In Canada, fitness instructor is not a compulsory occupation of the government. This means that you can't get the so-called qualification certificate in China and you can't pass the government exam. However, it is an important step to become a successful fitness instructor to obtain the fitness instructor certification from a reliable certification body. Most programs have certain conditions. Generally speaking, you must have a high school education or equivalent, and be over 18 years old. Some programs may require a bachelor's degree in sports science or related fields. Before registering or taking the final exam, you may also need to show the certification of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED).