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AFTA Certification

by Glen
(Seattle)

Does anybody know if the AFTA personal trainer certification is reputable? Is it a good choice?

AFTA...not a good choice
by: Heather

AFTA was the first certification I received, not knowing much about the others. And, I've never used it because the first few times I told people I had this certification, all I got in return were blank stares. Not a lot of trainers/gyms recognize this certification. Another problem with it is that the test they give you is one that you can do from home. Many gyms want to see certifications that their trainers earned from passing proctored tests. I wouldn't give a second thought to AFTA, and instead, would spend your money on another, more recognized, certification.

AFTA vs US Career
by: Sherrie

I have a Certification from the US Career Institute and am having a hard time finding an insurance carrier because it is NOT known or on any lists for Approved Organizations, however, AFTA is on some lists and insurance companies will accept it.

My response
by: Wes

I am an AFTA personal trainer myself, while you won't get on as a college strength coach, a smaller gym would probably hire you. This summer i am starting my own business up. So if you are going to train for your own business, i liked the course and learned a lot from it even after having 12 years of training behind my back.

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