I'm considering it as a part time job and I just want to know
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I'm considering it as a part time job and I just want to know
As long as it takes to study for a certification test and pass it. That all depends on how much you already know, how good a student you are and how much effort you put in.
[QUOTE=NYkarate;712212591]As long as it takes to study for a certification test and pass it. That all depends on how much you already know, how good a student you are and how much effort you put in.[/QUOTE]
Think someone can do it in one summer?
[QUOTE=Jim101;712217431]Think someone can do it in one summer?[/QUOTE]
Some have done it in a few days to a week. Getting paying clients is a whole other story.
[QUOTE=NYkarate;712345871]Some have done it in a few days to a week. Getting paying clients is a whole other story.[/QUOTE]
Well for now I'm just curious about the length of the courses. I think it would be perfect and getting paying clients will be the harder part.
Hi there, I am currently doing level 2-3 personal trainer. I was a bit slow but I think you can do it in 4-8 weeks. Depending on the cours structure (online?) and your previous knowledge. Get some books and start reading.
[QUOTE=Agathachristie;712630271]Hi there, I am currently doing level 2-3 personal trainer. I was a bit slow but I think you can do it in 4-8 weeks. Depending on the cours structure (online?) and your previous knowledge. Get some books and start reading.[/QUOTE]
You can do the courses online too? That would be good. I'm not going to hit the books yet maybe in 2 years I'm just wondering as a future reference but thanks
To become a personal trainer does not take very long if you study hard, However becoming a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer takes a while, running a business is a learning process that is always changing
[QUOTE=JeremyHendo;712766571]To become a personal trainer does not take very long if you study hard, However becoming a SUCCESSFUL personal trainer takes a while, running a business is a learning process that is always changing[/QUOTE]
Running a business? I was just going to apply at my local gym for part time employment.
[QUOTE=Jim101;712781981]Running a business? I was just going to apply at my local gym for part time employment.[/QUOTE]
Yes and even though you are being employed by the gym, your clients are hiring you to help them, even though they may pay the Gym per say, they will still look at you as their consultant...the gym would be a place that you would conduct your business out of...also you may surprise yourself at the amount of money you can make if you become successful and may want to venture out on your own to grow... just something to think about as you start out your career
[QUOTE=JeremyHendo;712788131]Yes and even though you are being employed by the gym, your clients are hiring you to help them, even though they may pay the Gym per say, they will still look at you as their consultant...the gym would be a place that you would conduct your business out of...also you may surprise yourself at the amount of money you can make if you become successful and may want to venture out on your own to grow... just something to think about as you start out your career[/QUOTE]
Icic, but for me again it's just to make money as a part time job I'm not concerdering making it a permanent job. And I was just thinking about doing like a month of training for the job.
[QUOTE=Jim101;712853171]Icic, but for me again it's just to make money as a part time job I'm not concerdering making it a permanent job. And I was just thinking about doing like a month of training for the job.[/QUOTE]
simple. six months or less to get your professional national certification. :) enjoy.
[QUOTE=Jim101;712853171]Icic, but for me again it's just to make money as a part time job I'm not concerdering making it a permanent job. And I was just thinking about doing like a month of training for the job.[/QUOTE]
If you're 14, just get a job at a gym first. You can get paid to watch and learn trainers in action. You are a bit too young to have much credibility with most people.
If you can swing it, the PT gig is pretty good. Take on only who you want to, b/c the demand is very high for PTs all over at this point. I'm turning people away...which stinks, but I already have a full-time job, so only take the good stuff.
Full-time is very tempting, but at this point, the hours stink for family life, so it is what it is for now.
Hopefully, you have years in the gym environment before trying to do this. I'm sure you do, but I've seen a couple of PTs struggle that got the job and didn't know how to operate or teach folks the moves...
Good luck my friend.
[QUOTE=simmer;713089991]simple. six months or less to get your professional national certification. :) enjoy.[/QUOTE]
How much does that cost? Can you do it online?
Are you actually 14? A lot of certifications have an age requirement of 18. Just an FYI if you really are :)
[QUOTE=phoenixr2;713122681]Are you actually 14? A lot of certifications have an age requirement of 18. Just an FYI if you really are :)[/QUOTE]
I know I know but if you read my earlier posts it says "for futur" (key words) :)
[QUOTE=fast40;713100571]If you can swing it, the PT gig is pretty good. Take on only who you want to, b/c the demand is very high for PTs all over at this point. I'm turning people away...which stinks, but I already have a full-time job, so only take the good stuff.
Full-time is very tempting, but at this point, the hours stink for family life, so it is what it is for now.
Hopefully, you have years in the gym environment before trying to do this. I'm sure you do, but I've seen a couple of PTs struggle that got the job and didn't know how to operate or teach folks the moves...
Good luck my friend.[/QUOTE]
Thanks! Repped
I live in the UK and am doing mine currently, for me how it worked was;
1) Book course over phone or online and pay
2) Material is sent through to work through in your own time
3) Book exams online for the specific modules which were - Exercise and Fitness Theory level 3, Nutrition Level 3, Health Screening Level 3, Business Case Study Exam Level 3, Functional Sports Training Level 3 and Practical Examination Level 3
4) Book the 5 day course whereby I took the week off work, this is where they teach you all the relevant advanced training methods (most of which you'll know already) and so that you can experience what you put your clients through.
5) Finally, after all exams are done submit your Case Study which is essentially a 12 week periodised program for a client you have known for a couple months who wants to step it up and get more specific etc. So essentially it's just designing a 12 week program to suit their needs/wants, within their guidelines and criteria.
The way it works over here seems a lot more complicated than the US system as I hear it is a lot easier to get qualified over there but it is relatively easy and organised in your own time. So far I've only had to take out 7 days from work and another 2 more to finish exams but only 5 days were taken off in a block and the rest are staggered so it's not really demanding.
Have you got your Gym Instructor's qualification yet? Because personally at your age I would just work as a GI for a few years, get the feel of what it's like to work in a gym environment, have your face about so people start to get to know you and develop some trust within them. Then when you want to move onto PT'ing when you're older that faith base is already established as the likelihood is as NY said above that they will be a bit reserved about someone so young training them but after a few years you may have planted an idea into their heads thinking 'actually ___ know's his stuff, lets give him a go' and makes it more comfortable for them as a client as they already know rather than just an alien drill sergeant.
I know that's a lot of info for something part time but hope it helps.
It can take anywhere from a long weekend seminar to a 4 year program depending on your comfort level and education.
[QUOTE=Jim101;712199781]I'm considering it as a part time job and I just want to know[/QUOTE]
Sadly, only a couple of weeks.
Sure you might only take a couple of weeks if you get an online certification but most players nowadays will definitely not accept certifications that. I would say three months at the minimum in order to get certified and build a great resume in order to apply for a job and actually get it. This is if you are studying a good amount every day during those three months. I have a complete guide on how to become a personal trainer that I suggest anybody reading this thread check out: [url]http://www.ptpioneer.com/how-to-become-a-personal-trainer/[/url]
[QUOTE=Jim101;712199781]I'm considering it as a part time job and I just want to know[/QUOTE]
Honestly, years. Sure you can get a certificate over the weekend but that doesn't make you a personal trainer.
The time it takes to become a personal trainer really depends on which certification you are going for. any of the top four certifications on my list which include NASM, ACE, ACSM and NSCA all take between three and six months to complete. Three months is more for the people that have some sort of exercise science background. And 6 to 9 months for those who don't. I have an updated article on [url=http://www.ptpioneer.com/long-take-become-personal-trainer/]the time it takes to become a trainer[/url] which goes over the average time for a lot of my friends, family members as well as clients of personal training to go through various certifying agencies from start to finish. I hope this helps anybody who still searching for a reliable answer.
Good thing about these threads being brought up from years ago is it makes you think: how many of these guys got their quals? How many of these PTs answering are still training people?
Very few last...
[QUOTE=KyleAaron;1541646711]Good thing about these threads being brought up from years ago is it makes you think: how many of these guys got their quals? How many of these PTs answering are still training people?
Very few last...[/QUOTE]
You are right. Very few.
A personal trainer business is about people. Training them, talking to them, getting to understand them. Someone who has this ability prefers to ask questions on a personal, face to face encounter. This is the same skillset that will enable success. If one feels more comfortable in an anonymous, stranger online environment, then that person is already set up to fail.
Someone who is right for the professional of personal training would prefer to go to several gyms and speak one-on-one with actual trainers.
That's probably true. That's another reason I say that before you start becoming a trainer, get a trainer. I think it's important to have gone through the process of being trained yourself, but also any questions you have about being a trainer can be answered by them, or by watching them.
[QUOTE=Jim101;712199781]I'm considering it as a part time job and I just want to know[/QUOTE] Bad question most part time trainers never get any clientele. however if you know how to periodize, basics of human anatomy, endocrinology, etc