Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist® (ACSM-CEP) FAQ
Is there any auditing process in the ACSM-CEP certification exam?
All candidates who successfully complete an ACSM certification exam are subject to an audit to confirm their eligibility. ACSM audits a minimum of 15% of candidates every year. Candidates can expect to be audited in the month following their examination. ACSM will contact the candidate with notification of the audit and the appropriate steps to complete the necessary documentation to prove eligibility. All documentation is due within 30 days of the request by ACSM.
What if I want to cancel my ACSM exam?
Candidates who wish to cancel their exam must contact Pearson VUE one business day prior to their exam appointment. Candidates will be charged a $75.00* (USD) cancellation fee. Candidate’s who cancel an exam less than one business day in advance or fail to appear for the exam, will forfeit their exam fee.
What is the process of exam re-test?
Re-test candidates will receive a re-test voucher number on the score report from Pearson VUE. Candidates may retake the exam 15 days following the initial exam and every 15 days following.
What is the ACSM exam reschedule policy?
Candidates who want to reschedule their exam must contact Pearson VUE one business day prior to the exam appointment. Candidates will be charged $35.00* (USD) each time an exam is rescheduled. Candidates who reschedule an exam less than one business day in advance, or fail to appear for the exam, will forfeit their exam fee. Candidates who fail to arrive within 15 minutes of the scheduled start time are considered a No-Show and will forfeit their exam fee.
Why Choose ACSM Certification?
Earning your ACSM Certification means you’ll have the respect of both your fellow health fitness professionals and clients. You’ll gain the credibility that you need with employers, universities and respected institutions across health-related fields. And, you’ll confirm that you’ve achieved a level of knowledge backed by the science of ACSM’s gold standard.
Are there any non-scored items in the ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) exam?
Yes, out of 125 items, 25 are non-scored.
What are the various operations performed in ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP)?
ACSM-CEPs utilize prescribed exercise, basic health behavior interventions and promote physical activity for individuals with chronic diseases or conditions; examples include, but are not limited to, individuals with cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, orthopedic, musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, neoplastic, immunologic and hematologic diseases.
How many questions will be there on the ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) exam?
There will be 125 questions in the exam.
How much the ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) will cost?
This exam will cost $279 USD for ACSM Member Candidate, $349 USD for ACSM Non-Member Candidate.
What is the time duration for ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) exam?
For this you will get 225 minutes to complete the exam.
What is the prerequisite for the ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) exam?
This is designed for allied health professional with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in exercise science or equivalent and 1,200 hours of clinical hands-on experience or a master’s degree in clinical exercise physiology and 600 hours of hands-on clinical experience.
What is ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP)?
ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification has the most rigorous educational and practical experience standards in the health and fitness industry. This provides primary and secondary prevention strategies designed to improve, maintain, or attenuate declines in fitness and health in populations ranging from children to older adults.
How to register for the examination ?
For registering yourself for the ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist® (ACSM-CEP) follow the following steps:
- Go to the Pearson VUE website.
- Choose your certification name
- Follow the prompt and complete the registration
- Make the payment and receive a confirmation for the examination.
