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Getting people moving

Start an ACE
Certified Personal
Training Career

Earn the most recognized
certification that opens doors

Just some of what you can do:

  • Virtual Coach/Online Trainer
  • Athletic Coach
  • Gym Owner/Self-Employed
  • Corrective Exercise & Injury Prevention Specialist

Countless places you can work:

  • Gym/Health Club
  • Healthcare/Outpatient Clinic
  • Community Center
  • University/Campus

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Learn with the best study programs through ACE University (ACE U)

Our Personal Trainer Study Program features ACE University, an interactive digital study experience. With ACE U, you will learn both science and practical application, making you better prepared to complete your certification exam and launch your new career

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Get qualified to coach clients with the
most recognized and rewarding certification

90,000+ ACE Certified Pros

Join the largest certifier in health & fitness for over 35 years.

NCCA Accreditation

Stand out to employers with the most trusted credential.

Do what you love, get paid

ACE Personal Trainers earn an average annual income of $67,000

according to Glassdoor.com

In-demand profession

Expected increase in employment of 14% between 2022-2032

U.S. Department of Labor

90,000 ACE Certified Pros, 35 Million Lives Moved!

ACE has provided me with the opportunity to forge my own career path. It has led to the lifestyle of my dreams. Not only has it allowed me to help create life-changing results for my clients but also for myself, my family and my community.

Allen Blunt

ACE Certified Personal Trainer

ACE has transformed my life. I have found something that is more than a job and am able to help people in ways I could have never imagined. I am extremely proud, successful and happy in what I do.

Marisol Gramlich

ACE Certified Personal Trainer

ACE has been, and continues to be the best investment of my life. As a single mom and U.S. Army Veteran with a full-time job, I was able to raise a family while pursuing my certification and am now able to live my passion for helping others.

Catherine Morrison

ACE Certified Personal Trainer, U.S. Army Veteran

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