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Compare Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Diploma in Personal Training (DPT). Fees and course information from the Kinex programme guide.
Course	Personal Training Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) ₹45,000 Explore course	Personal Training Diploma in Personal Training (DPT) ₹70,000 Explore course
Course focus	Build a strong foundation in exercise science, programme design and practical personal training.	A complete pathway combining ACE-CPT based personal training with sports and applied nutrition.
Duration	3 months weekday / 6 months weekend	6 months weekday / 10 months weekend
Class duration	Confirm with admissions	3 hours per session: 2 hours CPT + 1 hour Sports & Applied Nutrition
Learning format	Hybrid: offline + live streaming	Hybrid: offline + online
Fee & exam notes	₹45,000 Confirm current fees and inclusions with admissions.	₹70,000 Confirm current fees and inclusions with admissions.
Who it’s for	Fitness enthusiasts who want to become trainers Gym members who want deeper knowledge Aspiring personal trainers Athletes looking to understand training science Anyone planning a career in fitness industry	Aspiring personal trainers Fitness enthusiasts Gym instructors Sports professionals
Entry requirements	Contact admissions to confirm entry requirements for your intended certification pathway.	10+2 (Any Stream) preferred Fitness Enthusiasts & Working Professionals can apply No prior certification required
Curriculum	Human Anatomy & Physiology Exercise Science Program Design Nutrition Fundamentals Client Assessment & Screening Practical Training Skills Special Populations (Basics) Business & Communication Skills View full syllabus →	Personal Training (ACE–CPT Based Curriculum) Sports & Applied Nutrition View full syllabus →
Certification	Certified Personal trainer (KFA) IHFA CPD – Certified personal trainer Skill India Level 5 EREPs Level 4 Personal Trainer Registration First Aid and CPR Includes ACE-CPT exam preparation. The ACE exam must be registered separately.	Diploma in Personal Training (KFA) Skill India Level 6 Sports Nutritionist IHFA CPD Sports Nutritionist (NESTA Approved Optional) KFA Sports & Applied Nutrition Skill India Level 5 Personal Trainer EREPs Level 4 Personal Trainer Registration First Aid and CPR Includes ACE-CPT exam preparation. The ACE exam must be registered separately. The NESTA-approved option is optional; confirm its requirements with admissions.
Career pathways	Personal Trainer Gym Floor Trainer Online Fitness Coach Strength & Conditioning Assistant Freelance Trainer Career pathways depend on your skills, experience and any additional employer or certification requirements.	Certified Personal Trainer Gym Trainer / Fitness Coach Online Fitness Coach Sports Nutrition Assistant Strength & Conditioning Assistant Freelance Trainer Studio Trainer Career pathways depend on your skills, experience and any additional employer or certification requirements.
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