Los Angeles, CA- November 14,2024 – PROPTA (Professional Personal Trainers Association) Worldwide Career Institute for Fitness and Nutrition education and Certification is proud to announce its continued commitment to providing life-changing career education and certification programs to federal and state prison inmates across the United States. For more than 16 years, PROPTA has offered inmates a new path to professional success with in-person and correspondence-based courses in Personal Trainer Certification, Nutrition Certification, and Sport Performance Certification. These courses, available in both English and Spanish, provide inmates with a unique opportunity to build fulfilling careers in the fitness and nutrition industries.
Founded in 1980 by Joe Antouri a professional athlete, PROPTA is the only career institute that uses top athletes as educators. The instructors bring both academic credentials and firsthand experience, creating a curriculum that merges rigorous academic knowledge with real-world application. PROPTA’s comprehensive programs emphasize biomechanics, weightlifting techniques, and a unique approach to nutrition education, empowering inmates to return to society with the skills needed to succeed as certified fitness and nutrition professionals.
Inmates can take advantage of flexible payment plans with no credit checks, making these programs even more accessible. Notably, PROPTA certifications include a free renewal upon release, ensuring inmates can begin working in their new careers with an up-to-date certification. Additional refresher education is also provided to prepare inmates for immediate employment.
“PROPTA is committed to giving inmates the tools they need for a successful career upon release,” says Joe Antouri, founder and CEO of PROPTA. “Our program equips inmates with real-world, professional skills in fitness and nutrition. We believe that offering this education opens the door to lasting positive change, helping inmates reintegrate into society as certified professionals.”
Courses are available to both men and women inmates, with options for online, in-person, and Zoom-based learning. To support inmates nationwide, PROPTA also provides detailed guidance on the curriculum, payment plans, and certification renewal process on its website.
For more information about PROPTA and its transformative inmate education and certification programs, visit the PROPTA website or the dedicated Inmate Education Programs page.
Contact Information:
PROPTA – The Professional Personal Trainers Association
Website: www.propta.com
Inmate Programs: propta.com/federal-prison-inmate-education-programs/
Phone: 1-818-766-3317
Email: [email protected]
About PROPTA
Founded in 1980, PROPTA (Professional Personal Trainers Association) is a career institute established by professional athletes to provide elite fitness, nutrition, and sport performance certification education. With a commitment to excellence, PROPTA remains a leader in fitness and nutrition education, empowering individuals worldwide with expert-led programs.