Im a lienced Physical therapist assnt for 8 yrs what would I need to become a master personal trainer ?
Hi Robert. I think that you’ve received some solid advice here from the other posters. Like other ancillary health professions (including physical therapy assistant) personal training requires your being officially recognized as a personal trainer (by getting your certification) will be an important first step towards becoming an advanced trainer. Taking and passing your certification test should not be a major problem with your background, however be aware that since your practice has been primarily in a rehabilitation setting, you will probably need to bone-up on working with healthy populations in order to better prepare for the certification test. Your work with the football team will help immensely!
Good luck, and welcome to the profession.
LaRue, CSCS
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