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Premium Personal Trainer

$1495

Our most popular program with the benefits of weekly live meetings and Q&A with our teachers.

The Premium Personal Trainer package includes everything in basic, plus:
✅ Optional weekly Q&A’s, assignments with feedback and practical demonstrations
✅ Feedback and support from our incredible team of teachers

Facts

  • This is a self-study with maximum flexibility, perfectly suited for the individual student that want to study in their own pace.

    Key components of our Premium Program is:

    • Take advantage of optional free weekly Q&A sessions and live teaching with our expert instructors
    • Join a global community of like-minded students to connect, share insights, and discuss your journey
    • High-quality learning videos on a state-of the-art learning platform.
    • Learn from some of the best teachers and industry leading fitness experts.
    • Enhance your learning with exercise demonstration videos featuring detailed anatomical animations.
    • All course literature is included for every module, so there’s no need to purchase additional books.
    • Online and flexible. With our self-paced online program, you can conveniently start your new career from home and complete the course in as little as 8 weeks.
    • Enjoy exclusive lifetime access to all content on our digital learning platform. Unlike most PT certifications that restrict access to a limited study period, we provide unlimited access to both existing and future content. This invaluable resource ensures you’re always up-to-date with the latest research and new learning materials, supporting your career for years to come.
    • Exam fees included for both required exams, so there are no additional costs.
    • Enjoy 2 free exam retakes included in our Premium Program. While most students pass on their first try, we understand that challenges can arise. With no additional costs for retakes, you can focus on doing your best without the stress of extra fees
    • 1 year free registration in the European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS), ensuring the global recognition of your competence level as a Certified Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer.
  • To enroll in this course, you must meet the following requirements
    • Age: Be at least 18 years
    • Experience: Have at least one year of training experience
    • Language: Be proficient in written and spoken English.
    Important: Due to national regulations, this course is not valid for students from Norway or Sweden. However, we offer specialized courses tailored for these countries, approved for personal trainer licensing and employment:

  • Achieve the Gold Standard in Fitness and Health Certification.

    All Active Education Certification Programs are fully accredited by EuropeActive and the European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS), ensuring the highest industry standards.

    Certifications included in this program:

    • Certified Fitness Instructor (Active Education Level 3)
    • Certified Personal Trainer (Europe Active Level 4)

    These credentials set you apart, demonstrating your expertise and commitment to excellence in the fitness industry.

  • Start Today for Just $249!

    The total tuition for the CPT Standard Program is $1495, all-inclusive!

    • No hidden fees or extra costs—everything you need is covered.
    • Flexible payment plan: Pay in 6 installments of $249 each.

Information about subjects

  • The course is divided into convenient modules, so you can study more efficiently. Each module has pre-recorded lectures, reading assignment, reflecting assignment and a multiple-choice quiz.

    Each module includes:

    • Pre-recorded lectures for flexible learning
    • Reading assignments to deepen your understanding
    • Reflective tasks to apply what you’ve learned
    • Multiple-choice quizzes to test your knowledge

    The total of 18 modules are as follows:

    1. Anatomy
    2. Physiology
    3. Biomechanics
    4. Training industry and the role of the personal trainer
    5. Motivation and performance psychology
    6. Screening and the initial consultation
    7. Spotting and safety
    8. Exercise science
    9. Training programming
    10. Endurance training
    11. Strength training
    12. Training and health
    13. Training for special populations
    14. Sales and service / daily structure as a personal trainer
    15. Source criticism and literature search
    16. Communication in the PT-role
    17. Personal trainer products
    18. Nutrition and training

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Other options

$119/month

Basic Personal Trainer

  • High-quality learning videos on a state-of the-art learning platform.
  • Learn from some of the best teachers and industry leading fitness experts.
  • Enhance your learning with exercise demonstration videos featuring detailed anatomical animations, along with AI tools to maximize learning experience.
  • All course literature is included for every module, so there’s no need to purchase additional books.
  • Online and flexible. With our self-paced online program, you can conveniently start your new career from home and complete the course in as little as 12 weeks.
  • Enjoy one full year of access to the learning platform. While most students complete the course in 3-4 months, there’s no need to rush. As with all our programs, you have a full year to explore all the learning materials at your own pace.
  • Exam fees included for both required exams, so there are no additional costs.
Basic Personal Trainer

Learn at your own pace with a fully flexible online program. Study anytime, anywhere—with expert videos, exercise demos, and all materials included. No hidden costs. No deadlines. Just your journey. Finish in 12 weeks or take up to 12 months. Earn a respected certification that sets you apart.

$249/month

Advanced Personal Trainer

  • Top-tier education, personalized for you
    A unique and innovative PT program led by elite industry professionals, combining flexible digital AI supported E-learning and hands-on practice to suit any schedule or background.

  • Start online, anytime
    Take your pick at which starting date suits you best. Get 24/7 access to video modules, lectures, and interactive activities. Learn at your own pace — review lessons as often as needed.

  • Train internationally
    Complete a 14-day practical training at one of our global locations.

  • Finish with confidence
    Wrap up your studies with a comprehensive on-site written and practical exam, held at the same location as your practical training.

  • Better career opportunities
    Graduates report higher salaries, more job options, and real-world confidence thanks to 14 days of guided, hands-on instruction. With our job guarantee program, your first step into the industry becomes even easier!

  • Work anywhere
    As a certified Active Education PT, you’ll be equipped to work in gyms, health clubs, corporate wellness programs, or even as a full-time freelance trainer.

  • The most complete PT education available
    With over two decades of global experience, Active Education offers one of the most comprehensive and respected personal trainer programs in the market — compare it to any other.

Advanced Personal Trainer

Get a personal trainer education that fits your life and goes beyond theory. The Advanced Program combines self-paced online study with a 14-day international practical training. Gain real skills, industry recognition, and a certification that proves your expertise. This isn’t just education — it’s your launchpad to a global career.

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FAQ’s

  • If you’re studying full time (equivalent to around 40 hours per week), you should be ready for the exam within 3-4 months.

    One of the majors benefits with studying with us is your freedom to manage your own study pace. If you want to finish the course earlier, you can study more (Note that minimum study time is 3 months). If you have a busy lifestyle, you can study as much as you have time for (1 year access to the learning platform is included).

  • You do not need to own any training equipment. However, we do recommend access to a training facility.

    Being a Personal Trainer is a practical, hands-on, occupation and you need to exercise the theory in a practical setting.

  • Yes. We want everybody to have the possiblity to study with us, and therefore we offer a flexible payment plan.

    • Pay 249 $ monthly until you tuition fee is paid
      • Basic: 4 months
      • Premium: 6 months
      • Advanced: 10 months

  • Our unique learning model employs the latest science within online learning. For each module you have a clear learning goal, pre-recorded lectures, quizzes, reflective and practical assignments. Your learning experience will be greatly increased by our integration of AI.

    On top of that, you have access to ask your tutors for guidance and counseling in the premium and advanced program.

  • No, only 249 $ has to be paid before you start studying.

  • The final examination consists of a multiple-choice test, which you need at least 80 % correct answers to pass. You also need to pass a practical exam, with a written part combined with a video assignment.

     

    1. Feedback and support: Follow-up, live QnA’s and feedback on assignments is included in the Premium and Advanced program. The basic program is 100 % self-guided.
    2. Hands-on teaching: The Advanced program includes 10 days of hands-on teaching at Campus Bali or Spain. This gives you the opportunity to connect with like-minded people, discuss and learn from our incredible teachers and get additional certifications such as the “Advanced Personal Trainer” along with exclusive access to the module “corrective exercises”.
    3. Job Guarantee Program: Our Advanced Program also includes a job guarantee program. If haven’t secured an occupation within 6 months, we offer you money back. Terms and conditions apply.

  • Yes, we will do our best!

    If you want to make sure you get a job, we recommend the Advanced Personal Trainer course due to our “Job Guarantee Program”. Read more here.

  • All our programs are designed to give you, as a student, the opportunity to combine studies with work and other busy everyday activities. Our flexible learning model means that you are not tied to fixed times, and you can watch lectures and complete assignments on the learning portal whenever it suits you.

    Most of our students work alongside their studies with us, many even in full-time positions. It is achievable as long as you work purposefully and are good at planning your time.

    If you participate in the physical sessions (a total of 10 days), these are held at set times with attendance required. This is the only aspect you need to check with your job for the possibility of getting time off.

  • Yes, you have access to our learning platform with all of our study material 24/7.