Welcome to the Brookbush Institute CPT Portal
The purpose of this exam is to certify individuals who can design and instruct safe and effective exercise programs to assist in achieving health, fitness, strength, and performance goals. This is a standalone personal trainer certification exam that has been developed in accordance with the accreditor's guidelines and is separate from the other credentials and education provided by the Brookbush Institute. Individuals who have completed Brookbush Institute education do not receive points or credits that would affect their exam scoring.
Schedule ExamWhat is the difference between the "Brookbush Institute Certified Personal Trainer Certificate (BI-CPT)" and the "Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Certification"?
Brookbush Institute Certified Personal Trainer Certificate (BI-CPT): The BI-CPT is an advanced credential awarded by the Brookbush Institute that reflects mastery of an evidence-based, systematic, client-centered, and outcome-driven approach to personal training. It is earned through an innovative credit-based and iterative testing process delivered on the Brookbush Institute’s proprietary online platform, and can only be completed with an active membership to BrookbushInstitute.com.
Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Certification: The CPT certification exam is a standalone assessment, developed in accordance with accreditor guidelines, to verify that candidates meet the minimum competency standards for certification. This exam is entirely separate from all Brookbush Institute educational programs and credentials. Completion of Brookbush Institute courses does not provide points or credit toward exam scoring. The CPT credential is earned solely by passing a proctored exam, available either online or in person.
Who is eligible to take the exam?
Individuals who believe they have the knowledge and experience to pass an exam designed to differentiate between the "minimally qualified candidate"e; and someone who lacks the knowledge to safely and skillfully work as a certified personal trainer (CPT). This may include:
- Individuals who have studied materials to prepare for an accredited CPT certification exam.
- Currently practicing certified personal trainers (CPTs) who are current with their continuing education.
- Individuals who have recently passed an accredited CPT certification exam.
- Motivated candidates who are scheduling the exam in anticipation of preparing for the exam in the coming weeks or months.
Preparing for the exam:
Prepare for this exam as you would any standardized, proctored examination (e.g., SAT, GRE, board licensure). Although it may be delivered outside a school setting and on your own computer, it remains a formal, proctored assessment and must be approached accordingly.Test Center (In-Person, CBT)
- Schedule via Kryterion Webassessor; arrive early with a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Store personal items; only paper, pencil, and water permitted.
- Proctor conducts check-in, launches exam, and monitors compliance.
Online (Live Remote Proctoring)
- Schedule via Webassessor; complete the system check before test day.
- Present a valid government-issued photo ID to the proctor.
- Maintain an active webcam for the entire session.
- Close all other applications and browser windows.
- Use a stable internet connection suitable for continuous video/proctoring.
- Test in a quiet, private room with a clean desk (no papers, books, notes, extra devices, or accessories).
- Turn off your phone and place it in another room; follow all proctor instructions.
Compliance notice:
Non-compliance may result in immediate termination of the exam by the proctor, and forfeiture of the attempt and exam fee.
Retake Policy:
Candidates who fail the exam may retest after a 7-day waiting period. After a second failed attempt, the waiting period increases to 30 days. After the third attempt, all subsequent attempts require a 90-day waiting period between exams. Waiting periods are measured in calendar days.
Accommodations for Candidates with Disabilities
The Brookbush Institute supports reasonable exam accommodations for candidates with documented disabilities. Candidates must submit an accommodations request at least 30 days before the exam and provide any required documentation. For online-proctored exams, available options may be limited; for in-person exams, candidates must confirm the test center can implement the approved accommodations.
Accommodation availability varies by delivery mode and location.- Please read the following and fill out the attached form for additional details: PDF of accommodation letter attached below.
- Use this link to make inquire about the availability of testing center accommodations: Special Accommodations
Total Exams Taken and Pass Rate:
131
Participants
83
Passing
48
Non-passing
Resources
Job Task Analysis
Review the comprehensive analysis of job roles and responsibilities covered in the Brookbush Institute CPT.
Certification Exam Handbook
Access the latest exam catalog, including updated topics and sample questions for 2025.
Blueprint Domains
Explore the detailed blueprint domains that outline the structure and content areas of the certification exam.
Accommodation Letter
If you require special accommodations for the exam, please download and complete the accommodation request form.