PT Certifications- which one would you recommend?

[esimons]

I have my bachelors degree in exercise physiology and have been working as a cardiac tech/exercise physiologist in a hospital setting for the past 2 years. I am looking to break into the fitness industry either as a fitness director or PT but find that almost all places are requiring a PT certification. Which one would you recommend? Which one will I not have to worry about whether it is accepted, looked down upon, etc.? I would appreciate any advice. Thanks a lot!

 

[stroutman81]

NSCA CPT and CSCS

ACSM and NASM are good too.

 

[tonymcclellan]

You have the degree, go for the NSCA CSCS.

 

[bodyscience]

I have the same degree, and doesn't it piss you off that you have to get certified?! I know I was mad. I went with ISSA, great program and support after you certify

 

[stroutman81]

I have the same degree, and doesn't it piss you off that you have to get certified?! I know I was mad. I went with ISSA, great program and support after you certify

I am def. not a fan of ISSA. Great support, sure. That's about it though.

 

[bipennate]

If you plan on staying in a hospital-based or special populations setting, the ACSM-HFI or Exercise Specialist would be good...otherwise, go with the NSCA or NASM.