ACSM-Exercise Physiologist® (EP) Exam Prep Course
Credits
15.0 CECs
Description
Do you see exercise as an important element in the prevention and treatment of disease and want to motivate people to practice healthy behaviors? ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologists® (ACSM-EPs) take training to an advanced level by conducting and interpreting physical fitness assessments and developing exercise prescriptions for people who are healthy or have medically controlled diseases. This course is organized around the scope-of-practice domains identified for the ACSM-EP and designed to support those taking the ACSM-EP Certification Exam.
Recommended Reading: ACSM’s Resources for the Exercise Physiologist and ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription
The course’s purchase price does not include the cost of the exam, additional study materials or the recommended reading, and further study will be required to achieve ACSM certification.
Disclaimer: The content of this prep course is not intended to be an exhaustive review of all the knowledge and skills necessary for passing the ACSM-EP exam; ACSM strongly recommends candidates use all of the available ACSM-EP preparatory materials to gain a more complete understanding of the content that may appear on the exam. However, candidates are not required to use these resources, and they should not be interpreted as constituting the source of all ACSM-EP exam questions. Each candidate should develop his or her own reading list and study plan based on individual needs and knowledge.
Learning Objectives
The aim of the ACSM-EP® Online Certification Prep Course is to help prepare college graduates to take the ACSM-EP® Certification Exam.
Presenter(s)
American College of Sports Medicine
Accessibility
All course content will be presented to you electronically. This includes all videos, handouts, evaluations and certificates of completion. We strive to adhere to current Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards in our ongoing effort to provide an accessible learning experience for all users. To report a course accessibility issue, please email [email protected].
Membership Discount
ACSM members receive discounts for online learning courses and access to exclusive free content. Members must be logged into their accounts at Home - ACSM in order to reflect the discount. To become a member, learn more at Join ACSM - ACSM
Questions
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Disclaimer
Viewpoints presented in this content reflect opinions of the presenters and do not reflect positions or policies of ACSM.
Exercise professionals must operate within the boundaries of their respective scope of competency. When client needs extend beyond these areas, such as in matters related to medical nutrition therapy, prescription of supplements, or mental health concerns, they should refer clients to appropriately qualified healthcare professionals.
Learners will have 1 year of access to this content and must complete this course within 365 days from the date of purchase. ACSM will not offer refunds, transfers, or course credits for incomplete courses prior to their expiration date. ACSM does not allow substitutions, refunds or credits for this course. Care has been taken to confirm the accuracy of the information present and describe generally accepted practices. ACSM expressly disclaims all liability for damages or injury of any kind arising out of information contained in this content.
The 12th edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription was published in 2024. This edition incorporates the latest ACSM recommendations and reflects current best practices informed by new research and advancements in the field. Please be sure to reference the most recent edition which can be found here: ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription - ACSM. For more information regarding updates to ACSM resources, please visit ACSM Book Updates - ACSM.