Certification
Build your carrier in
strength & conditioning
Become a Strength and Conditioning Professional
NSCA GC U.A.E. manages and controls the organization of courses, events and activities of the National Strength and Conditioning Association in United Arab Emirates and offers training, events, webinars and scientific articles for training scientists, strength and conditioning coaches and fitness experts.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT CERTIFICATION
Your first step is to decide which NSCA certification is right for your desired career path. Choosing the right NSCA certification will help direct your career toward a specific category of the industry, while additional certifications can help prepare you for career advancement.
Each certification serves various groups of people with specific health, fitness, or performance goals. The options below will help you select the right certification that fits your career goals:
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®)
The industry-leading certification for professionals who apply scientific knowledge to train athletes and teams to top levels of performance.
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer®
(NSCA-CPT®)
The leading certificate available for personal trainers. Backed by the NSCA’s evidence-based approach, the NSCA-CPT sets you apart from the rest to launch your career growth.
Certified Performance and Sport Scientist
(CPSS)
A first-of-its-kind certification, the CPSS is for experienced professionals who apply data and research to train athletes to top levels of performance.
Certified Special Population Specialist®
(CSPS®)
The certification for fitness professionals who collaborate with healthcare professionals to improve the health, wellness, and fitness needs of all ages, including people with chronic and temporary health conditions.
Tactical Strength & Conditioning Facilitator®(TSAC-F®)
The preferred certificate for tactical trainers. Train and enhance the fitness of military, law enforcement, and first responders for the unique physical challenges encountered in the tactical environment.
HOW CERTIFICATION WORKS
NSCA Exam Preparation
The NSCA certification exams are based on the analysis of tasks needed to be competent in a specified job or role. The exams measure a candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) compared to a predetermined level of competence. It is not a test that recalls information from a textbook like a college course. Before you start preparing ensure you have chosen the right certification for you.
What Type of Training Do You Want to Provide?
When considering a certification, look at the typical training that a certified individual provides to their clients or athletes. The type of training will also indicate a more specific group of people you work with, as well as typical job settings. Keep in mind each certification covers organizational and administrative duties along with legal issues specific to each job setting.
What Education and Experience Do You Have or Plan to Achieve?
Each certification requires a certain level of education before you are eligible to sit for the exam. Some certifications also require industry experience as well. Many NSCA-certified individuals hold multiple certifications that were earned as they gained experience in their careers. To find out if you are eligible for a specific course, read the requirements in the info above.
Consider What You Need to Know to Pass the Exam
Each certification exam tests the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required to successfully perform your job as a certified individual. NSCA certifications are NCCA-accredited, which means the exams are rigorous and will require study. Look over the following general topics covered on each exam.
