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Question asked by Jerry Prince 399 days ago

How important is an NCCA accreditation?

National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)AccreditationCertifications

Is it really important to go with a certification that is NCCA accredited?

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Answered by Joanne Duncan-Carnesciali 373 days ago
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The following information might be of interest to you in deciding whether you will earn a NCCA accredited certification or not.

Hope this helps.


http://www.ihrsa.org/home/2010/1/14/accreditation-announcement-to-ihrsa-...
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Answered by Stephen Landrum 271 days ago
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I believe that if you want to establish yourself as a fitness professional, you should get the accredited certification but, it is not necessary. I have encountered many fine fitness pros without accredited certs. but most all of them have degrees in their field.
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