Award of Merit Points Grading
This is the criteria on which trainers are awarded their merit designation. Members will be able to nominate their fellow members for the Award of Merit (CPTN-CPT.M).
Note: The numbers in the fields represent the maximum number of points for that criteria.
CPTN Specialty Certifications
| Specialty |
Post-Rehab |
Pilates |
Nutrition |
Golf |
Spec. Pop. |
Other |
Total |
| Points |
10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
|
Training Experience As A CPTN Certified Trainer
| # of Years |
1-2 Years |
3-4 Years |
5-6 Years |
7+ Years |
Total |
| Points |
2 |
5 |
7 |
10 |
|
Location of Training
| Environment |
In-Home / Fitness Studio |
Commercial |
Resort / Spa |
Private Club / Pro Athletes |
Total |
| Points |
2 |
2 |
3 |
5 |
|
Education
| Type |
Related Diploma |
Related Degree |
Post Graduate Degree |
Total |
| Points |
15 |
20 |
25 |
|
Contribution to Professional Development of Trainers
| Type |
Presenter |
Practical Assessor |
Course Conductor |
Mentor |
Total |
| Points |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
|
Competitive Athletic Experience (as coach or athlete)
| Type |
NCCP |
Competitive Experience (QTY. National/Provincial) |
Total |
| Points |
5 |
5 |
|
Complementary Services
| Type |
Reg. Dietitian |
Massage Therapist |
Fitness Appraiser |
Wellness Consultant |
Other |
Total |
| Points |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
|
Recognition by Media
| Type |
Newspaper |
Magazine |
Television |
Peer Publication |
Total |
| Points |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
|
Testimonials / Letters of Recommendation
| Type |
1 Peer |
3 Client |
| Points |
4 |
4 |
Community Development / Charity
| Type |
Single Act |
Annually |
Ongoing |
| Points |
5 |
10 |
15 |
Point Scale
| Points |
Designation |
| < 30 |
Level 1 |
| 30-59 |
Level 2 |
| 60+ |
Level 3 (Award of Merit) |
