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ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist with Fitness and Health Internship

Course ID: SEF-3001EPG
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This online instructor-led course prepares you for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP) certification examination. Additional supplemental documents are provided complimentary to you for use in preparing for the ACSM-EP certification exam. The course includes key presentations and outlines, specialized examination documents, and 200 practice test questions. ACSM-EPs work with individuals that have medically controlled diseases and complete physical assessments and interpret the results. ACSM-EPs also prescribe appropriate, personalized exercise programs for healthy individuals and those with health challenges to enhance the quality of life, improve health-related physical fitness and performance, manage health risks, and promote lasting, healthy behavior changes. After completing the course and passing the ACSM-EP certification exam, you will be prepared to work in one of the fastest-growing segments of the service industries. You will also be prepared to take your 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.

Course Objectives

Study how ACSM-EPs work with healthy clients and those with medically controlled diseases to establish safe and effective exercise and healthy lifestyle behaviors to optimize both health and quality of life.

Administer pre-participation screening and recognition of major signs or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular, pulmonary, or metabolic disease, and/or the presence of known cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic disease status.

Learn methods to develop and administer programs designed to enhance cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, balance, and range of motion.

Learn how to assess and refer clients to the appropriate allied health professionals to meet client's safety and needs.

Outline of instruction

Health and Fitness Assessment

Exercise Prescription and Implementation

Exercise Counseling and Behavior Modification

Risk Management and Professional Responsibilities

Final Examination Preparation

Contact Hours

210

CEUs

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

None

CE or CU Articulation

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, there are eligibility requirements to complete the ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist Certification.

Text and Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
ACSM's Resources for the Exercise Physiologist
ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription
Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

Fitness Internship:
This course includes a fitness internship, where you practice your health, medical, and fitness setting skills to gain more real-world experiences. Because we can educate students globally, you can work with your instructor on selecting an internship site in the United States or internationally at health and fitness facilities and chains on an ongoing basis. Learn to work with fitness and health industry professionals for a hands-on experience working with members at fitness facilities and health centers. You intern for 60 total hours in this course.

How it works:
You will research and find sites of interest with the instructor's help. The internship site coordinator and you will agree to an hourly/weekly schedule that accommodates everyone's schedule. It is reviewed by the instructor and confirmed. The internship site coordinator tracks hours and completes an evaluation form at the end of the internship, confirming hours served and providing you an evaluation. During the internship, you will complete projects and evaluate the site as if you were a fitness/health manager and give the site a final grade for future reference.

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is for anyone interested in the ACSM Exercise Physiologist Certification. Please make sure to view the program requirements section for eligibility requirements.