I.A.R.T.
Fitness Clinician Certification System, click here.
Download our PDF Fitness
Clinician Certification Curriculum Guide for details on our
clinical fitness educational directive to help you achieve industry
superiority in ability and marketability. Intellectual independence
and financial success are right around the corner!
Nearly every organization indicates
that it offers the 'best' in materials and courses. We won't
bother stating that cliche. Take the I.A.R.T. challenge and discover
for yourself why our catch phrases are "certification
for active minds!", and "Anyone can show you
how... we teach you WHY!" Our courses come with a money
back guarantee if you do not agree that they are they best certification
experiences after achieving your Fitness Clinician credentials.
Most important, while other companies
focus mostly on exercise and nutrition 'trivia', we focus on
strategic methods of planning, experimentation, comparisions,
and evaluations. Our methods allow fitness professionals to establish
benchmarking criteria, i.e., an ongoing process of investigation
and studying practices and measurement that produce exceptional
results based on predetermined standards; no matter what the
training philosopy is!
Be
More Than a Personal Trainer... Become a Fitness Clinician(TM)!
Invest In and Own a Unique Learning Experience!
Now You Can Own and Experience
the Most Comprehensive Curriculum: Most organizations offer a curriculum based on
anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology, with a general overview
on nutrition, exercise prescription, and other related aspects.
Really, their educational process is nothing more than a textbook
of random information and memorization. The I.A.R.T.'s focus
is to provide methods to analyze, problem solve, and to restructure
exercise and nutrition programs to optimize an individual's potential
and objectives while interconnecting the process and concepts.
Big difference! A person can memorize the latest anatomy and
exercise physiology book, but doing so will not give him or her
the skills to be an accomplished fitness instructor. It's similar
to a scientist who understands the function and intricacies of
an engine and combustion, then expecting him to be a top-notch
mechanic. Most importantly, all of our courses require hands-on
case study application, so that you can train in the field to
earn your credentials while tackling components on
exercise theory & practice, nutrition, sport psychology,
exercise injury prevention, and marketing your expertise.
Think of it this way: Our direction
and requirements far exceed what most people think of as a personal
trainer certification, yet you are not required to attend university
for several years to learn about how to apply scientific investigation
in the field of fitness science. In fact, some of our consumers
have education degrees in the area of exercise science, who have
claimed that our learning materials are far superior for practical
in-field work. What this means to our students is a superior
learning experience through innovative approaches that cannot
be met through traditional fitness certification methods, to
provide you a destinctive and prestigious learning experience
and unique professional capabilities.
Further, our clinical fitness
courses provide convenience in more than one way. Besides allowing
you to sign up and take the course where you live, on your own
time, you are provided several templates to help you develop
client case studies, to gather data for analysis, and more!
"IART meticulously expounds
on the basic principles as no other source of information I have
been exposed to before and in a way that they need to be
integrated, measured and continuously adjusted so that you can
be assured of a successful exercise program. This is where IART
separates itself from the pack."
Brian Erickson,
Personal Trainer of the Year 2000
"I have been a student
of physique enhancement for over twenty-years and have not come
across the intensity and breadth of material found in all of
the I-A-R-T publications, videos and courses. The underlying
logic is so refreshing and "with it" that it should
be considered mandatory learning to maximize client potential
and enjoy financial success as a fitness professional."
Vincent S. Andrich,
Contributing Writer, EAS Supplement Review, 4th Ed.
 You Acquire
Professional Updates and Professionally Unique Information: We offer many ways to keep you at the
top of your profession. The first is a private marketing website
only for certified I.A.R.T. Fitness Clinicians(tm); it deals
with topics that go beyond our Fit Marketing book. We
also have our annual publication Fitness Science Annual,
a journal that covers dozens of articles on the latest thoughts
on exercise, nutrition, and sport psychology science. Most importantly,
you have access to our expansive Standards, Guidelines, and
Ethics book, which contains extensive details on operating
a private business and fitness facility, together with performance
evaluation criteria, project management and planning methods,
etc.
"I received my copy of
the Standards book yesterday and let me tell you - it is an awesome
piece of work. Way above anything I have read involving facility
standards and operations. Nothing like it on the market." Chuck Rainey, MS, CFP
You Get Continued, On-going
Support: While other
organizations may boast about having "an operator standing
by to help you," chances are that person is not qualified
to answer your questions. Think about it: If your question extends
beyond the materials that make up the course, the only person
who likely can help you would be the one who WROTE the course
materials, or someone of equal knowledge. What do you think the
chances are that the 'top' person will assist you directly over
the phone or via e-mail? With the I.A.R.T., you're guaranteed
to have a 'top' person assist you each and every time, including
the I.A.R.T.'s Director of Education.
We Offer You Quality and Flexibility
of Study: With the I.A.R.T.
you don't have to spend hundreds of dollars in travel expenses
to take a quick weekend crash course based on memorized information.
Rather, you are provided ample time to study and integrate
the principles and derivatives within our system. Our courses
require a hands-on case study and a practical (via video taped
sessions) that can be done at your convenience; a case study
and practical that are the most stringent in the industry to
make you the most qualified possible!
You Won't Experience Any Hidden
or Continual Costs: You
pay only the fee you see listed in our Personal
Trainer Certification Courses section. That is a one-time
fee and we work with you until you pass to our requirements (within
allotted time frames). We even provide you reports on your progress
- what you're doing right, your weak areas, and direction for
improvement. Most other organizations simply provide a passing
or failing grade with no explanations or direction. And we do
not require continuing education credits that cost you money.
Our process is demanding enough that you will be a proficient
Fitness Clinician(TM) once completed. By obtaining our annual
publication, Fitness Science Annual, you will be kept
updated on the latest findings and be notified of fraudulent
practices.
Click Here for our PDF Fitness Clinician Features
& Benefits Charts
Expanded 47-page (PDF) IART Info Pack: Click
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Q. In a nutshell,
what is the I.A.R.T.'s philosophy in regard to fitness in general?
A. As it pertains to exercise, The International Association
of Resistance Trainers believes that one should perform the least
amount of work to produce an optimum response relative to that
individual's needs, goals, abilities, limitations and preferences,
and while safe training practices are applied accordingly. Fundamentally,
our prime directive is the continual development of methods to
help you maximize results relative to your goals or the goals
of your clients. Most organizations speak of individualism and
maximization, then they recommend 'canned' programs of 1+ hour
workouts, with no clear direction toward maximization. Perhaps
some individuals need 1+ hours of activity, but there are many
who do not! In effect, your clients often go through the motions,
as they perform set after set without trying to gain the most
from what is being prescribed; and therein lies the difference
between quality and quantity. As important, both nutrition and
psychology have to be considered in the grand scheme of things
if a person wishes to achieve his or her goals successfully.
And for you, the serious fitness professional who wishes to market
yourself, proper business practices and methods of promotion
are necessary, an aspect you will achieve through our system.
Learn
more about the I.A.R.T.'s philosophy of Practical Theory taught
in our Personal Trainer Certification courses (PDF download)
Q. Is the I.A.R.T.
a recognized organization in the fitness industry?
A. Recognition refers to the formal acknowledgement
conveying approval or sanction. Consequently, the I.A.R.T. is
recognized since we are acknowledged by the Canadian Federal
Government in the capacity of an educational institute. There
is no such designation or status in the United States or in most
other countries for fitness education bodies. And we are accredited
through the Fitness
Standards Council and through the Better Business Bureau.
Therefore, it often comes down
to the philosophy of the gym (of who it acknowledges). For instance,
if a gym conducts its own fitness accreditation practices, or
promotes the generic and mediocrity that abounds this industry,
then it would not recognize the I.A.R.T. Our philosophy is based
on the individual and clinical application of objective fitness
ideology.
Do consider this: To be certified
through the I.A.R.T., and to uphold our standards, requires extensive
case study application with clients and specific, standardized
instructional methods. This is much different from the approach
provided by most fitness instructors and through most gyms. In
effect, we educate you on how to lay out the 'red carpet' for
clients and treat them with a clinical, highly individualized
approach. As a result, our fitness clinicians tend to work for
1-2-1 studios, operate their own 1-2-1 studios, train clients
within their homes, or work independently in gyms (via on a commission
basis). Hence, they do not have to be concerned about the lower
standards of any gym or what fitness courses it requires or demands.
In fact, some of our personal trainers did work for gyms and
were morally forced to quit shortly thereafter. The assembly
line mentality challenged their higher standards and ethics to
the point that they would rather quit their jobs and pursue independent
options than to continue with sub-standard practices. And something
else to think about: if you have the desire to operate your own
fitness-oriented business, there is far more money and individual
achievement to be earned.
By the way, if your state or
provincial government has established specific guidelines as
to who you must be certified through, and the I.A.R.T. is not
on the list, please e-mail
us with appropriate contact information and we will do our best
to educate, inform, and work with the specific government office
or official in question.
Also note that other persaonal
trainer organizations certainly recognize the I.A.R.T. in that
we are monitored closely and our ideas/standards adopted (stolen?)
all the time. For several years our most challenging course took
at about one year; since 2001 we required a detailed case study
to be part of our fitness clinician course process; and the designation
of our instructors is Fitness Clinician(TM). Now, one of the
leading organizations has created a new course whereby part of
the course requires a 'case study thesis.' Coincidence? Perhaps,
but we have been claiming the importance of in-field work, and
the need for a case study to demonstrate competency for quite
some time, and now our voice is finally being heard.
Read
some I.A.R.T. Testimonials on our courses
Q. What are
the credentials of the head I.A.R.T. members?
A. Our founders, organizers, and personal trainer certification advisory board
vary in education and experience to assist you best. Some have
PhDs, some are MDs, others have their masters in science and
degrees in physical education. Some are even experienced bodybuilding
competitors, and all are authors of books and magazine articles.
Q. Can I claim
your course costs on my income tax?
A. In Canada you can, and we provide you the necessary
income tax forms and receipts. In the United States, you can
do so only if the course enhances your current occupation (e.g.,
fitness instructor, physiotherapist). However, if you presently
work at an occupation outside the exercise sciences (e.g., lawyer,
truck driver), then you likely cannot. Residents of other countries
will need to check with their government body for federal laws,
regulations, and conditions.
Q. I'm interested
in some of your course materials, but I don't want to take the
exam or pay for the whole course.
A. No problem. Our materials are available separately;
visit our Fitness and Exercise Books section for individual
titles, or the Fitness
Science Library section for the resources provided our instructors.
Q. I already
have some of the materials and want to take one of your fitness
exams. Do I have to buy those materials again?
A. Generally, no. We do suggest, however, that if
you own a relatively old edition of the materials to upgrade
since some exam questions may pertain to newly-established research
and facts. If this is the case, we will provide you new materials
at a substantial discount (our cost). Otherwise, when you order,
simply tell us what you own and we will apply an appropriate
discount to the total amount. As well, if you own the Fitness
Science Library, then you are fully up to date in regard to the
quality of our materials. We then update with new information
yearly by way of our Fitness Science Annual.
Q. You have
two levels of fitness certification (Fitness Clinician and Master
Fitness Clinician). What is each about and where should I begin?
A. Not every person who undertakes fitness certification
desires to train others or become a 'technical wizard'. Consequently,
we designed two levels of certification, depending on how far
you wish to take the profession and how hard a challenge you
prefer. The Fitness Clinician(TM) course is based on a general
practical (videotaped session), and with an extensive case study
(you can use yourself as the case study subject). You also will
learn to analyze nutrition programs and apply some basics of
sport psychology and injury prevention.
Our Master Fitness Clinician(TM)
course pulls out all the stops and requires an additional case
study of a particular nature, much more thorough application
of training prescription, more experiments and in-field assignments,
and a video practical that is more complex. Further, there is
more extensive application of nutrition and injury prevention
studies, and you learn and put into practice many key marketing
tools to help your fitness business grow. If you're looking for
the ultimate challenge, this is the course!
The good news is, if you complete
Level I and move to our Master level, you receive a discount
since you own some of the materials and have completed some assignments
that carry over to the higher level.
Q. Do any of
your fitness courses take into account nutrition?
A. Both fitness clinician courses have a nutrition
component, requiring you to analyze and prescribe a new program
for your client (or yourself). On that note, we realize that
doing so is illegal in some states, and so this would be done
for our benefit to test your knowledge and ability and the information
would not be relayed to the client. The Master level includes
further nutrition assignments such as an essay on some fraudulent
aspect, rating popular diets for safety and effectiveness, and
some case study questions. As simple as this sounds, it truly
is a challenging component of our system and a separate nutrition
course is not offered as a result.
Q. I can't afford
to take any of the fitness courses. Do you offer installment
plans?
A. You can invest in the materials first, then invest
the remainder of the fees when you're ready to take the course
and when you can afford to do so. Consider that if you take three
months to read and fully comprehend our learning materials, then
that allows you that time to save for the investment of a course.
However, unless the exam process is paid in full, we do not release
the exam, since this process involves private and confidential
learning methods.
Q. How long
does it take to receive my package? I'm in a hurry to get started.
A. Your materials are sent Expedited Post in Canada,
and this means 5-15 business days at most (in most instances).
For other countries, we ship via surface and insured (unless
preferring a more expediant manner). The waiting time is approximately
4-12 weeks in most cases. Do note that we cannot send packages
registered or Express to some countries, because of Canada Post
limitations, and so delivery can be a bit longer and without
guarantee of arrival, although rare instances. If this is the
case, we will offer to provide expedited shipping at an extra
fee or we can send the materials on CD so that everything can
be shipped in a regular envelope, and there would be less risk
for theft.
Q. How long
does it take to an I.A.R.T. complete a fitness course, and how
long do I have?
A. That depends on your ability to read and absorb
the materials and system of application, then complete the course.
Moreover, each IART course offers different time constraints
depending on the difficulty. Our basic level can be done in 6-8
months, although we provide upward of 15 months; the Master level
will take closer to 8-12 months and we again offer 15 months.
First submissions (you may have to redo some assignments or aspects
within an assignment) should be within three months with the
apprenticeship completed in the remaining time. Failure to make
a first submission within the specified times results in an administration
fee of $150 Canadian for an additional six months work time.
If you do not complete a course in the maximum time frame, including
the extension necessary to complete additional work to meet our
standards, full administration (exam) fees will apply to continue
and to re-enroll. Rarely does this happen and this policy was
put in place to motivate our students to work hard and diligently
toward accreditation. In effect, we want only serious students
to consider our courses and to work toward their credentials
as if under time constraints that are similar with college and
university studies. If you do not think you can handle the rigors
of our courses, we suggest you purchase the learning materials
and study until you are ready. See our Personal Trainer Certification Application Form
for initial registration and understanding of our requirements
if you undertake one of our courses.
Q. Do you conduct
on-site testing for your fitness certifications?
A. Only the DI-Chi
(progressive martial arts) certification requires on-site evaluation
because of the complex nature of the learning requirements. Otherwise,
our course processes are too multi-faceted and lengthy to offer
weekend on-site courses. You are required to complete case studies,
apply critical thinking and analysis techniques, work with and
construct client exercises and nutrition programs and complete
detailed reports. This cannot be done in a short period, perhaps
making our courses the most difficult and demanding available,
yet the most rewarding. We do, however, offer a two-day one-to-one
Personal Training
Certification instructional training clinic that may interest
you and that can enhance your learning experience and expertise.
Q. If you don't
do on-sites, does that mean you don't have a hands-on practical
when I take one of our fitness certifications?
A. We do have a hands-on practical. In our courses
you are required to obtain a video camera and tripod (which can
be rented for a small fee from most camera/video stores if not
owned), and to record yourself interacting with a client. You
cover a sample workout and all the technical application and
skills of specific exercises based on the I.A.R.T. Praxis
method. In this manner, regardless of where you live in the world,
we can evaluate your ability to communicate the various techniques
and biomechanics as presented in our learning materials and in
our Maximum
Technique DVD. Do note that failure to meet minimum standards
will require you to redo the video, but you will not be charged
an extra fee for us to grade future submissions if completed
within the necessary time constraints. When finished you truly
will be an expert who can command greater respect and fees than
typical fitness professionals.
Q. What passing
grade do I need to obtain my fitness certification?
A. There is no preset passing grade. You must complete
all assignments to our satisfaction and standards. We will provide
you feedback on each assignment, and indicate what areas/questions
you need to do further work on, and provide you guidance and
assistance to steer you in the right direction.
Q. If I don't
pass the first time, do I have to pay a fee to finish any remaining
requirements?
A. No. For a one-time fee, we work with you until
you pass to our specifications (within the allotted time provided).
To date no one has ever done any particular assignment or a component
of an assignment more than three times. A third attempt at some
aspect of the course is rare since we provide exact assistance
in problem areas.
Q. Once certified
do I have to spend hundreds of dollars and travel for continuing
education credits?
A. No. The I.A.R.T. believes that once you achieve
your credentials, it is up to you, as an intelligent, rational
individual, to maintain your education and learning. This can
be done through direct experience as a Fitness Clinician, or
by reading pertinent materials, including Synergy Annual,
I.A.R.T.'s official journal. This publication contains several
informative articles on exercise, psychology, and nutrition science,
and it is free with your continuing membership. Further, after
being certified, instructors are required to submit one of the
following with their dues: a yearly Success Story that consists
of a report, a current training/diet regimen and related photos
of a client in question (posing, standing, or exercising). The
Success Story can be expanded into a Case Study (as per the fitness
clinician course requirements) and entered into our IART Fitness
Clinician of the Year contest. New students must complete a Case
Study (to obtain certification) and they will be entered into
this contest automatically. The second option is to submit an
article on some aspect of exercise, nutrition, or sport psychology.
If you prefer writing an article, but can't think of a topic,
one will be assigned to you for research and development. Some
students take an I.A.R.T. course for their own information and
experience and not to work as a fitness professional, and so
some students opt to submit an article rather than a success
story.
Q. What do I
get for my annual membership participation?
A. You receive a new certificate (extending your
credentials for an additional year), free internet listing as
a featured instructor, free membership fees to the Fitness Standards
Council ($49 US value), a copy of Fitness Science Annual
on CD, and e-mail/telephone assistance throughout the exam process.
Q. Once certified
through your organization, does that mean I'm guaranteed a job?
A. No one can guarantee that, including universities
and colleges. Your ability to secure employment is based on your
ambition, previous background, the employer's requirements/standards
and a host of other elements. We merely provide you the tools
to effectively and scientifically design and analyze training
and nutrition programs, then to market your expertise as a fitness
clinician. However, we will also help you as much as we can.
We provide an instructor database for client contact, and have
our standards manual and marketing manual available to help you
if you decide to run an independent business. We are also working
hard to gain increasingly more recognition and respect within
the fitness industry.
Q. Sounds good
so far. Can you summarize some of the benefits of being certified
as a fitness clinician through the I.A.R.T.?
A. Primarily, we are not a typical personal trainer
'certification' company. Our courses have been compared to post-secondary
studies in their intensity and complexity. On that basis, if
you're looking for a challenge, to be truly qualified and competent,
look no further. I.A.R.T. courses require hands-on case study
application, i.e., working with one or more clients. In essence,
you must obtain practical experience before becoming accredited
as a Fitness Clinician(TM). Other organizations work oppositely,
giving you a certificate based on memorizing answers or theory,
then they let you loose in the industry! The other related aspect
is that we work with you until you pass to our satisfaction,
and we provide written reports on your weak points so that you
know what to improve upon. In this regard, we help steer you
in both theoretical and practical experience in multi-faceted
areas. After all, if you had no practical experience, and were
allowed to train people, would you know what your mistakes were?
How many months or years would pass before you realized your
mistakes? Most companies simply pass or fail you with no explanation.
In effect, with the I.A.R.T. you learn to reason your
recommendations and to become fully accountable. With
the I.A.R.T. it's not enough to prescribe 'x' sets, 'y' reps,
and 'z' frequency. You must know why you are doing so.
Our Master practical is also the most complex; it requires you
to integrate skill learning, exercise transference, fundamental,
intricate, and subsidiary instruction in a systematic and highly
logical manner, to give you multi-level teaching ability to accommodate
client needs and to communicate body mechanics properly.
Other I.A.R.T.
Personal Trainer Certification benefits include:
- No Continuing Education Credits
(CECs) that will cost you money. Our standards and process is
rigorous enough that once you are accredited, you know what you're
doing. We also believe that education can continue simply by
purchasing our materials and obtaining our yearly annual, Fitness
Science Annual and while completing free assignments.
- You learn to apply information
rather than memorize information, and this means reasoning your
choices for client specificity and not following concrete guidelines
as an organization's founders have deemed ideal.
- We offer an optional 1-2-1 clinic
experience so that you can learn and apply technical application
better, as well as to learn motivational and exercise methods
first hand.
- We offer our fitness instructors
exclusive materials and web links, including Praxis (our
technical instruction method), our standards manual and marketing
articles, guaranteed to increase your income potential and professional
ability. Our other materials are also the most intensive available,
based on logic, and deductive and inductive reasoning, with full
explanations behind every recommendation... explanations as to
the whys and hows of exercise and nutrition science.
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Still uncertain what personal
trainer certification to choose? Read our latest article (with
a detailed checklist for picking the right certifying agency),
The Educated
Fitness Practitioner (PDF download)
Also, view our Personal Trainer Certification articles section.
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