Hybrid & Virtual Program
Hybrid & Virtual Personal Training Certification
Earn your 500-hour, hands-on personal training certification from the National Personal Training Institute through live, interactive virtual classes, with the flexibility to train at a local facility or at any gym. A Diploma Certification licensed by the Department of Education.
Flexible learning, wherever you are
Hybrid or Virtual, your choice
Take your live, interactive classes from home, then complete your hands-on hours at a local NPTI Training Center or at any gym. If you would prefer in-person training, we will arrange a closer hybrid location when one is available near you.
Never miss a class
Join live or watch when you want
Every class is live and interactive, and every session is recorded so you can catch up on your own time. Browse upcoming start dates and pick the schedule that fits your life.
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Two Ways to Train
Hybrid Program
Live, interactive virtual classes plus 1:1 in-person training
- 300 hours of theory and 200 hours of hands-on practice at a local NPTI Training Center
- 1:1 personal trainer instructor
- Study materials and live virtual instruction with a professor and classmates
- 50 hours of free postgraduate mentorship and lifetime job placement
- Diploma Certification, Nutritionist Certification, and optional NASM-CPT/ACD
- 6 and 12-month schedules, day, evening, and weekend, recordings available
Virtual Program
Live, interactive virtual classes, train at any home or local gym
- 300 hours of theory and 200 hours of hands-on practice at home or your local gym
- Review each practical with live support, interactive chat, and instructional videos
- Study materials and live virtual instruction with a professor and classmates
- 50 hours of free postgraduate mentorship and lifetime job placement
- Diploma Certification, Nutritionist Certification, and optional NASM-CPT/ACD
- 6 and 12-month schedules, day, evening, and weekend, recordings available
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Meet our Director Annette Pinkerton
The program includes
- Daily live lecture from the comfort of your home
- Daily hands-on application with your instructor and classmates
- All study materials
- Personal Training Diploma Certification, a lifetime credential
- 100-hour Nutritionist Certification
- Optional NASM-CPT/ACD Certificate of Distinction
- Programs starting every 6 weeks
Why choose the National Personal Training Institute
- Internationally recognized, not a local college prep course
- Real hands-on training in a gym, learn and practice while reaching your fitness goals
- A diploma certification is more qualifying than a basic personal training certification
- No CEUs or renewal fees, saving you about $800 a year
- Academic partner with NASM
- 50 hours of mentorship after completion
- Worldwide lifetime job placement assistance
Casey McIlvaine
Your Academic Advisor
Questions about getting started? Reach out directly. [email protected] or 800-960-6294
Financing
Payment plans for everyone
No Interest
Pay over time with 0% interest options
No Credit Check
No bank or credit check required to enroll.
Universal Acceptance
Everyone is accepted. No one is turned away.
Class Schedule
Upcoming start dates
New classes begin every 6 weeks. All classes are live and interactive, and every session is recorded so you never miss a lesson.
September 2026
*Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 6:00pm EST to 8:30pm EST Saturday • 10:00am EST to 2:00pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 9:00 pm EST to 11:30 pm EST Saturday • 10:00 am EST to 2:00 pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classOctober 2026
*Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 6:00 pm EST to 8:30 pm EST Saturday • 10:00 am EST to 2:00 pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 9:00 pm EST to 11:30 pm EST Saturday • 10:00 am EST to 2:00 pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classDecember 2026
*Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 6:00 pm EST to 8:30 pm EST Saturday • 10:00 am EST to 2:00 pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 9:00 pm EST to 11:30 pm EST Saturday • 10:00 am EST to 2:00 pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classJanuary 2027
*Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 6:00pm EST to 8:30pm EST Saturday • 10:00am EST to 2:00pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this class*Practical time varies per person – 4 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
Register for this classMonday & Wednesday • 9:00 pm EST to 11:30 pm EST Saturday • 10:00 am EST to 2:00 pm EST *Practical time varies per person – 8 hours per week All Online Classes are Live but also Recorded
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