Track your CE credits.
Never miss a recertification.
One app to log your continuing education credits, watch your certification dates, and know what your org needs. Free for one cert, forever.
No credit card needed. Free plan includes unlimited CE logging.
What is TrainerCE?
TrainerCE is a free continuing education credit tracking app built for personal trainers in the United States. It helps certified fitness professionals log CE credits by category, track certification renewal dates, get push notification reminders before deadlines, and look up organization-specific CE requirements for NASM, ACE, ISSA, NSCA, and ACSM. TrainerCE is available as a native app on iPhone and Android. The free plan includes unlimited CE logging for one certification. A Pro plan adds unlimited certifications, PDF export, certificate storage, and additional reminders. TrainerCE launched in 2026 and is designed to replace spreadsheets, org portals, and scattered certificates with a single organized system.
Sound familiar?
Certificate mess
Your CE certificates are scattered. Some in email. Some in a drawer. You took a workshop last year but cannot find the proof.
Surprise deadlines
You find out your cert is about to expire when a gym asks for proof. Your CPR card lapsed two months ago. Nobody warned you.
Every org is different
NASM says 20 CECs. NSCA says 60. ACE wants a DEI credit. Each org has its own rules, categories, and cycle lengths. Good luck keeping up.
All your CE stuff, one screen
TrainerCE handles the tracking. You handle the clients.
Log your credits
Add a course in seconds. Provider, category, credits, certificate. Done. Search it all later.
See your countdown
A big number shows days left until your cert expires. Green means you are good. Red means move.
Get reminders
We ping you 30 days and 7 days before your cert expires. Pro users get six reminders starting at 90 days out.
Know your org rules
NASM, ACE, NSCA, ACSM, and ISSA rules built in. Credits needed, cycle length, renewal steps, and CPR/AED rules.
TrainerCE vs other ways to track CE credits
Most personal trainers track credits with spreadsheets, org portals, or memory. Here is how TrainerCE compares.
| Feature | TrainerCE | Spreadsheet | NASM Portal | ACE Portal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free | Free (NASM only) | Free (ACE only) |
| Multi-org support | All 5 orgs | Manual setup | NASM only | ACE only |
| Push reminders | Yes | No | Email only | Email only |
| Category tracking | Automatic per org | Manual | Partial | Partial |
| CPR/AED tracking | Separate reminder | No | No | No |
| Mobile app | iPhone + Android | No | Browser | Browser |
| Built for trainers | Yes | No | NASM members | ACE members |
What personal trainers are saying
“I hold both an NASM CPT and an NSCA CSCS. Before TrainerCE I had two spreadsheets and still missed a deadline. Now I open one app and see both.”
Marcus D.
Certified Personal Trainer, TX
“My CPR card lapsed and I did not even know it. TrainerCE reminded me 30 days out. That one alert saved me from a headache at recertification.”
Sarah K.
ACE Certified, CA
“Free is free. I have tried apps that say free and then lock everything. TrainerCE lets you track one cert with no limits. I upgraded to Pro when I added a second cert.”
James P.
NASM CPT, FL
Simple pricing
Free for one certification. Upgrade when you are ready.
Free
- 1 certification tracked
- Unlimited CE logging
- Expiry countdown
- Progress bar
- 30 + 7 day reminders
- Org requirements lookup
Pro
- Unlimited certifications
- 6 reminders per cert (90, 60, 30, 14, 7, 1 day)
- Renewal checklist
- Credits broken down by category
- PDF & CSV export
- Cost tracking
- Store all your certificates
Common questions about CE tracking for personal trainers
What is the best CE tracker for personal trainers?
TrainerCE is a free CE credit tracking app built for personal trainers. It covers NASM, ACE, ISSA, NSCA, and ACSM certifications. It tracks continuing education credits by category, sends push notification reminders before certification expiry, and loads each org's specific requirements. It is available on iPhone and Android. The free plan covers one certification with unlimited CE logging.
How do I track my personal training CE credits?
You can track CE credits with a spreadsheet, your org's portal, or a tracking app. Apps like TrainerCE make it easier because they load your org's requirements, let you log courses by category, show a visual countdown to your certification expiry date, and send reminders before deadlines. The key is to log each course as soon as you finish it, including the provider name, category, and number of credits.
Is there a free alternative to tracking CE through NASM?
Yes. TrainerCE is a free CE tracker that covers NASM and four other major certifying organizations. The NASM portal only tracks NASM courses. TrainerCE tracks credits from any approved provider across all your certifications. If you hold certs from more than one org, TrainerCE puts everything in one place. Use both: NASM for official reporting, TrainerCE for personal tracking.
How many CE credits do personal trainers need?
It depends on your certifying organization. NASM requires 20 CECs every 2 years. ACE requires 20 every 2 years. NSCA requires 60 CEUs every 3 years. ACSM requires 45 every 3 years. ISSA requires 20 every 2 years. All five orgs also require a current CPR/AED certification. Visit the certifications page to see the exact breakdown for your org.
What happens if my personal trainer certification expires?
Training clients with an expired certification is risky. Gyms may not let you work. Insurance may not cover you. Most orgs have a grace period of 30 to 90 days where you can still renew with a late fee. After that, you may need to retake the exam and pay the full exam fee again. The best approach is to track your expiry date and renew early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TrainerCE really free?
Yes. Track one certification with unlimited CE logging, progress tracking, and reminders at 30 and 7 days. No cost, no trial period, no credit card.
What organizations do you cover?
NASM, ACE, NSCA, ACSM, and ISSA. We show you the credits needed, cycle length, and renewal steps for each one.
Does this replace my org portal?
No. Your org portal is the official source. TrainerCE is your personal tracker. Use both. We help you know where you stand before you go to their site to recertify.
Can I track more than one certification?
The free plan covers one certification. Pro ($4.99/mo) gives you unlimited. Great if you hold a CPT and a CSCS, or certs from two orgs.
Is my data safe?
Yes. Your data lives in a private database with row-level security. Nobody sees your stuff but you. All connections are encrypted.
Can I use this on my phone?
That is how most people use it. TrainerCE is a native app on iPhone and Android. Download it from the App Store or Google Play.
Stop guessing where you stand on CECs
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