

BCRPA Certification
BCRPA Certification Steps
PHASE 1
Step 1
- Complete Infofit’s Fitness Theory Course
- Write & pass BCRPA fitness theory exam $110
- Complete basic CPR first aid course (8 hours)
- Submit copies of Fitness Theory passing exam grade, CPR first aid, and $99 registration fee to BCRPA.
- Receive 120 days of Insurance coverage to safely work with clientele and prepare for BCRPA ICE exam
Step 2
- Complete Infofit’s Personal Training Basics (Weight Training Course)
- Complete BCRPA Weight Training Course Instructor Competency Evaluation (ICE)
Congratulations, you are now a Registered BCRPA Weight Room On-Floor Service Instructor!
PHASE 2
You must complete 12 beginner-level programs for clients before you start the Personal training course.
PHASE 3
- Complete Infofit’s Personal Trainer Course
- Pass BCRPA’s Personal Trainer’s Theory Exam
- Pass BCRPA’s Personal Trainer’s Practical Skills Examination (PFT ICE)
Congratulations, you are now a Provincially Registered BCRPA Certified Personal Trainer!
BCRPA Exams (4 Exams and 1 Registration)
Course/Exam/Registration | Format | Time to Complete | Costs |
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Fitness Theory | 60 Multiple Choice Questions | 60 Minutes | $110.00 |
Fitness Leader Registration | Completion of CPR & First Aid, prior to Registering | n/a | $99.00 |
WT ICE Exam | Take home written exam to include program design scenarios and verbal assessment | 120 Minute evaluation demonstrating exercises, stretches and teaching skills | $100.00 |
Personal Training | 60 Multiple Choice Questions, 15 match-up Questions and 1 Case Study | 180 Minutes | $85.00 |
PT ICE Exam | Take home written exam to include program design scenarios, business aspect design (Create client file, sample marketing material) | 120 Minute evaluation demonstrating teaching skills for exercises, stretches and assessment protocols | $100.00 |