How to become a personal trainer in BC
Registered Personal Trainer (BCRPA / CSEP) · British Columbia
Coach people through workouts at a gym or studio. You need fitness courses, exams, first aid and registration with the provincial fitness registry.
THE ROUTE
The route at a glance
BCRPA Fitness Theory Course & Provincial Exam
Complete Fitness Theory course and pass the proctored BCRPA provincial exam
BCRPA Weight Training Specialty Course & ICE
Complete Weight Training module and pass the Instructor Competency Evaluation (ICE)
BCRPA Personal Training Course & Practical Exam
Complete Personal Training course and pass practical client simulation examination
BCRPA Personal Trainer Registration & Liability Insurance
Obtain $2M+ professional liability insurance and register with BCRPA
BCRPA Fitness Theory Course & Provincial Exam
Complete Fitness Theory course and pass the proctored BCRPA provincial exam
BCRPA Weight Training Specialty Course & ICE
Complete Weight Training module and pass the Instructor Competency Evaluation (ICE)
BCRPA Personal Training Course & Practical Exam
Complete Personal Training course and pass practical client simulation examination
BCRPA Personal Trainer Registration & Liability Insurance
Obtain $2M+ professional liability insurance and register with BCRPA
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Work takes place in municipal community recreation centers and non-profit facilities (ymca), as well as private commercial gym chains (goodlife fitness, anytime fitness, club16 trevor linden).
Be mindful of risk of acute musculoskeletal sprains or dropped weight injuries during improper spotting and follow all required safety procedures.
Open a dedicated private personal training gym or functional fitness facility.
Earn NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist credentials to coach collegiate and professional athletes.
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