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Certified Exercise
Physiologist - Certification Process
Please note: The CSEP-PFLC and CSEP-ET designations ceased to exist as of
January 1, 2008.
Stage One: University Degree
The CEP
Certification constitutes the advanced professional level of the CSEP-Health
& Fitness Program. The CEP Candidate possesses a university undergraduate
degree in the Health, Fitness and Exercise Sciences area,
covering the 16 core competencies areas. Individuals are also highly
recommended, but not required, to have successfully completed the CSEP-Certified
Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT) certification or have studied the content of the
current edition of the CPAFLA. Eligible candidates come from either
Category A or Category B.
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Category A |
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Individuals in this category will have completed a four
year degree in Physical Activity/Exercise Sciences/Kinesiology/Human
Kinetics, etc., with a specialization in health-related fitness plus work and
sport-related fitness applications for asymptomatic and symptomatic
populations.
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Category B |
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Individuals
in the category are allied health professionals (such as physical therapists,
occupational therapists, nurses, physicians and chiropractors) whose
undergraduate degrees were in Kinesiology/Exercise Science.
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Stage Two: Application Process
Note: All information requested below is to be
submitted in one package to the Atlantic CSEP H&FP Office for review prior to
being approved to complete the CSEP-CEP written and practical examinations.
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Category A |
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Individuals in this category must provide the following:
1. Core Competency Domains
Formal documentation (transcripts) confirming successful completion of an
undergraduate University degree in exercise science encompassing the
following Physical Activity/Exercise related 16 Core Competency domains:
a) Anatomy and Biomechanics
b) Exercise Physiology
c) Human Development and Aging
d) Physical Fitness Assessment Application for: Health, Function and Work or
Sport
e) Physical Activity and Exercise Prescription Application for: Health,
Function and Work or Sport
f) Nutrition and Weight Management
g) Data Management and Analysis
h) Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
i) Psychosocial Aspects of Human Behaviour in Relation to Physical Activity,
Exercise, Rehabilitation and Exercise Therapy
j) Physical Activity/Exercise Strategies and Considerations for Persons with:
Musculoskeletal Conditions, Cardiopulmonary Conditions, Metabolic Conditions
and Aging Conditions
k) Pharmacology: Commonly Used Agents for Persons with Chronic Diseases,
Functional Limitations and Disabilities Associated with:
Cardiopulmonary/Metabolic Conditions, Musculoskeletal Conditions,
Neuromuscular Conditions and Aging
l) Evaluation: Additional Procedures for Persons with Chronic Diseases,
Functional Limitations and Disabilities Associated with:
Cardiopulmonary/Metabolic Conditions, Musculoskeletal Conditions,
Neuromuscular Conditions and Aging
m) Clinical Exercise Prescription
n) Client Education
o) Professional Practice
p) Outcome Evaluation
Note: The depth and breadth of knowledge, skills
and abilities outlined in the Core Competency section refers to that which
would normally be acquired in the core and upper level elective courses of a
university undergraduate degree program in physical activity/exercise
sciences/kinesiology where
≥ 70% of the university
faculty members are specialists, who hold a PhD in a core competency domain.
Applicants in Category A whose
undergraduate Kinesiology/Exercise Science program of study did not include
all of the Core Competency domains and related sub domains will have to
achieve these Core Competencies through several alternate critical pathways
which may include self-directed learning, workshops, diploma courses,
university courses, co-operative education work or volunteer experience.
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2. Health Related Fitness Practical Experience
Provide documentation confirming that the candidate has completed co-op,
work and/or volunteer experience in health-related fitness, and
performance-related fitness (work and/or sport). This practical experience
may be formally included in a Kinesiology/Exercise Science, etc. university
undergraduate degree curriculum. If not, then the onus is on the candidate to
obtain this experience. It is highly recommended that candidates
attain at least 100 hours of practical experience in both health and
performance related fitness applications. This practical experience should be
detailed in the candidate's resume along with supporting letters from the
institutions and/or personal attesting to the candidates having obtained the
stated experience.
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3. Clinical Exercise Practical Experience
Provide documentation confirming that the candidate has clinical exercise
application co-op, work or volunteer experience with persons who have various
medical conditions, functional limitations or disabilities associated with:
a) Musculoskeletal Conditions (at least 50 hours of
practical experience)
b) Cardiopulmonary Conditions (at least 50 hours of practical experience)
c) Metabolic Conditions (at least 50 hours of practical experience)
d) Neuromuscular Conditions (at least 25 hours of practical experience)
e) Aging Conditions (at least 25 hours of practical experience)
This practical experience may be formally included in a
Kinesiology/Exercise Science, etc., university undergraduate degree
curriculum. If not, then the onus is on the candidate to obtain this
experience. As indicated above, it is highly recommended that
candidates attain at least a total of 200 hours of exercise therapy
experience for persons with the above conditions before applying to take
the CSEP-CEP examinations. This practical experience should be detailed in
the candidate's resume along with supporting letter from the institutions
and/or persons attesting to the candidates having obtained the stated
experience.
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4. Resume
Provide the provincial CSEP Health & Fitness Program office with a
current resume to be submitted along with the information requested above.
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Category B |
Individuals in this category must provide the following:
1. Core Competency Domains
Formal documentation (transcripts) confirming successful completion
of an undergraduate University degree in exercise science encompassing
the following Physical Activity/Exercise related 16 Core Competency
domains:
a) Anatomy and Biomechanics
b) Exercise Physiology
c) Human Development and Aging
d) Physical Fitness Assessment Application for: Health, Function and Work or
Sport
e) Physical Activity and Exercise Prescription Application for: Health,
Function and Work or Sport
f) Nutrition and Weight Management
g) Data Management and Analysis
h) Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
i) Psychosocial Aspects of Human Behaviour in Relation to Physical Activity,
Exercise, Rehabilitation and Exercise Therapy
j) Physical Activity/Exercise Strategies and Considerations for Persons with:
Musculoskeletal Conditions, Cardiopulmonary Conditions, Metabolic Conditions
and Aging Conditions
k) Pharmacology: Commonly Used Agents for Persons with Chronic Diseases,
Functional Limitations and Disabilities Associated with:
Cardiopulmonary/Metabolic Conditions, Musculoskeletal Conditions,
Neuromuscular Conditions and Aging
l) Evaluation: Additional Procedures for Persons with Chronic Diseases,
Functional Limitations and Disabilities Associated with:
Cardiopulmonary/Metabolic Conditions, Musculoskeletal Conditions,
Neuromuscular Conditions and Aging
m) Clinical Exercise Prescription
n) Client Education
o) Professional Practice
p) Outcome Evaluation
Note: The depth and breadth of knowledge, skills
and abilities outlined in the Core Competency section refers to that which
would normally be acquired in the core and upper level elective courses of a
university undergraduate degree program in physical activity/exercise
sciences/kinesiology where
≥ 70% of the university
faculty members are specialists, who hold a PhD in a core competency domain.
Applicants in Category B whose undergraduate
Kinesiology/Exercise Science program of study did not include some of the
Core Competency domains and related sub-domains, will likely achieve these
Core Competencies through through formal professional post graduate studies
which makes them eligible to take the CSP-CEP examinations.
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2. Health Related Fitness Practical Experience
Provide documentation confirming that the candidate has completed
co-op, work and/or volunteer experience in health-related fitness, and
performance-related fitness (work and/or sport). This practical
experience may be formally included in a Kinesiology/Exercise Science,
etc. university undergraduate degree curriculum. If not, then the onus is
on the candidate to obtain this experience. It is highly recommended
that candidates attain at least 100 hours of non-clinical practical
experience in both health and performance related fitness
applications. This practical experience should be detailed in the
candidate's resume along with supporting letters from the institutions
and/or personal attesting to the candidates having obtained the stated
experience.
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3. Proof of Professional License
Candidates must submit a copy of their
license to practice in the designated field/profession.
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Stage Three: CPR and First Aid
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Category A &
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CEP Candidates must hold a
current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate at a minimum of Level
"C". CPR must be renewed on an annual basis. Candidates must also show
proof of completion of a Standard First Aid course at some point in their
professional career.
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Stage
Four: Theory and OSPE Examination
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Category A &
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Written Examination:
Successful completion
(75% or higher) of the National CEP theory exam.
Objective Standardized Practical Examination (OSPE):
The practical evaluation is a very demanding form of assessment based on
objective criteria – checklists, rather than examiner subjectivity. OSPE’s
evaluate what a CEP Candidate can perform, apply and demonstrate through
advanced skills and abilities.
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Stage Five:
Registration
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Category A &
B |
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Upon successful
completion of the above requirements, the CEP Candidate must pay the annual
Atlantic CSEP H&FP
Professional Association Fee. (Fee includes: Atlantic CSEP H&FP
Registration, CSEP Registration and Liability Insurance Premium.)
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The certifications of the
Atlantic CSEP H&FP are nationally recognized and transferable across Canada.
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Fitness New Brunswick
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