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Singapore fitness/wellness industry offers one of the most exciting
and rewarding careers to anyone who has a genuine passion for all
things fitness and wellness.
And to cater to the growing number of people who are contemplating a
career or business in this field, or to those who simply want to enhance their
current credentials, many certifying organizations and institutions
abound - both in Singapore as well as abroad -
which offer a variety of
courses and certifications related
to fitness and wellness.
Bearing in mind that no two
fitness/wellness certifications are alike, and that every
certification or course has its own merits, one is advised to study the various
organizations carefully, and enroll only in those courses that meet
your needs, interests and requirements.
Note: As our focus are on
Professional/Vocational Fitness Certifications And Courses mainly for
working adults
and current fitness/wellness professionals,
the following are NOT included in our list:
- Full-Time Student-Centered
Tertiary Education,
- Courses Requiring Enrolment In A
College/Polytechnic/University,
- Higher Academic Learning Leading
To Diplomas/Degrees in Sports Science, Exercise Science, Nutrition,
Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Physical Therapy, Physical
Education etc.
However, adult
professionals who feel they are able to commit themselves fully to
a demanding and vigorous study schedule are strongly encouraged to find out more about these
academic educational courses on their own via the Internet.
Following are some of the more
reputable and recognized institutions and organizations - starting
with those with operations in Singapore - which offer professional/vocational
certifications to adults keen on switching to a fitness or wellness
career, and also to current fitness/wellness professionals who wish to
further enhance their credentials
Singapore-Based Fitness/Wellness Certifying Institutions
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FISAF Singapore
( Federation of International
Sports, Aerobics and Fitness ) |
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Overview: |
FISAF is an international
organization that supports the development of fitness and
aerobics industries worldwide. All graduates of a FISAF
International Training Course receive an internationally
accepted FISAF certificate. |
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Courses Run: |
Aerobic & Group Exercise
Certification, Personal Trainer Certification, Aqua Aerobics
Certification, Core Training Certification, Senior Fitness
Certification, Chi Yoga Certification. |
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On-Site Lectures & Workshops |
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On-Site Theory & Practical Examinations |
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Singapore Sports Council, SSC
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Overview: |
The Singapore Sports Council (SSC)
is Singapore's official agency tasked with developing sports in
Singapore. Its Sports Industry Development (SID) Department
serves to implement and facilitate training and developmental
programs for personnel in the sports and fitness industry. |
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Courses Run: |
Basic Exercise Course, Basic
Massage Course, Fitness Instructor
Certification, Aerobics
Instructor Certification, Strength & Conditioning Coach Certification. |
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On-Site Lectures & Workshops |
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On-Site Theory & Practical
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International Fitness/Wellness
Certifying Institutions - the following are reputable and
recognized international fitness
organizations that allow global/international participation in their courses
via distance learning, home study or online teaching.
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American Council On Exercise, ACE
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ACE is the world's largest
nonprofit fitness certification organization committed to
educating and
supporting fitness professionals in providing safe and effective
exercise instruction. |
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Courses Run: |
Personal Trainer Certification,
Group Fitness Instructor Certification, Lifestyle & Weight
Management Consultant Certification, Advanced Health & Fitness
Specialist Certification. |
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Home-Study / Self-Study |
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On-Site Pencil & Paper Exam (
Available In Singapore) |
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American College Of Sports
Medicine, ACSM
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Overview: |
ACSM is the
largest sports
medicine and exercise science organization in the world,
dedicated to promoting and integrating scientific research,
education, and practical applications of sports medicine and
exercise science so as to enhance physical performance, fitness,
health, and quality of life. |
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Courses Run: |
Personal Trainer Certification,
Health Fitness Specialist Certification, Clinical Exercise
Specialist Certification, Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Certification. |
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Study Mode: |
Self-Study, Workshops |
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Exam Mode: |
Computerized
Testing At Pearson VUEŽ Authorized Testing Centers
(Available In Singapore) |
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Aerobics And Fitness Association
Of America, AFAA
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Overview: |
AFAA is the world's
largest fitness
educator dedicated to
providing comprehensive cognitive and practical education for
fitness professionals, grounded in industry research, using both
traditional and innovative modalities. |
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Personal Trainer Certification and TelexerciseŽ Resistance
Trainer Certification available to international participants. |
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Online study, video lectures and
'live' interactions with AFAA lecturers and instructors via the
internet. |
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Exam Mode: |
Theory & Practical Examinations
Via Secure, Monitored Testing Using The Internet |
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American Fitness Professionals &
Associates, AFPA
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Overview: |
AFPA is a
recognized leader in certification & continuing education for
Fitness Professionals. It
provides professionals with the
requisite skills and information necessary to achieve long term
success in the fitness profession.
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Courses Run: |
Personal Trainer Certification
Course, Nutrition & Wellness Consultant Certification Course,
Sports Nutrition Consultant Certification Course, Weight
Management Consultant Certification Course, Pre/Post Natal
Exercise Specialist Certification Course, Cardio Kickboxing
Instructor Certification Course, Children's Fitness Specialist
Certification Course, Cycle Instructor Certification Course,
Sports Conditioning Specialist Certification Course, Functional
Training Specialist Certification Course, Yoga Fitness
Instructor Certification Course, Pilates Fitness Instructor
Certification Course, Post-Rehab Exercise Specialist
Certification Course, Stability Ball Trainer Certification
Course, Strength Trainer Certification Course, Senior Fitness
Specialist Certification Course, Aquatic Instructor
Certification Course, Group Fitness Instructor Certification
Course, Trainer of Special Populations Certification Course. |
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Distance Learning Via
Certification Textbooks & Instructional DVDs |
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In-Home Written Assignments And/Or
Practical Examinations (Via Video-Recording) Which Are Then
Mailed Back To AFPA (USA) for assessing. |
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International Sports Sciences
Association, ISSA
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Overview: |
The
International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) is a distance
education institution and certifying agency committed to the
fitness education and professional goals of fitness/wellness
professionals.
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Courses Run: |
Personal Trainer Certification,
Fitness Nutrition Certification, Exercise Therapy Certification,
Senior Fitness Certification, Youth Fitness Certification,
Strength and Conditioning Certification, Sports Nutrition
Certification, Elite Trainer Certification, Master Trainer
Certification. |
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Home Study Via Guide Books and
Workbooks. |
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Exam Mode: |
Course Quizzes And Online/Mail-In
Exams |
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National Academy Of Sports
Medicine, NASM
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Overview: |
The National Academy of Sports
Medicine (NASM) is a global leader in providing evidence-based
certifications and advanced credentials to health and fitness
professionals. |
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Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
Certification, Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)
Certification, Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) Certification. |
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Home Study Via Text Books, Study
Guides, Online Learning, DVDs, MP3s |
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Exam Mode: |
Computerized
Testing At
Schroeder Measurement Technologies (SMT)/IsoQuality Testing
Centres
(Available In Singapore) |
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National Exercise & Sports
Trainers Association, NESTA
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Overview: |
The
National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) is a
leader in innovative solutions for fitness, nutrition & wellness
professionals, providing comprehensive educational programs that
combine science with practical, real-world experience.
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Courses Run: |
Personal Fitness Trainer
Certification,
Heart Rate Performance Specialist
Certification,
Fitness Nutrition Coach Certification, Core Conditioning
Specialist Certification, Group Exercise Instructor
Certification, Sports Injury Specialist Certification, Speed,
Agility & Quickness Coach Certification, Functional Training
Specialist Certification, Biomechanics Specialist Certification,
Kids' Nutrition Specialist Certification, Lifestyle & Weight
Management Certification, Senior Fitness Specialty
Certification, Sport Yoga Instructor Certification, Pilates Mat
& Ball Instructor Certification, Water Fitness Instructor
Certification. |
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Study Mode: |
Self-Study Via CD-Roms, Study
Manuals, DVDs. |
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Exam Mode: |
Demonstration Photos And/Or
Mail-In Exams |
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