Personal Trainer Certification. An exercise science degree is not required to pursue a career as a personal trainer or exercise instructor. Depending on the program, the minimum requirements usually involve being at least 18 years of age and possessing a high school diploma.
What is a 'Fractional Share'. A fractional share is a share of equity that is less than one full share. Fractional shares usually come about from stock splits, dividend reinvestment plans (DRIPs) and similar corporate actions. Normally, fractional shares cannot be acquired from the market, and while they have value to the investor, they can be difficult to sell.
These events are usually non-taxable, but change the number of shares you own and the basis of those shares. A stock dividend is generally declared in terms of a percentage. For example, in a 5% stock dividend, you will receive one additional share for every 20 shares you already own. A stock split is usually declared as a fraction. In a 2-for-1 split, you receive one additional share for every share you own (so that you end up owning two shares for every one you owned before the split).