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NETA received NCCA accreditation of its Personal Trainer certification by submitting an application demonstrating the program’s compliance with the NCCA’s Standards for the Accreditation of Certification Programs. NCCA is the accrediting body of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence. Since 1977, the NCCA has been accrediting certifying programs based on the highest quality standards in professional certification to ensure the programs adhere to modern standards of practice in the certification industry. The process of earning accreditation is extensive, including the input of many subject matter experts (SMEs) to conduct a practice analysis of the personal trainer’s role and responsibilities and to develop the certification exam.  \nNETA’s The Fitness Professional’s Manual, 5th edition (2018) is an excellent resource to help prepare for the exam. In addition to studying the Manual, NETA also recommends completion of The Fitness Professional’s Workbook for Personal Trainers, which includes a 50-question Personal Trainer Practice Exam. A series of six online Personal Trainer Review Modules may also be purchased to supplement your exam preparations. Visit our website for more information about these recommended study resources. NETA also offers live review workshops, both in-person and virtual, intended to serve as a final review of key topics in preparation for the certification exam.  \nTo successfully prepare for the exam, NETA recommends that candidates devote an appropriate amount of time (e.g., at least 30-45 days) and effort toward self-directed study prior to attending a review workshop or attempting the examination. Self-study time may vary depending on the individual’s existing knowledge, the quality of time devoted to study, and the rate at which candidates comprehend the information. Sample 30-and 45-day preparation schedule are provided on page 4. Please Note: NETA’s study materials and/or educational services are not required to be eligible to sit for the NETA Personal Trainer certification exam. The use of NETA study materials and/or attendance at a live NETA certification review workshop does not guarantee a candidate will pass the exam.  \nIn addition, candidates should also review NETA’s Personal Trainer exam content outline. This document serves as the foundation from which the certification exam was constructed. This document is available in the Exam Candidate Handbook located on NETA’s website, and is also provided on pages 6-13 of this study guide. Take some time to familiarize yourself with the exam content outline. Your preparation for the exam should be focused accordingly.  \nIf you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 1-800-237-6242 or refer to Frequently Asked Questions [at](at www.netafit.org)[ ](at www.netafit.org)[www.netafit.org](at www.netafit.org).  \nGood luck with your preparations for NETA’s NCCA-accredited Personal Trainer certification exam! 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