Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
ACSM Obesity Care Exercise Specialist
BRIDGING EXERCISE AND OBESITY CARE GUIDED BY SCIENCE, NOT BIAS
$540
Member $324
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Suspension Training Specialist Certificate Course
Presented by ACSM in partnership with the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF).
$210
Member $126
Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Kettlebell Specialist Certificate Course
Presented by ACSM in partnership with the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF).
$210
Member $126
Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Corrective Exercise Specialist Certificate Course
Presented by ACSM in partnership with the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF).
$210
Member $126
Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Physical Activity and Public Health Specialist Certificate Course
The field of physical activity is a critical component in public health. The Physical Activity Alliance (PAA) has developed, in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the recommended essential competencies for staff assigned to physical activity efforts that will…
$300
Member $150
Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Inclusive Fitness Specialist Course
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of clients with disabilities? The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has partnered with the Lakeshore Foundation and the University of Alabama, Birmingham , to bring you the ACSM/National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability…
$249
Member $199
Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist Course
The ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist Course is for healthcare and fitness practitioners looking to provide safe, effective, and individualized exercise programs to anyone living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis.
$749
Member $559
Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Autism Exercise Specialist CEC Course
Autism is one of the most visible and widely discussed human conditions, with 1 in 36 children now diagnosed, according to the CDC . Physical activity provides a wide range of benefits to those with autism, including significant gains in social and communication skills in addition to other…
$649
Member $519
Specialty certificateSELF-PACED / ONLINE
ACSM-CSEP Perinatal Specialist Certificate Course
Exercise & Pregnancy--Evidence-Based Guidance from Bump to Postpartum!
$699
Member $529
Journal CESELF-PACED / ONLINE
From Assessment to Action: Integrating Functional Fitness Testing Across ACSM Certifications
Functional fitness testing provides exercise professionals across ACSM certifications with valuable information about movement, balance, mobility, muscular fitness, and physical function, but its greatest value comes from translating assessment findings into individualized exercise programming.…
$30
Member $18
Journal CESELF-PACED / ONLINE
Beyond the Numbers: Navigating Fitness Technology in the Age of AI
This article-based course explores the benefits and potential drawbacks of wearable technology and artificial intelligence in fitness, emphasizing that although these tools can support self-monitoring, motivation, and behavior change, excessive reliance on data may undermine autonomy, enjoyment,…
$30
Member $18
Journal CESELF-PACED / ONLINE
Exercise-based Fitness Competitions: The Allure for Participants and Guidance from Certified Exercise Professionals
Exercise-based fitness competitions are highly alluring for many people. There are clear benefits that arise from preparing for and completing fitness events. Exercise professionals can play a critical role in ensuring proper preparation occurs throughout the training process by aiding in goal…
$30
Member $18
Journal CESELF-PACED / ONLINE
Fit to Follow? A Practical Guide to Evaluating Health and Fitness Influencers
People will keep turning to social media for exercise, nutrition, and wellness ideas, and much of what they find will be helpful. The goal is not to dismiss online content wholesale but to help clients become more critical and more confident consumers of it. Trustworthy creators communicate…
$30
Member $18
Online courseSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Reframing Exercise: Why Our Approach to Exercise Counseling Causes Harm and What Science and Practice Show is a Better Way
Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).
$30
Member $18
Online courseSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Partnering for Adherence: How Health Coaches Bridge the Gap Between Prescription and Practice
Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).
$30
Member $18
Online courseSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Impact Leadership: Building Relationships That Drive Results
Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).
$30
Member $18
Online courseSELF-PACED / ONLINE
Effective Training with Older Populations In Health Club and Gym Settings
Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).
$30
Member $18
Summit sessionON DEMAND
Menstrual Cycle Training: Science, Strategy, or Social Media Hype?
What do we really know about menstrual cycle training, is it social media hype or science? As more programs and influencers promote “cycle syncing” for performance, strength, and recovery, it’s essential for exercise professionals to understand what the research actually supports. This session…
$45
Member $27
Summit sessionON DEMAND
Refuel to Rebuild: Protein, Carbs, and Hydration in Recovery
Recovery nutrition is often surrounded by hype but does the science support what’s trending on social media and in marketing? This session breaks down the evidence on protein, carbohydrates, and hydration for recovery, separating fact from fiction for both high-performance athletes and everyday…
$30
Member $18
Summit sessionON DEMAND
Red Flags in Corrective Exercise for Movement Improvement: How to Progress, Regress and Refer Effectively
When does corrective exercise cross the line from enhancing movement to treating an injury? This session examines the science behind movement screening and corrective strategies, emphasizing how to recognize red flags that indicate the need for referral. Participants will explore the boundaries…
$30
Member $18
Summit sessionON DEMAND
Recovery and Retention: How Comprehensive Programming Keeps Clients In-House
What if recovery wasn’t a bonus offering, but the essential framework for long-term client results? As recovery tools and technologies continue to flood the marketplace, exercise professionals must be able to think outside the box on how they can incorporate holistic recovery into their fitness…
$30
Member $18
Summit sessionON DEMAND
Breaking Barriers: Why Women Aren't Strength Training and How to Change That
If women only see ‘strong’ bodies lifting weights, how can they imagine their own strength taking shape - are we missing the mark? Despite strong evidence highlighting the health and performance benefits of resistance training, participation rates among women remain low. This session explores…
$30
Member $18
WebinarON DEMAND
Resistance Training for the Mass(es)
In this "From Around the Field" offering, Dr. Stuart Phillips will discuss how resistance training can be scaled for nearly anyone, from novices to older adults, and why building strength and muscle is a cornerstone of healthspan. He reviews the evidence on the key programming variables that…
$30
Member $18
WebinarON DEMAND
Physical Activity and Exercise Intensity Terminology
The evidence supporting the many beneficial effects of physical activity, including exercise, is overwhelming. However, one factor hampering research and limiting the adoption of these recommendations is the inconsistent use of terminology associated with different exercise intensities. In this…
$15
Member $9