Comprehensive, practical fitness education designed to help professionals build knowledge, confidence and career opportunities in the fitness industry.
The International Sports Sciences Association delivers comprehensive, cognitive and practical distance education for fitness professionals.
ISSA's approach is grounded in industry research and combines traditional and innovative learning modalities to help fitness professionals develop the knowledge and skills needed to move forward in a changing industry.
Through education and community, ISSA's broader mission is centred on helping bring healthy living to people around the world.
Discover ISSABy 2030, ISSA's vision is to connect 100 million people to the power of healthy living.
ISSA's education community extends across a global network of fitness professionals and partners.
ISSA brings together education, professional development, partnerships and career-focused opportunities across the fitness industry.
Comprehensive education designed for fitness professionals across multiple areas of expertise.
A broad portfolio of certification courses spanning training, nutrition, performance, wellness and specialist disciplines.
ISSA Career Connect is designed to bridge the gap between qualified fitness professionals and career opportunities.
ISSA works with brands, recruiting organisations, global distributors, associations, media, academia, institutions and government.
ISSA's certification portfolio covers a wide range of fitness, wellness, performance and specialist education pathways.
Build the foundation for a professional career in personal training.
Explore PathwayDevelop knowledge across nutrition, health and wellness coaching.
Explore PathwayDevelop specialist knowledge in strength, conditioning and performance.
Explore PathwayExpand your expertise with specialist fitness and exercise education.
Explore PathwayExplore disciplines including yoga and mind-body focused education.
Explore PathwayBuild your qualifications and continue developing your professional capabilities.
Explore CertificationsISSA's CPT progression provides a structured pathway from foundational certification to broader professional development.
Kickstart your fitness career with a recognised personal training certification.
Build on the Certified Personal Trainer pathway with an additional specialization course.
Progress your professional capabilities with two specialization courses.
Expand your expertise with five specialization courses as part of the Master Trainer pathway.
ISSA Career Connect is designed to help bridge the supply and demand gap by connecting fitness professionals with career opportunities.
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Explore ISSA certifications and discover a pathway designed around your fitness career goals.