Career fit quiz

Is Personal Trainer the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the personal trainer career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the personal trainer job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I love fitness
Statement 2 of 8I enjoy motivating people
Statement 3 of 8I can explain exercise clearly
Statement 4 of 8I want flexible hours
Statement 5 of 8I’m comfortable selling my services
Statement 6 of 8I might want my own business
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 2–6 months for certification training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $47,160 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors lead, instruct and motivate individuals and groups in exercise, including strength, cardio and flexibility training.

  • Assess clients’ fitness levels
  • Design personalized workout programs
  • Teach proper exercise form
  • Lead group classes
  • Motivate and track client progress

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