Certified Tactical Conditioning Specialist
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Certified Tactical Conditioning Specialist

The Certified Tactical Conditioning Specialist program equips you to coach tactical athletes who operate in high-stress, high-performance environments. You’ll learn functional strength, endurance, and resilience training techniques to improve readiness, reduce injuries, and enhance mission-specific performance.

  • Design effective conditioning programs for tactical populations

  • Improve performance and injury prevention through functional training

  • Build resilience and endurance for demanding environments

  • Develop tactical readiness and operational fitness expertise

  • Expand your coaching scope to serve elite professionals

  • $639 total spread over 12 months, no application required.
  • $49 down, then $590 total spread over 11 months, no application required.

What You'll Learn

Gain the tools to coach tactical professionals safely and effectively
  • Tactical fitness foundations and readiness standards
  • Strength, endurance, and mobility programming
  • Functional movement and recovery strategies
  • Stress management and psychological resilience
  • Program design for mission-specific demands

What's Included

Our curriculum is designed to give you both scientific knowledge and practical skills to excel as a personal trainer. The program covers everything from anatomy and nutrition to business skills.

Including all these tools to help you pass!
  • 100% online learning so you can learn anytime, anywhere, on any device.
  • Searchable and accessible anytime for quick reference.\n
  • Reinforce your progress with low-pressure quizzes designed to check your understanding along the way.
  • Earn your certification with an online, open-book, open-note exam you can complete on your schedule.
  • Explore a visual library of 250+ exercises to build your skills and confidence.
  • Access a support team when you need it, from the time you enroll through certification
  • Build your online presence and showcase your services to potential clients.
  • Network with peers, explore job opportunities, and grow your professional network in our exclusive community.

Certification Process

  • 1
    Enroll in the Program

    Sign up and get immediate access to all course materials and our learning platform.
  • 2
    Pass the ISSA Certification Exam

    Successfully pass your ISSA certification exam.
  • 3
    Upload CPR Card

    Included for free in most bundles or also available separately through ISSA!
  • 4
    Receive Your Certification

    Your hard work pays off - receive your e-Certificate of course completion.

What our customers are saying

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    Coach Craig is very professional, he gave me great advice. I am very impressed how much I learned in a short amount of time. The program was very informative and easy to use. I’m excited to have the opportunity and knowledge to work in a field that I am most passionate about. Thank you! Lendri H.
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    The ISSA certification is one of the best and efficient ways to gain the knowledge you need and get your foot in the door as personal trainer. The courses aren’t unnecessary wordy and the content is up to date. I highly recommend. Andre Clark
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    I loved that I could work at my own pace from anywhere. I was really surprised at the depth of the content and feel like it well prepared me for the future. Kasey O.
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    I recently completed the ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer course, and the experience was great from start to finish. The material was clear and easy to follow, and the support team was responsive whenever I had questions. The final exam was thorough, and I now feel confident. I highly recommend ISSA for anyone starting their fitness career! Manpreet S.
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    Tyson, the ISSA military advisor, got me set up with my account and courses very effectively! I really enjoyed the online course curriculum layout and information provided. As a veteran, I felt very welcomed and taken care of by ISSA and confident that their program of instruction will help me reach my goals.

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  • With ISSA, you can become a certified personal trainer in as little as 3 months, although the timeline is flexible since our programs are self-paced. Many students complete their certification while maintaining their current jobs or other responsibilities.

  • ISSA stands out with the #1 Job Guarantee in the industry and our flexible online learning platform. In our Certified Personal Training course, you also have the option to add live sessions to better support your learning. Most importantly - ISSA's certification is recognized worldwide by top fitness employers.

  • With an ISSA certification, you can pursue a variety of career paths in personal training, group fitness, and nutrition coaching. Our certification is recognized by over 10,000 gyms nationwide, giving you access to a wide network of potential employers as you advance in your fitness career. Plus, our job guarantee provides extra confidence in your ability to succeed.

  • ISSA’s Job Guarantee ensures graduates who successfully complete the CPT, NBHWC-approved Pathway and Yoga 200 programs will land a job within 6 months of certification—or they get their money back. The program includes career support and access to a network of over 10,000 gym partners actively hiring trainers.

  • Absolutely! ISSA’s programs are designed with support systems in place to help you succeed. Our courses support a variety of learning styles through a mix of videos and readings. Plus, we include practice quizzes, and some courses include live study groups, so you can confidently prepare for the certification exam.

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