FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Fitness Instructor (EQF Level 3)
FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)
ACE Certified Personal Trainer (ACE CPT)
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“More than just a Personal Trainer Certification”

This is a Job-Ready Development & Certification Program

The FEA CFP program aims 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. 

Effective Exercise Demonstration & Coaching
 Deliver World Class PT Sessions
 Ability to Work with Real-Life Clients

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Stages of FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)

Accredited by Europe Active

FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4) is now accredited by Europe Active (this means it meets the European Standards). It is the FIRST CPT certification in South East Asia accredited by Europe Active and so HAPPY that after years of delivering it, it is now internationally recognised! Graduates can have their names registered with the European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS).

Personal Trainer Development Program

When you complete and pass the Personal Trainer Development Programme here at FITM, you will earn not just one certification but TWO (both internationally recognised – ACE Certified Personal Trainer and FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner-Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)

Why Personal Trainer Development Program?

Internationally recognised

Accredited by European Standards (Europe Active)

Graduates can register with E-REPS (European Register of Exercise Professionals)

Prepares you for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Personal Trainer exam (NCCA accredited)

Strong emphasis on practical skills and job training 

Practical evaluation (grading criteria) on exercise techniques and exercise coaching (not just theory)

The FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)

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.

Course Outcome

Fitness Instructor (Exercise Technique)

Module 1

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Build a solid understanding of exercise techniques.
  • Learn correct exercise performance and proper setup for major exercises.
  • Identify which joints provide stability and which are in motion.
  • Describe the necessary movements during exercise execution.
  • Recognize common mistakes and assess exercise performance across repetitions.
  • Train with a variety of exercises, including:
    • Lower and upper body muscle group training
    • Movement progressions with added instability and complexity
    • Myofascial release techniques
    • Static and dynamic stretches
    • Muscle activation drills
    • Functional tools
  • Gain a coaching framework using the FEA A.C.T Resistance Training Method.
  • Access a comprehensive exercise collection organized by difficulty level.
  • Apply general programming principles for designing resistance and cardiorespiratory training sessions.

Fitness Instructor (Exercise Coaching)
(EQF Level 3)

Module 2

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Enhance your ability to deliver clear and effective exercise instructions.
  • Learn to use optimum coaching cues for exercise setup and execution.
  • Break down movements into manageable components for better client learning.
  • Apply multiple teaching methods: auditory, visual, and tactile cues.
  • Integrate technical knowledge from Module 1 and coaching skills from Sessions 1 & 2 to deliver world-class personal training sessions.
  • Maximize client experience while enhancing your professional practice.
  • Gain applied exercise science knowledge, including:
    • Human anatomy
    • Physiology
    • Kinesiology
    • Biomechanics
    • Bioenergetics
    • Nutrition
  • Apply scientific principles to minimize client injury risks and ensure safe, effective training.

Personal Trainer
(EQF Level 4)

Module 3

By the end of this module, you will:

  • Be equipped with a library of exercises, workouts, training guidelines, coaching skills, and applied exercise science.

  • Design and implement personalized programmes to help clients achieve their goals.

  • Learn to manage common client goals through structured programmes:

    • PREPARE

    • HEALTH

    • FITNESS

    • HYPERTROPHY

    • FAT LOSS

  • Apply the FEA G.B.T. Model using four key components:

    • Resistance training

    • Cardiorespiratory training

    • Lifestyle strategies

    • Nutrition strategies

  • Discover how to assess, monitor, and track client progress.

  • Adjust programmes effectively to ensure optimal results.

Exam Outline Domain

FEA Certified Fitness Practitioner – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)

Module 1 – Fitness Instructor (Exercise Technique)

Practical Exam

  • Exercise Demonstration – 100%

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 fourth week from the course commencement date.

Passing requirement: ≥ 70%

Module 2 – Fitness Instructor (Exercise Coaching)

Theory Exam

  • 100 Multiple Choice Questions – 50%

You will have 120 minutes to complete the online proctored exam. The theory exam is typically scheduled on week 5 from course commencement. 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

  • Exercise Coaching – 50%

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%

Module 3 – Personal Trainer

Theory Exam

  • 100 Multiple Choice Questions

You will have 120 minutes to complete the online proctored exam. The theory exam is typically scheduled on week 8 from course commencement. 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

  • Practical Summative Assessment – Compulsory Passing

Assessment of your ability to conduct a full personal training session, focusing on the below. Will be conducted during Session 7 of Module 3. If you are aware a ‘REFER’ on the first attempt, you may reattempt before your exam deadline (this will not count as a retake). All reattempts and retakes must be filmed and submitted via Google Classroom. 

  1. Technical knowledge
  2. Coaching skills
  3. Leadership qualities
  4. Time management
  • Live Case Study – Compulsory Passing

Work with a real client, leading them through the personal training process and submit a guided report via Google Classroom by the submission deadline (same day as the theory exam).

Passing requirement: ≥ 70% in the theory exam and passing both the Live Case Study and Practical Summative Assessment.

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。

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UPCOMING INTAKES

Module 1 and Module 2 must be completed within 2 years to ensure that participants maintain continuity and keep their knowledge and skills current.

English Intakes :
FEA® Certified Fitness Practitioner Module 1 – Fitness Instructor (Exercise Technique) & Module 2 – Fitness Instructor (EQF Level 3)

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 3180

18
Sep '25
FITM - CFP Module 1 & Module 2 (EQF Level 3) and CPR

FITM
RM3,180.00
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Mandarin Intakes :
FEA® 认证体适能从业者 单元 1 – 健身指导员(运动技巧) & 单元 2 – 健身指导员(EQF 3 级)

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 3180

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Module 1 and Module 2 must be completed within 2 years to ensure that participants maintain continuity and keep their knowledge and skills current.

English Intakes :
FEA® Certified Fitness Practitioner Module 1 – Fitness Instructor (Exercise Technique)

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1580

18
Sep '25
18 - 21 Sept 2025; Exam : 9 Oct 2025, 4pm cut-off

FITM
RM1,580.00
02
Dec '25
2 - 5 Dec 2025; Exam : 3 Jan 2026, 4pm cut-off

FITM
RM1,580.00
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Mandarin Intakes :
FEA® 认证体适能从业者 单元 1 – 健身指导员(运动技巧) 

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1580

11
Nov '25
Penang, 11 - 14 Nov 2025; Exam : 3 Dec 2025, 4pm cut-off

Onsite Blended, George Town
RM1,580.00
06
Dec '25
6, 7, 13 & 14 Dec 2025; Exam : 27 Dec 2025, 4pm cut-off

FITM
RM1,580.00
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Module 1 and Module 2 must be completed within 2 years to ensure that participants maintain continuity and keep their knowledge and skills current.

English Intakes :
FEA® Certified Fitness Practitioner Module 2 – Fitness Instructor (Exercise Coaching) (EQF Level 3)

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1780 

11
Oct '25
Kota Kinabalu, 11-14 Oct 2025, Exam Date: 14 Nov 2025

Kyro Fitness Bundusan Kota Kinabalu
RM1,780.00
16
Oct '25
16 - 19 Oct 2025; Exam : 22 Nov 2025

FITM
RM1,780.00
22
Nov '25
22, 23, 29 & 30 Nov 2025; Exam : 27 Dec 2025

FITM
RM1,780.00
13
Jan '26
13 - 16 Jan 2026; Exam : 21 Feb 2026

FITM
RM1,780.00
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Mandarin Intakes :
FEA® 认证体适能从业者 单元 2 – 健身指导员(EQF 3 级) 

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1780

28
Oct '25
Johor, 28 - 31 Oct 2025; Exam : 5 Dec 2025

Onsite Blended, Johor
RM1,780.00
17
Jan '26
17, 18, 24 & 25 Jan 2026; Exam : 14 Mar 2026

FITM
RM1,780.00
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English Intakes :
FEA® Certified Fitness Practitioner Module 3 – Personal Trainer (EQF Level 4)

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1780

07
Oct '25
7 - 10 Oct 2025; Exam : 5 Dec 2025

FITM
RM1,780.00
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Mandarin Intakes :
FEA® 认证体适能从业者 单元 3 – 私人教练(EQF 4 级)

Course Fee (Including Exam Fee) : RM 1780

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ACE Certified Personal Trainer Workshop (English)

15
Nov '25

FITM (15 - 16 Nov 2025, 8:30am - 4:30pm)
RM3,980.00
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ACE CPT Exam Online Self Study (Mandarin)

Inclusive of ACE LMS (Mandarin), Exam Voucher (Bilingual- English & Mandarin) & Textbook (Mandarin)
RM 3180.00
*The ACE exam voucher is valid for one year from the date of course purchase.

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