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Christina
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 Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2007 3:45 pm Post subject: ACSM Personal Trainer Certification |
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ACSM Personal Trainer Certification, ACSM-CPT
Founded in 1954, the American College of Sports Medicine is the largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world. The ACSM Personal Trainer Certification was designed for fitness professionals to develop and implement exercise programs for healthy populations as well as individuals who have medical clearance to exercise.
General ACSM-CPT Exam Information:
Is a college degree necessary to sit for the ACSM Personal Trainer Certification exam?
No. In order to sit for the ACSM-CPT you must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be 18 years of age, and hold a current CPR certification.
Where can I take the ACSM Personal Trainer Certification exam?
The computer based ACSM-CPT exam is offered at Pearson VUE testing centers located across the country.
How many questions are on the ACSM-CPT exam?
There are 125-150 multiple choice questions.
What is the time limit for the exam?
2.5 hours
What is the pass rate for the ACSM-CPT exam?
ACSM certification exams are reported on a 200-800 score scale. The passing score for the ACSM-CPT is 550.
How much does the exam cost?
The ACSM-CPT cost is $219 for members and $279 for non-members. The re-test is $150.
What study materials are recommended?
The ACSM recommends the following three texts:
1) ACSM’s Resources for the Personal Trainer, 2nd ed
2) ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 7ed
3) ACSM's Certification Review, 2nd edition
Visit the American College of Sports Medicine website for more information regarding the ACSM personal trainer certification. |
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kettlebell king
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| Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2007 12:11 pm Post subject: uk? |
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is it possible to sit the acsm exam in the uk?I would like to choose the acsm as I think they are the fore runners in pretty much every thing  |
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deanomite
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| Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 7:58 am Post subject: ACSM in the UK! |
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| Yes, you can sit the ACSM exam in the UK. Type HFIGROUP into google and it'll come up with their website and a contact number is on the site. They're very helpful and they also run 4-day workshops to help prepare you for the exam but they are optional. |
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rik
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| Posted: Sun Mar 09, 2008 4:52 am Post subject: ACSM ADVICE |
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Dear all, i am going to sign up for ACSM/UK next month, all advice welcome! cheers, Rik  |
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kimberly
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| Posted: Fri Sep 19, 2008 1:58 pm Post subject: acsm exam |
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| So i just got back for taking my first acsm cpt exam....yes there will be a second attempt as i fail by just a few points. Just wanted to let everyone know that the test was very hard.....I took the workshop, and two of the online courses and it still wasnt enough. Also the practice test that you can buy for the acsm site is a piece of cake compared to the actual exam. So, for anyone studying for this exam, study hard. Oh also spotting a lifter is important to know, there is really not much text. |
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rfulton
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| Posted: Sat Sep 27, 2008 7:09 pm Post subject: Definitely study hard |
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Hi all. New member here. I just took the ACSM-CPT a few days ago. I did pass. I took the 3 day seminar and I think more than anything, it did prepare me well for the test. I studied my rear end off though and was surprised at what was on and what was not on the test. Know your spotting. Know your emergency procedures. Stuff that is not covered much yet is on the test. It is difficult and requires you to really pay attention to what the KSAs are. Just follow the KSAs when you study because they will be on the test.  |
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