Exercise Science as a profession: the world of fitness certification

Exercise professionals need to have extensive knowledge and technical skills in order to be safe and effective. In Italy and in most\r\nof European and non-EU countries, individuals working in exercise\r\nsettings such health and fitness clubs, were not necessarily required to\r\nhave specialized education and training in exercise science. However,\r\nsurvey research indicates that a bachelor’s degree in exercise science\r\nand a professional certification are strong predictors of a professional’s\r\ntrainer knowledge. Aim of these preliminary study is to\r\ncompare some non-EU personal trainer certification.