For detailed information go to the NCCPT Certification Candidate Handbook.

• You have twelve months from the date of purchase to take your NCCPT-CPT exam. If you do not take the exam within twelve months, an exam extension will need to be purchased to be eligible for the exam.

• The NCCPT accredited certification exam is 140 multiple choice questions. 125 questions are graded, and 15 questions are field items.

• Only candidates who achieve a passing score on their final exam will obtain the certification and must use the designation as follows:

  • Certified Personal Trainer: NCCPT- CPT

  • Certified Yoga Instructor: NCCPT- CYI

  • Certified Strength Training Specialist.: NCCPT- CSTS

  • Certified Group Exercise Instructor: NCCPT- CGxI

• The NCCPT NCCA accredited certification exam must be tested at a Prometric Testing Center or remotely with a Prometric online proctor (proctor fees paid directly to Prometric apply).

• You have two hours to complete the exam.

• A pass or fail result will be provided upon completion.

• If you fail the exam, you must purchase a retake exam prior to retesting.

• There is a mandatory waiting period between exam attempts. View the Candidate Handbook for details.

• The exam is NOT open book/open notes.

• You must be at least 18 years of age to take the exam.

• A government issued photo ID (such as a driver's license, passport, military ID, etc.) is required to take the exam. Please make sure the name on your government issued ID matches the name in your student account. The proctor will check this.

• A valid CPR card (or certificate of completion) is required to take the exam. Please note, a digital CPR certificate will not be accepted.

• The NCCPT recommends that you adequately prepare before attempting your exam(s) the first time. Here is a list of open resources you can utilize to prepare.

• The NCCPT Certification Board supports formal education and practical experience as important attributes in helping candidates prepare for the NCCPT certification exam. There are, however, multiple paths that can be followed to attain certification. Therefore, although suggested, practical experience and formal education are not requirements candidates have to meet to sit for the exams.

Special Accommodations Requests - NCCPT complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and other applicable laws and regulations. The NCCPT will review and accommodate requests from qualified candidates with a diagnosed disability for accommodation to take a Final Exam if the request is reasonable, does not fundamentally alter the examination or jeopardize exam security. Once approved, the NCCPT will then make accommodation arrangements with Prometric. Prometric may charge additional fees based on the candidate's accommodation needs. Special accommodations may need to be properly documented and/or proper evidence provided by a physician, health care professional or government agency. Proctors should make every effort to assist in the accommodation and examination needs of candidates with disabilities. If a candidate appears to be having difficulty taking an examination, the Proctor should inquire if there is anything that can be done to improve the candidate's examination experience. Actions such as adjusting the contrast of the monitor, adjusting the chair height, or adjusting the screen angle should be undertaken immediately. To request a special accommodation, contact the NCCPT for assistance at Support@NCCPT.com.

• If your appointment is already scheduled, you will need to contact Prometric directly to make any adjustments. To reschedule or cancel your exam, please use the following link: https://proscheduler.prometric.com/.

• If your appointment has already passed and you were unable to make it, you will be considered a No-Show. If this occurs and you still intend to sit for the exam, you will need to reach out to NCCPT (not Prometric) at Support@NCCPT.com.

• Please ensure you adhere to the reschedule/cancel policy to avoid additional fees.

Retake exams must be taken on or before the exam deadline date. 

To be eligible to purchase a retake, you must have an active exam voucher and adhere to the wait period (See the Candidate Handbook for details). If you are unsure about your eligibility or your exam deadline date, please reach out to the NCCPT department directly at Support@NCCPT.com.  

The NCCPT Certified Yoga Instructor (NCCPT-CYI), NCCPT Certified Strength Training Specialist (NCCPT-CSTS) and NCCPT Certified Group Exercise Instructor (NCCPT-CGxI Exams must be taken and passed by 8/26/2024.

NCCPT Certified Personal Trainer (NCCPT-CPT) Exam candidates have up to 12 months to sit for their exams from the date of purchase. This period can be extended for an additional six (6) months at no charge upon request. If needed, a candidate can purchase an exam extension to extend the exam eligibility for six (6) more months. After two (2) years, a candidate must repurchase the exam voucher. Purchase of the extension does not guarantee exam eligibility. Please contact us at Support@NCCPT.com to confirm eligibility and purchase an exam extension.

Purchase of the extension does not guarantee exam eligibility. Please contact us at Support@NCCPT.com to confirm eligibility and purchase an exam extension.