CPTN Start Successfully Quiz

Description

You have acquired the skills to be a successful Personal Trainer but have you acquired the skills to run a successful personal training business? In this self-study course you will learn what it takes to build a full personal training practice and run an efficient, successful business. The materials will cover the advantages and disadvantages of working in a gym, corporate and private setting; accounting and taxation considerations; time management, organization skills and filing ideas for your business; future trends and what opportunities will exist in the future; and how to build your business vision.

In this course we look at some of the essential elements that can make your personal training business a great success. We examine the qualities of a successful Personal Trainer, present an overview of what it takes to get started in the personal training industry, and review the steps required to maintain your Certification. We explore not only the requirements for business set-up and location of your business, but also the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Finally, we go through the logistics of good business structure from policies and procedures to accounting and taxation considerations.

Recommended Text:

  • CPTN Business Course: Level 1 - Start Successfully, Marco Iafrate, Certified Professional Trainers Network (CPTN), Toronto, 2007.
  • Business Strategies for Personal Training, S.L. Lee, S.R.K. Persad, Canadian Personal Trainers Network (CPTN), Toronto, 2003.

Passing Mark: 75%

CPTN CECs: 3.0

Fee: Member: $26.00 CAD / Non-Member: $28.50 CAD

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