International Sport Sciences Association (ISSA)
Bio
About the ISSA
The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) is the world leader in fitness education and delivers comprehensive, cognitive and practical distance education for fitness professionals, grounded in industry research, using both traditional and innovative modalities. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Sal Arria and Dr. Frederick Hatfield, the ISSA now offers 12 fitness certifications, as well as an associate’s degree, and has certified over 200,000 trainers in 91 countries.
Mission
The International Sports Sciences Association believes that the health and fitness of our society can be significantly improved by our students’ success as health, sports and fitness professionals. Our efforts to stem the tide of poor health and physical decline are multiplied exponentially as our graduates and members disseminate the ISSA principles and methods to their clients, peers and associates. Our mission is to inspire each and every student to positively impact the quality of life of each individual with whom they come in contact.
As a distance education institution and certifying agency, the ISSA is unconditionally committed to providing the highest quality distance education programs available, advancing our industry as a whole, and developing greater access to career opportunities for those who share our vision of Creating a Stronger, Healthier World.
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Officially recognized as an academic institution, the ISSA places heavy emphasis on body building and weight training. In addition to teaching the theoretical knowledge needed to excel as a personal trainer, they cover client assessment, program design, basic nutrition, and sports medicine, plus general business and marketing skills. Participants are allowed to learn at their own pace, so this course is great for those who might already have a full-time job. Similar to the other programs already mentioned, the ISSA offers educational support. Note there is only one course option.
