Is the ACE GFI exam hard?

The exam. As I said earlier, the ACE GFI exam was surprisingly pretty easy. I think this is in part to the emphasis on the topics to which I dedicated most of my study time. This section of the exam is all about designing a workout or class structure for your clients/class and is about 20% of the exam material.

How hard is the certified personal trainer test?

The ACE CPT Exam is known for being one of the most difficult personal training certifications to pass. Out of the almost 800-page textbook they select 150 questions that need to be completed in a three hour time limit. This can cause major anxiety as knowing what to study can be hard to determine.

How many questions are on the personal trainer test?

NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer Exam Description The NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer® (NSCA-CPT®) exam is comprised of 140 scored and 15 non-scored* multiple-choice questions that tests candidate’s knowledge, skill, and ability in the following four domains: Client Consultation/Fitness Assessment. Program Planning.

How do you pass the personal trainer exam?

Tips For Passing The ACE Certified Personal Trainer Exam

  1. Read The Book. It can be tempting to skim the material.
  2. Take Notes. Everyone learns in their own way, but for me, I learn best by writing things down.
  3. Know The Vocabulary.
  4. Study Anatomy.
  5. Take The Practice Quizzes.
  6. Areas to focus on:
  7. After The Exam.

How many times can you retake the ACE exam?

The soonest you may retake your ACE Exam is ten days following your failed exam date, unless special testing accommodations are required. However, candidates have up to one year from their first attempt to retake their exam at a discounted price point.

Is 40 too old to become a personal trainer?

“Am I too old to be a personal trainer?” You’re never too old to start an exercise program and the same is true when it comes to being a personal trainer. NFPT has an active and certified 82 year old trainer, so I’d say there really is no limit!

Is Ace exam open book?

It is not an open book test, but the study materials you prepare with can help you narrow down the lengthy textbook (500 pages), and nail down the knowledge you need to know in order to pass the exam, and essentially, to succeed as a certified personal trainer.

What fitness certification is most recognized?

The personal trainer certifications with an option for NCCA accreditation are the most respected in the industry. The NCCA is the gold standard for third-party personal training certifications. Some of these certs include, NASM, ACE, Fitness Mentors, and ISSA.