Personal Trainer Jobs

A Personal Trainer plays a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry. They specialize in creating custom exercise programs for individuals or groups, based on their physical abilities and health goals. Personal Trainers guide their clients through various exercises, ensuring proper form and safety. They also provide motivation, monitor progress, and make adjustments to the program as needed. Some trainers may offer dietary and lifestyle advice to enhance results. Certified Trainers have in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, nutrition, injury prevention, and specific exercise techniques.

Before becoming a Personal Trainer, an individual could hold several related positions such as Fitness Instructor, Gym Assistant, or Physical Education Teacher. These roles provide valuable experience in instructing and motivating individuals, operating fitness equipment, and understanding exercise science. In terms of qualifications, a personal trainer should hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and an accredited certification in personal training. Some reputable certifications include NASM, ACE, and ACSM. Additional skills such as CPR and AED certification are also helpful as they are equipped to respond to emergency situations. Communication skills, patience, and the ability to motivate are also key traits of successful personal trainers.

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Monarch Athletic Club

Strength and Conditioning Coach

. ________________________________________________________________________________ Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Performance, or related program...

Athletic Trainer

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago

We are on a mission to positively impact as many lives as possible and we can use your help -- we are looking for a PRN Athletic Trainer (ATC) to take on the opportunity of an Injury Prevention Specialist...

Athletic Trainer

  • Columbus, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 60+ days ago

"What I love about HPRC is that quality of care and personal connection are a top priority. They foster an environment that allows you to have fun at work while seeing patients experience...

It's more than a career, it's a calling WI-Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Main Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: Occupational Health Schedule: M-F, 2p-10p. Flexible Starting Pay: Wage...

Athletic Trainer School Based

  • Ogden, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 7 days ago

Provides education and training on injury prevention, advocates for overall health literacy, nutrition, and mental health wellbeing....

Athletic Trainer

  • American Fork, UT
  • 9 days ago
  • American Fork, UT
  • 9 days ago

Cleans, maintains, and inspects all necessary (can include room, ultrasound machine, ECG, PRP, exercise)equipment. Reports repair and maintenance needs....

Certified Athletic Trainer - PRN

  • Atkins, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Atkins, IA
  • 22 days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer - Industrial - Killingly, CT - Full-Time (Afternoons)

  • Dayville, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Dayville, CT
  • 22 days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer

  • Mountain Top, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Mountain Top, PA
  • 22 days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer - Industrial - Dayville CT - Full Time

  • Dayville, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Dayville, CT
  • 22 days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer - Industrial - PRN

  • Burnsville, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burnsville, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer - Afternoon Shift - Industrial - Cambridge, MA - Full-Time

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 23 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 23 days ago

Occupational/Industrial Athletic Trainer The Occupational/Industrial Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing "Occupational Injury Prevention and Wellness Services" to clients, employees, and other...

Personal Trainer

  • Newton, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 1 hour ago

un PERSONAL TRAINER (Newton MA) compensation: To be discussed One on one appointment client based studio gym. Looking for certified personal trainer or individuals interested in personal training....

Athletic Trainer, Sports Outreach Program

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Additional Qualifications: BS in Athletic Training....

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Personal Trainers
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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