Does any certification have a in person practical component?

Good answers. ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM all suggest a practical component to their personal trainer certification. I believe that it’s superficial. In my opinion the only true practical exam is to have a candidate take an individual through a workout–strength, cardio, flexibility. It doesn’t have to be long, but it does give the examiner an opportunity to assess the candidate’s core knowledge, as well as his/her communication skills.