NASM-CPT Exam Information and Outline
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Syllabus Update Checked on: November 6, 2026
NASM-CPT Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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official NASM-CPT exam objectives. This course outline serves as your roadmap.
The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
NASM.
Below are complete topics detail with latest syllabus and course outline, that will help you good knowledge about exam objectives and topics that you have to prepare. These contents are covered in questions and answers pool of exam.
- Exam Format
- 120 multiple-choice questions (100 scored); 2 hours; passing score 70
- Basic and Applied Sciences and Nutritional Concepts (17%)
- Anatomy, physiology, kinesiology
- Bioenergetics and nutrition
- Assessment (18%)
- Health history, postural and movement assessments
- Performance assessments
- Program Design (21%)
- OPT model phases
- Acute variables and periodization
- Exercise Technique and Training Instruction (22%)
- Flexibility, cardiorespiratory, core, balance, plyometric, SAQ and resistance training
- Client Relations and Behavioral Coaching (12%)
- Communication and motivation
- Behaviour change strategies
- Professional Development and Responsibility (10%)
- Scope of practice, ethics, emergency procedures and business skills