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90,000+ ACE Certified Pros
Join the largest certifier in health & fitness for over 35 years.
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The career you want starts with
an ACE Certification
Personal Trainer
If you enjoy creating workouts and one-on-one training, this is for you.
Open-book Exam now available!
Starting at $979 $489.50
Flexible payment plans available No experience needed, start today! Learn More
Group Fitness Instructor
If you enjoy leading groups and high-energy experiences, this is for you.
Starting at $449 $224.50
Flexible payment plans available No experience needed, start today! Learn More
Health Coach
If you enjoy influencing healthy habits and practicing mindfulness, this is for you.
Starting at $1,299 $649.50
Flexible payment plans available No experience needed, start today! Learn More
Medical Exercise Specialist
If you enjoy working in healthcare and helping patients recover, this is for you.
Your path to a rewarding career
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Choose your Study Program
Select a program that fits your needs and get started right away.
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Start your online learning
With self-paced learning and on-demand support, you can be coaching clients in as few as 3-6 months.
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Pass your Certification Exam
The multiple choice exam can be conveniently taken online, or at a testing center near you.
Learn more about exams
Get your FREE Career Guide
Take a look into career paths, stories from ACE Certified Pros, the future of health & fitness and more!
"ACE has transformed my life. I have found something that is more than a job and am able to help people in ways I could have never imagined. I am extremely proud, successful and happy in what I do."
- Marisol Gramlich, ACE Certified Personal Trainer
ACE is with you every step of the way
Learn online at your own pace
Gain the knowledge to get certified in as few as 3-6 months with our flexible Study Programs.
Build in-demand skills
Learn the latest exercise science and behavior change methods that people everywhere are seeking.
Put your skills into action
Gain practical experience with interactive learning activities and real-world application.
Get on-demand study support
Succeed with the help of ACE Answers, live Q&A and facilitated study groups.
Access lifelong career resources
Build the career you want with access to exclusive groups, networks and tools, like the ACE Pro Talks podcast.
