CPT7 · NCCA-accredited proctored certification
NASM-CPT Passing Score, Results and Retakes
NASM lists a scaled passing score of 70 for the accredited, proctored CPT exam. The open-book certificate has its own percentage-based rule.
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What does a passing score of 70 mean?
NASM converts your raw performance to a 0–100 scale to account for differences in difficulty between forms. A scaled 70 therefore does not give you a fixed number of correct answers to aim for. The open-book certificate publishes a percentage threshold for its own exam.
You receive a preliminary pass or fail result after submitting the exam. NASM verifies the result separately. If you pass, NASM reports your status without the numerical score. If you do not pass, the report includes your scaled score and a breakdown that can help you prioritize the domains to revisit. For a practice set, track raw accuracy and the reasons behind your misses. Keep those measures separate from NASM’s scaled result.
For a retest, turn the domain breakdown into a short review list. Start with the blueprint tasks behind your weakest results. The NASM exam page publishes different waiting periods by attempt, and package terms can affect how you obtain a retest. Check those conditions and the deadline in your account before selecting another appointment.
When can you retake the NASM-CPT exam?
Contact NASM Member Services to confirm your first eligible retest date and any included attempt. NASM’s exam page identifies a retest in the CPT Premium Self-Study and CPT All-Inclusive programs. If you must pay for a retest, check the current fee and deadline after the waiting period.
| Most recent unsuccessful attempt | NASM’s published waiting period |
|---|---|
| First | One week |
| Second | 30 days |
| Third or later | One year |
Study resources for this exam
Use the issuer’s current candidate materials for the exam rules. TestCertify provides free guides and a sample ZIP, plus an optional independent prep kit.
Frequently asked questions
Does 70 mean 70 percent correct?
The accredited exam uses a scaled score. NASM’s open-book certificate uses a separate percentage threshold.
Where can I find feedback after an unsuccessful result?
Read the domain breakdown in the NASM report and use it with the official outline to plan your next review.
Can I book a retest immediately?
NASM publishes waiting periods by attempt. Check your eligibility and any voucher in your account before booking.