The Revolutionary Personal Training Certification
The FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner (Personal Trainer), or CFP, is not just your regular personal trainer certification program. It is a job-based training and certification program designed to produce highly employable and certified fitness professionals of international standards. To achieve its objective, the course delivery balances between academic focus and vocational learning.
The grading criteria are established based on international job analysis study and job competency. Three major job competency areas are emphasized and evaluated as part of the grading criteria. These skills include demonstrating and coaching individual exercises, delivering effective personal training sessions, and the trainers’ ability to work with real-life clients, encompassing initial rapport building, interviews, assessments, program implementation, and adjustments through a live case study.
The FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner (CFP) is a job-ready training and certification program designed to develop confident and competent fitness practitioners. Depending on your background, there are two ways to begin:
Pathway 1: Direct Entry into Module 1
For those with over one year of industry experience and proficiency in resistance training techniques. You’ll progress through:
Pathway 2: Foundation Required
For those with at least 12 months of structured personal training experience, but without coaching background. You’ll begin with the Essentials of Resistance Training Techniques Workshop (1-day practical), which ensures movement literacy and confidence before entering Module 1.
Course Outcome
Module 1
This module builds a solid and in-depth foundation in exercise instruction and programming variables. You will learn fundamental human movement patterns and how they translate into exercise execution. For each exercise, you will be guided on how to provide set-up and execution instructions, as well as what to observe in client movement. You will also learn how to apply appropriate progressions and regressions based on individual needs. The module introduces key programming variables and approaches for both resistance and cardiorespiratory training. You will explore sample workout structures tailored to various client goals – from those just starting out to individuals aiming to improve general health, muscular fitness, or aerobic and anaerobic capacity. Upon meeting the grading requirements, you will be awarded the FEA Certified Exercise Instructor certificate, equipping you the ability to instruct exercises. This provides a strong starting point in your fitness career and prepares you to take the next step into more detailed coaching and personalised programming.
Module 2
In this module, you’ll expand your abilities beyond instruction and into client-focused coaching. You’ll learn how to break down exercises in ways that different clients can easily understand and apply – whether they’re brand new to training, building confidence with practice, or moving with ease and consistency. You’ll also develop your ability to guide clients through sessions that are engaging, supportive and professionally delivered. In addition, you’ll build a strong foundation in applied exercise science, equipping you with the knowledge to explain the “why” behind your coaching choices and respond to client questions with clarity and credibility. By completing Modules 1 and 2, you’ll earn the FEA Certified Fitness Instructor (EQF Level 3) certificate, accredited by EuropeActive. This certification prepares you to coach individuals and deliver more personalised, client-centred training experiences.
Module 3
This final module focuses on programme personalisation, implementation and modification. You’ll be introduced to the FEA Goal-Based Training model, a system that equips you to build progressive, individualised strategies for resistance training, cardiorespiratory training, lifestyle and nutrition – based on your client’s unique goals, whether that’s starting out, improving health and fitness, building muscle, or losing weight. You’ll also learn how to implement assessments for posture, flexibility, movement, strength, endurance, and both aerobic and anaerobic fitness, enabling you to track progress and adjust programmes accordingly. Successful completion of all three modules earns you the FEA Certified Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4) certificate, which is also accredited by EuropeActive. This qualification enables you to confidently work with a diverse range of clients and deliver fully personalised programmes that produce meaningful results.
FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)
Module 1 – Fitness Instructor (Exercise Technique & Programme Design)
Practical Exam
At the end of the course, you are required to submit a video of yourself demonstrating 10 exercises (options will be provided). You will be evaluated based on the standards presented in class. Submission is due on the same day of the theory exam.
Passing requirement: ≥ 70%
Module 2 – Fitness Instructor (Exercise Coaching & Applied Exercise Science)
Theory Exam
You will have 60 minutes to complete the online proctored exam. The theory is typically scheduled approximately 4 weeks after the last day of the live class. Exam candidates must register for the Module 2 exam by the last day of the course. Computer system set-up is required. For more information, please refer to the ‘Exam Procedures’ section below.
Practical Exam
At the end of the course, you are required to submit a video of yourself coaching a beginner exerciser 5 exercises (options will be given). You will be evaluated based on the standards presented in class. Submission is due on the same day of the theory exam.
Passing requirement: ≥ 70%
Upon completing the course, passing the exam, and meeting all the requirements to coach exercises, you will be awarded the FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Fitness Instructor (EQF Level 3) certificate by Fitness Edutraining Asia (FEA).
Module 3 – Personal Trainer (Programme Personalisation)
Theory Exam
You will have 120 minutes to complete the online proctored exam. The theory is typically scheduled approximately 8 weeks after the last day of the live class. Exam candidates must register for the Module 3 exam by the last day of the course. Computer system set-up is required. For more information, please refer to the ‘Exam Procedures’ section below.
Practical Summative Assessment – Compulsory Passing
Live Case Study – Compulsory Passing
Passing requirement: ≥ 70% and passing both Live Case Study and Practical Summative Assessment
Upon completing the course and passing all modules exam you will be awarded the FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4) certificate by Fitness Edutraining Asia (FEA).
Congrats to Eric Chia for passing the EuropeActive accredited international certification, FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner: Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)! He is also now a member of the European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS). 👏 Let’s hear what he has to say:
“After months of hard-work and learning, attending classes and sitting for exams, we are officially Certified Personal Trainers. I’m glad to have passed all the exams on first attempt, as I really hate exams so retaking exams will be a pain and unnecessarily stressful. It wasn’t easy as there were multiple modules with multiple exams, both theory and practical, but I’m glad we got through. Thanks to the edutrainers at @fitm.official_ and all my classmates. Congratulations to you guys for getting certified too, and goodluck with your future as fitness practitioners.“
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“My passion for fitness began about 5 to 6 years ago. Initially, I started working out in the gym to build muscle, as I was very skinny. However, during the MCO period, I transitioned to bodyweight training due to restrictions and now primarily focus on calisthenics. I joined FITM to gain knowledge in personal training, having heard great things about it through social media and from others.
My learning experience at FITM has been fantastic. I appreciated the mix of theory and practical learning, with FEA Edutrainer, Simran making the classes very interactive and engaging for everyone. I particularly enjoyed the practical side of the training, which helped me build a solid foundation for training others.
For the FEA CFP exam, I focused on doing practice questions repeatedly and revising them. Making notes and key points on topics I found challenging reinforced my understanding. I also benefited from discussions and seeking help from coursemates whenever I faced difficulties. Thanks to the FEA PT course, I am now working as a personal trainer within my community.”
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恭喜JC Lim完成国际认证！
🎉 我们很高兴宣布，Onefit Studio 合伙人兼健身教练JC 现已成功通过欧洲运动协会认可的 FEA 认证体适能从业者 (EQF 四级-私人教练) 认证！🎉
从多年前开始的不系统性训练，到如今通过 FITM开办的国际EuropeActive认可的FEA CFP认证教练系统化课程，JC一路以来不断学习和成长。他表示，通过FEA CFP的国际水平私人教练培训课程，他得以将之前的碎片化知识连接整合，完善成一个系统化的训练体系。这不仅提高了他自身的训练效率，也使他在培训学员时更为高效，尤其在动作模式细节和饮食营养的搭配方面取得了显著提升。
凭借对肌肉动力学、营养学与运动科学的知识基础，JC在备考 FEA CFP 和学习过程中顺利完成，并且在获得认证后，重新审视和改善了以往的训练计划。他计划今年继续征战国际自然健美赛，并争取获得更好的名次。
SEE MOREModule 1 and Module 2 must be completed within 2 years to ensure that participants maintain continuity and keep their knowledge and skills current.
Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 3180
Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 3180
Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1780
Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1780
Inclusive of ACE LMS (English), Exam Voucher (English), ACE E-book + Multimedia Kit
*The ACE exam voucher is valid for one year from the date of purchase.
包含：ACE 学习管理系统（中文）、考试券（双语 – 英文与中文）及课本（中文）– 不包含面授课程
Inclusive of ACE LMS (Mandarin), Exam Voucher (Bilingual- English & Mandarin) & Textbook (Mandarin) – Does not include onsite classes
RM 3180.00
*ACE 考试券自课程购买之日起有效期为一年。The ACE exam voucher is valid for one year from the date of course purchase.
