CHANDLER, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and Mount Aloysius College (MAC) announce a strategic, new academic partnership, delivering top health and fitness curriculums and training methodologies in an entirely online classroom setting.
“The newly created Fitness/Wellness and Personal Training Associate Degree at MAC is led by nationally respected faculty who work daily with professional and collegiate athletes,” said Dr. Barry E. McGlumphy, adviser to the MAC program. “NASM has been a quality partner regarding existing bachelor’s and master’s programs at California University, and this new and very unique associate’s degree program at MAC will incorporate the same high quality content for students looking to start their college career. NASM has always strived to create a fully online career ladder for fitness students, and this new program is the first step on the academic ladder for existing and new fitness professionals.”
NASM, a global leader in personal training certification, sports performance training, and injury prevention and recovery, is the premier certifying body and education authority for Certified Personal Trainers (CPT). Accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), the NASM CPT credential is the preferred choice of top health clubs and fitness facilities around the world. Students who complete the 18-month, 60-credit program earn a variety of health and fitness skills, including:
- Conducting accurate fitness assessments
- Recruiting and retaining clients
- Developing evidence-based exercise programs
- Teaching and demonstrating proper techniques
- Empowering, challenging and motivating clients toward an improved quality of life
“Through this collaboration with MAC we’re making our CPT program much more accessible and creating a long-term career path for health and fitness professionals looking to advance their education. An entirely online degree program also provides them with greater flexibility,” said Andrew Wyant, president of the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
After completing and passing the NASM-CPT exam, graduates have the opportunity to pursue flexible, and financially rewarding careers in a variety of settings such as multipurpose health clubs, corporate fitness centers, independent business operators, community centers and more. Additionally, MAC associate degrees can be applied towards a bachelor’s degree with CalU, the college’s primary academic partner.
Students interested in enrolling in the Fitness/Wellness and Personal Training Associate Degree program and becoming a NASM Certified Personal Trainer at MAC should contact Ms. Roxane Houge, 888.823.2220 or visit www.mtaloy.edu/fitness.
Academic institutions interested in learning more about the NASM curriculum can contact the NASM Academic Advisory Team, 1.800.460.NASM (6276) or visit www.NASM.org/academic.
About Mount Aloysius College
Founded in 1853, Mount Aloysius is an exceptional Catholic college founded and sponsored by the Religious Sisters of Mercy. Welcoming learners of all faiths, students are encouraged to synthesize faith with learning, competence with compassion and to apply their talents in the service of others. Values-based, we focus on justice, hospitality, mercy and service. MAC’s core liberal arts curriculum provides a foundation for leadership and professional success.
About NASM
Since 1987, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has been a global leader in providing evidence-based certifications and advanced credentials to health and fitness professionals. In addition to its NCCA-accredited fitness Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification, NASM offers a progressive career track with access to Advanced Specializations including the Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), Continuing Education courses, and accredited Bachelor and Master Degree programs. The NASM educational continuum is designed to help today’s health and fitness professional enhance their career while empowering their clients to live healthier lives. To learn more about NASM certifications, visit www.nasm.org or call 1.800.460.NASM. For news, industry insight and promotions, subscribe to the latest issue of The Training Edge and follow us on Facebook or Twitter.
