Personal Training Certification Classes

NETA (National Exercise & Trainers Association) offers an NCCA accredited personal training certification that is recognized nationally and is designed for trainers who wish to instruct clients individually or in small groups.  Note: Participants must have a valid copy of a CPR/AED certification before they will be mailed their certification from NETA if they pass the course.

Campus Recreation will be hosting a NETA two-day Personal Training Certification Class in the spring and fall of 2012.  Information for these classes can be found below.

Note: Each NETA certification class will be held in the CRC Meeting Room (across from the CRC Racquetball Courts).  Information on this session is listed below:

Fall 2012 2-Day NETA PT Certification Class

This class will be held on Saturday, October 13, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, October 14, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Register by September 13, 2012, to reserve your spot.

Spring 2013 2-Day NETA PT Certification Class

This class will be held on Saturday, April 20, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 21, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Register by March 20, 2013, to reserve your spot.

Registration Information

$399 - Course Registration Fee
NOTE: The CRC does not give refunds after classes have begun!

Register on-line for NETA 2-Day PT Certification Classes

You can register at the CRC Welcome Desk or you may also download the Instructional Programs Registration Form (pdf) and send the completed form and appropriate fee to:

UMass Lowell Campus Recreation
100 Pawtucket Street
Lowell, MA 01854

To study for this exam you can order on-line the recommended NETA manual: A NETA Fitness Professionals Manual for PT & Group Certification. The cost for the manual is $49.

For more information on the NETA personal training certification classes or potential upcoming classes please contact Justin Lawler at Justin_Lawler@uml.edu or 978-934-2332.

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