1. The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology
Professional Advanced Certifications for individuals with an Exercise Science/Kinesiology/Health Science, etc. University Degree

2. The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology
CSEP Vision
Excellence in exercise physiology and health and fitness through research and best practice.
CSEP Mission Statement
CSEP is the resource and voice for exercise physiology and health and fitness, providing leadership in research, education and practice to improve health outcomes for Canadians.
The CSEP, then known as the Canadian Association of Sport Sciences (CASS), was founded at the Pan American Games in 1967, the result of four years of cooperative efforts by the Canadian Medical Association and the Canadian Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) is a voluntary organization, composed of professionals interested and involved in the scientific study of exercise physiology, exercise biochemistry, fitness and health.
CSEP is the only certification agency in Canada that has a RESEARCH BRANCH affiliated with a CERTIFICTION BRANCH

3. CSEP Professional Standards Program Background
Developed by CSEP in 1982.
Developed in response to the needs and concerns of people involved in conducting fitness services
As the program has developed and grown the name has changed:
Fitness Appraisal Certification & Accreditation (FACA) 1982
CSEP Health & Fitness Program (CSEP HFP) 2003
CSEP Professional Standards Program (CSEP PSP) 2015
The CSEP PSP has the highest standards in the Canadian industry for fitness professionals
Introduce the CSEP Professional Standards Program - the branch of CSEP that delivers the professional certifications
The program was established by the CSEP in 1982 to address certain needs and concerns of personnel working in the physical activity, fitness and lifestyle appraisal industry.
As there were no guidelines to regulate the conduct of fitness practices, a need was identified for standards that would protect the users of fitness services and, at the same time, acknowledge individuals who were qualified to conduct fitness practices.
The Program was established to address the following needs and concerns of personnel working in the health and fitness industry.
A need for consumer protection due to the absence of any standards regulating fitness appraisal personnel and centres.
A concern that use of the electrocardiogram (ECG) would be restricted to physicians in response to the recommendations of a coroner’s inquest and the Ontario Medical Association.
A need for appropriate recognition of fitness personnel with advanced qualifications in fitness appraisal, exercise prescription and exercise counselling.
A concern that there was an absence of professionalism in the fitness appraisal industry.
Prior to the implementation of the CSEP PSP, there were no guidelines regarding the type and nature of appraisals conducted by unqualified personnel. An unqualified individual could develop exercise programs based on results of fitness appraisals without prior demonstration of an understanding of training physiology, fitness or exercise prescription. Clearly, the public was placed in a potentially hazardous situation.
The CSEP PSP has the highest standards in the Canadian industry for fitness professionals.

4. CSEP Professional Standards Program Objectives
To establish voluntary standards of competence for personnel and centres on a national scale, and to encourage those currently working in the field or anticipating entering the field to comply with these standards.
To provide consumer protection by educating the public to recognize the distinction in qualifications between levels in the model.
Essentially, there are two objectives to the CSEP PSP. The first is to establish voluntary standards of competence for personnel and centres on a national scale, and to encourage those currently working in the field or anticipating entering the field to comply with these standards. The second is to provide consumer protection by educating the public to recognize the distinction in qualifications between levels in the model.
For an individual to participate in the CSEP PSP at any level, specific theoretical and practical standards of competence must be met. The CSEP realizes that unqualified personnel will continue to conduct fitness appraisals regardless of the existence of the CSEP PSP. However, it is better that the CSEP attempt to standardize and upgrade the quality of health and fitness appraisals, and attempt to limit the type of appraisals conducted by unqualified personnel, than to take no role in the system.

5. CSEP Professional Standards Program Certifications
Two levels of certification
CSEP Certified Personal Trainer® (CSEP-CPT)
CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist® (CSEP-CEP)
The CSEP-CPT certification will recognize individuals with formal post-secondary training in physical activity/exercise prescription focusing on health-related physical fitness. This training will allow them to provide individual physical activity/exercise prescription(s) to apparently healthy individuals based on the results of the CSEP-PATH.
The purpose of the CSEP-CPT designation is to establish the standard in the Canadian personal fitness training industry for health-related fitness assessment, physical activity and lifestyle counselling.
The CSEP Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT) is a professional with the minimum equivalent of 2-years of full-time study (or 60 credits) of University/College coursework in specific core competency areas related to the exercise sciences from an accredited post-secondary institution. A CSEP-CPT works with apparently healthy individuals or those with a stable health condition who are able to exercise independently.
The objective of the CSEP-CEP certification is to recognize the qualifications of those persons who possess advanced formal academic preparation and practical experience in both health-related and performance-related physical activity/exercise science fitness applications for non-clinical and clinical populations.

6. Why Choose a CSEP Certification?
CSEP-SCPE, founding our policies and certifications on the more recent, up to date evidence-based research establishes a firm standard of credibility – we consistently locate the best-published research on the topic under study, and incorporate it into our policies, education, and certification processes.
Evidence-Based Research (material that is constructed from reputable, objective research versus obscure findings or popular literature) means that the information that you use meets rigorous academic research standards and is peer-reviewed. In other words, the information is based on quantitative research, not someone’s opinion.
As the Gold Standard in Exercise Science and Personal Training, CSEP-SCPE ensures excellence in exercise physiology, health, and fitness through research and best practice. By foregrounding our work in evidence-based research, we ensure that CSEP-SCPE remains a leader in exercise science and personal training, and in doing so, our members are privy to cutting edge information that situates their work at the forefront of exercise science and personal training activity and research.
The field of exercise, physiology, and overall health sciences advances at such a fast pace that the body of evidence and foundational research must be methodically evaluated and integrated for the benefit of both patients and professionals alike.”
By relying strictly on evidence-based research, we provide consistent quality assurance for you, our members (CSEP-CEP, CSEP-CPT, Academic, Student, and Business Members). We ensure you receive only the most reputable of information, and that your certification is in keeping with scientific advancements in your field.

7. Why Choose a CSEP Certification?
A CSEP certified professional has the highest standards of learning, skills and training in the field of personal training
CSEP ensures excellence in exercise physiology, health and fitness through research and best practice
The only certifying body in Canada to unite the research branch with the certifications branch
CSEP offers the only fitness appraiser training and certification in Canada
Your clients get the highest degree of service
The CSEP-CPT certification will recognize individuals with formal post-secondary training in physical activity/exercise prescription focusing on health-related physical fitness. This training will allow them to provide individual physical activity/exercise prescription(s) to apparently healthy individuals based on the results of the CSEP-PATH.
The purpose of the CSEP-CPT designation is to establish the standard in the Canadian personal fitness training industry for health-related fitness assessment, physical activity and lifestyle counselling.
The CSEP Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT) is a professional with the minimum equivalent of 2-years of full-time study (or 60 credits) of University/College coursework in specific core competency areas related to the exercise sciences from an accredited post-secondary institution. A CSEP-CPT works with apparently healthy individuals or those with a stable health condition who are able to exercise independently.
The objective of the CSEP-CEP certification is to recognize the qualifications of those persons who possess advanced formal academic preparation and practical experience in both health-related and performance-related physical activity/exercise science fitness applications for non-clinical and clinical populations.

8. CSEP Membership Benefits
CSEP Certification has many benefits including:
Professional Liability Insurance included with your membership fee
Special member rates for Home and Auto Insurance through The Personal Insurance (log in for details)
Job Opportunities in various careers
Marketing and visibility
Monthly electronic newsletter, Communiqué, and Gold Standard News, as well as access to archived editions online
Continuing professional development opportunities in-person and online
Discount on CSEP conference registration 
Discount on ad rates on csep.ca and in the Communiqué e-newsletter
Eligibility for a number of exciting, challenging awards & recognitions
Subscription to Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism (APNM)  - CSEP's official journal
Included in CSEP-CEP certification; CSEP-CPTs can purchase at a reduced rate
Your clients get the highest degree of service:
CSEP is the only agency in Canada whose certified professionals are directly affiliated with the scientists/researchers who are experts in this field
CSEP offers the only fitness appraiser (assessments) training and certification in Canada
A CSEP professional (CSEP-CPT or CSEP-CEP) has the highest standards of learning, skills and training in the field of personal training
CSEP supports and endorses provincial Ministry of Education college diplomas
University degree programs are the foundation of our certifications
National theory and practical examinations are developed and delivered by experts in the field
Continuing education to maintain skills and proficiency is mandatory
Membership includes Professional Liability Insurance
Your benefits as a member include:
Professional Liability Insurance included with your membership fee
Special member rates for Home and Auto Insurance through The Personal Insurance (log in for details)
Job Opportunities in various careers
Marketing and visibility:
Free basic listing in the CSEP Online Member Directory
Optional enhanced listing for a nominal annual fee
Promotion to third party billing agencies/employers
Subscription to Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism (APNM)  - CSEP's official journal
included in CSEP-CEP certification
optional at a discounted rate for CSEP-CPTs
Monthly electronic newsletter, Communiqué, and access to archived editions online
Continuing professional development opportunities
Discount on CSEP conference registration and eligibility for the CSEP Health & Fitness Program Certified Member Award
Discount on ad rates on csep.ca and in the Communiqué e-newsletter

9. Number of Certified Members
CSEP has approximately 5376 certified members
3540 CSEP Certified Personal Trainers®
1836 CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologists®
These numbers are expected to double by 2019!
By becoming certified you are joining a community of like-minded individuals who recognize the need and importance of exercise and health for everyone.

10. CSEP Certified Personal Trainer®
Scope of Practice
A CSEP-CPT works with apparently healthy individuals or those with a stable health condition between the ages of years who are able to exercise independently.
CSEP-CPTs use the tools and strategies outlined in the CSEP-PATH manual to:
Conduct pre-participation health screening assessments
Conduct submaximal aerobic and musculoskeletal fitness and body composition
Design, implement, and monitor client-tailored exercise programs
The CSEP-CPT is NOT a pre-requisite or stepping stone to the advanced CSEP-CEP. But this is a certification they can obtain during their studies.
Scope of Practice
A CSEP-CPT works with apparently healthy individuals or those with a stable health condition who are able to exercise independently.
Conducts basic pre-participation health screening assessments on all clients using evidence-based tools and gathers information about physical activity and lifestyle behaviours
Administers various fitness assessments on clients including submaximal aerobic fitness, musculoskeletal fitness (muscular strength, endurance, power, flexibility, and balance), and anthropometry.
Gathers and applies information about the physical activity, fitness, and lifestyle of a client or group of clients to design, implement, and monitor client-tailored submaximal exercise programs for healthier living.
Recognizes their own area of expertise and refers clients who fall outside that expertise to a CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist®, physician, or other appropriate health care provider.
The CSEP-CPT is not certified to:
Use an ECG for any purpose.
Utilize any assessment protocols or design exercise programs that require maximal aerobic or anaerobic effort.
Assess muscular strength using maximal 1RM assessment protocols or design programs based on resistance loads exceeding 90% of the predicted 1RM.
Administer fitness assessments, or design, implement and monitor client-tailored exercise prescription strategies for populations with unstable medical conditions, more than one medical condition, under 15 years or over 69 years, or with special needs that the CSEP-CPT feels ill-equipped to address.

11. CSEP Certified Personal Trainer®
Pre-requisites
Academic Requirements
2-years of full time study or 60 credits at the post-secondary level
Additional Prerequisites
CPR and First Aid
Core Competencies
There are six (6) core competency areas, covered through academic courses at the post-secondary level.
*Review the full list of requirements at csep.ca
Certification Requirements 
To attain the CSEP-CPT status, candidates must have completed the academic requirements, pass a theory exam, successfully complete a practical exam under the auspices of a CSEP-CPT Instructor Examiner and obtain their CPR level C or higher. Candidates must also pay the required registration and membership fee as established by CSEP.
Most university students studying in the exercise science area are eligible at the completion of their second or third year of study. They are welcome to challenge the CSEP-CPT exams and become a CSEP CERTIFIED professional, provided they meet all requirements.
Academic Requirements
CSEP-CPT Candidates must show that they have completed at least the equivalent of 2-years of full-time study (or 60 credits) at the post-secondary level. Candidates must show that they have successfully completed this requirement through either
a) graduation from an appropriate 2-year College Diploma program, or
b) through course work towards graduation in an appropriate Bachelor degree, or
c) from a combination of a completed CEGEP DEC in the Pre-University Science Stream and courses in an appropriate Bachelor degree.
In the case of applicants using their CEGEP DEC courses, they must show that at least a minimum of 30 credits (the equivent of 1-year of full-time study) come from the University system.
The CSEP-CPT Candidate must show that their course work meets all of the Core Competencies outlined for the CSEP-CPT. In some cases the CSEP-CPT Candidate may be required to provide course outlines to support their application.
CPR Requirements
Candidates are required to hold a current/valid CPR level C. Candidates are also required to have successfully completed a course in emergency first-aid and/or standard first-aid. There are a number of CPR granting agencies that provide this training to our members that have different designation titles . CSEP-CPTs are required to renew their CPR C, or higher, annually.
CSEP PSP will ONLY accept certificates for CPR courses or CPR re-certifications that are delivered entirely in person and include a practical component; therefore, on-line CPR courses will not be accepted.
CSEP PSP will ONLY accept CPR certificates;
a) issued by an organization that adheres to the ILCOR standards OR
b) issued by an organization whose instructors are certified by and/or registered with an organization who adheres to the ILCOR standards,
c) issued by an organization who adheres to the ILCOR standards for CPR courses/recertification delivered by an independent instructor who is certified by and/or registered with that organization
Note: The CSEP-CPT certification and re-certification CPR standard for accreditation has been changed from Level A to Level C or higher to reflect provincial legislation and AED availability.
First Aid – An individual must have successfully obtained their First Aid certificate at one point in their career. It is not mandatory to renew this yearly.
Core Competencies
Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, and Exercise Physiology
2. Theory and Methods of Behaviour Modification
3. Theory and Methods of Health-Related Physical Activity & Physical Fitness Assessment
4. Theory and Methods of Health-Related Exercise Prescription and Program Design
5. Safety and Emergency Procedures
6. Documentation, Administration and Professionalism

12. CSEP Certified Personal Trainer®
Where can CSEP-CPTs work?
Private consulting i.e. personal training
Military, RCMP, police
University/College fitness facilities
High performance labs
Rehab clinics
Community centers
Commercial fitness industry i.e. health clubs
Educational Institutions
Accredited Fitness Appraisal Centers

13. CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist®
Advanced certification
CSEP-CEPs can administer any assessment protocol available, health, performance and job related, as well as submax and maximum testing.
Their CSEP-CEP coupled with their University degree, training and experience will provide enable them to work along side other allied health professionals.
Scope of Practice
The CSEP-CEP Scope of Practice has 11 points and sanctions the certified member to work with general populations, high performance athletes, and those with chronic health conditions, functional limitations or disabilities across the lifespan.
The CSEP-CEP performs assessments/evaluations, prescribes conditioning exercise, provides exercise supervision/monitoring, counselling, healthy lifestyle education, and outcome evaluation for “apparently healthy” individuals and/or populations with medical conditions, functional limitations or disabilities through the application of physical activity/exercise, for the purpose of improving health, function and work or sport performance.
A CSEP-CEP is sanctioned by the CSEP to:
1. Conduct pre-participation screening, administer various health and fitness assessments, prescribe and supervise exercise programs, and provide counseling and healthy lifestyle education to general populations, high performance athletes, and those with chronic health conditions, functional limitations or disabilities across the lifespan.
2. Conduct pre-participation screening using evidence-informed tools that will support recommendations for individual client-tailored physical activity and exercise programs within the CEP’s individual knowledge competency.
3. Accept referrals from licensed health care professionals who are trained and licensed to diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions. The CEP may clear clients with one chronic health condition to work with a CPT. Further medical clearance should be sought if the health condition is unstable.
4. Use evidence-informed behavior change models to facilitate physical activity and exercise participation, and lifestyle modification.
5. Interpret the results of comprehensive fitness assessment protocols to determine health, physical function, work and/or sport performance.
6. Monitor the influence of commonly used medications on the response to sub-maximal and maximal exercise during assessments and/or training sessions.
7. Use the outcomes from objective health and fitness assessments to design and implement safe and effective physical activity and exercise prescriptions for both healthy and unhealthy populations
8. Make general, evidence-informed, dietary recommendations if within the CEP’s individual knowledge competency, recognizing when to refer to a registered dietician for more specialized counselling.
9. Measure and monitor heart rate, electric activity of the heart (using ECG) and blood pressure (by auscultation unless hearing impaired) at rest, during exercise and post-exercise. These measures can be used to identify, but not diagnose, irregularities during rest, sub-maximal, and maximal exercise.
10. Draw finger prick blood (capillary), or venous samples provided they comply with the current CSEP Blood Sampling Policy.
11. Conduct group physical activity or exercise sessions with appropriately screened participants. Sessions can include any one or combination of aerobic, resistance, balance or flexibility exercises within the CEP’s individual knowledge competency. Additional training and certification must be sought to ensure that the CEP has expert competence for different exercise modalities where necessary.
A CSEP-CEP is not sanctioned by CSEP to:
Diagnose pathology based on any assessment or observation.

14. CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist®
Pre-requisites
Academic Requirements
Graduation from an undergraduate degree with at least 120 credits at the post-secondary level.
Additional Prerequisites
CPR and First Aid
Practical Experience
Core Competencies
There are 10 core competency areas, covered through academic courses at the post-secondary level or through several alternative pathways.
*Review the full list of requirements at csep.ca
Certification Requirements
Highly Recommended Additional Certification Enhancements
Individuals wishing to be certified as CSEP-CEP’s are 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 CSEP-PATH.
CSEP-CEP Candidates must show that they have graduated from an appropriate Undergraduate program with successful completion of at least 120 credits at the post-secondary level. The CSEP-CEP Candidate must show that their course work meets all of the Core Competencies outlined for the CSEP-CEP. In some cases the CSEP-CEP Candidate may be required to provide course outlines to support their application.
Academic Requirements
The CPR and First Aid requirements are the same as those for the CSEP-CPT
First Aid – An individual must have successfully obtained their First Aid certificate at one point in their career. It is not mandatory to renew this yearly.
CPR Requirements
Candidates are required to hold a current/valid CPR level C. Candidates are also required to have successfully completed a course in emergency first-aid and/or standard first-aid. There are a number of CPR granting agencies that provide this training to our members that have different designation titles . CSEP-CPTs are required to renew their CPR C, or higher, annually.
CSEP PSP will ONLY accept certificates for CPR courses or CPR re-certifications that are delivered entirely in person and include a practical component; therefore, on-line CPR courses will not be accepted.
CSEP PSP will ONLY accept CPR certificates;
a) issued by an organization that adheres to the ILCOR standards
b) issued by an organization whose instructors are certified by and/or registered with an organization who adheres to the ILCOR standards, OR
c) issued by an organization who adheres to the ILCOR standards for CPR courses/recertification delivered by an independent instructor who is certified by and/or registered with that organization
Note: The CSEP-CPT certification and re-certification CPR standard for accreditation has been changed from Level A to Level C or higher to reflect provincial legislation and AED availability.
Practical Experience
Provide documentation confirming that the candidate has completed a co-op, work and/or volunteer experience in health-related fitness, and/or performance (work or sport) related fitness, above and beyond that included in the University undergraduate degree curriculum. Proof of at least 100 hours of practical experience is REQUIRED. It is highly recommended that candidates attain an additional 150 hours of practical experience with diverse populations that include those with chronic conditions, athletes and/or special populations.
A minimum of 25 hours of experience in the following areas is strongly recommended so that candidates are prepared for the examination and for work as a CSEP-CEP:
Musculoskeletal and Neuromuscular Conditions
Cardio-metabolic and Pulmonary Conditions
Sport and High-Performance
Occupational Health and Fitness
Core Competencies
Foundations
Client Screening and Evaluation
Special Populations
Health and Exercise Psychology
Clinical Assessment and Pharmacology
Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription
Workplace Health and Fitness
High Performance Athletes
Lifestyle Literacy
Professional Practice
Applicants whose undergraduate 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.

15. CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist®
Where can CSEP-CEPs work?
Commercial fitness industry e.g. health clubs
Fitness Directors e.g. police, armed forces, RCMP
Research Coordinators e.g. Foundations, Heart & Stroke
High performance athletes
Professors in colleges/universities e.g. advanced graduate degrees
Preventative care programs e.g. Cardiac rehabilitation
Government administration e.g. provincial/national
Accredited Fitness Appraisal Centers

16. Certification Process
Step 1: Apply
Review the Pre-requisites, including your institution’s CSEP Certification Pathway
Complete the Online Application Form
Step 2: Challenge the Exams
Workshop - optional
Theory Exam
Practical Exam
Step 3: Register
Complete the Online Registration Form
Interested candidates can access all this information and the Step by Step process on the CSEP website ( under the Certifications tab.
Step 1: Apply
Review the Pre-requisites (for the appropriate certification) as discussed earlier in the presentation.
CSEP has completed CSEP Certification Pathways for many institutions across the country. These Pathways provide candidates with an outline of the courses within their program that best fit the core competency requirements of the certifications. The Pathways are offered as a guideline for students, in some cases other courses besides what is listed may work for a core competency and students can include them in their application for review.
Complete the online application form (found on the CSEP website), submit all supporting documents, including official transcripts.
Step 2: Workshop & Exams
If your application has been approved by CSEP you will now be eligible to take a workshop and challenge the theory and practical Exams. It is recommended that you take a workshop before taking the theory and practical exams. The examination process must be started within 1 year of being approved. After the successful completion of your first exam (theory or practical), you have 6 months from that date to complete the other exam and register with CSEP.
Workshops and Practical exams are most often scheduled on an as-needed basis based on demand from applications. Practical exams must be taken from an approved CSEP Instructor/Examiner
Theory exams are hosted by PearsonVUE in Computer-Based Testing Centres across the country.
Step 3: Register
- Once you have successfully completed the CSEP Theory and Practical exams you will be able to register to complete your certification, through an online form and with payment of membership fees.

17. Preparing for Your Exams
Tools for success:
CSEP Certification Guides:
CSEP CPT – 2014 edition
CEP CEP – 2009 edition
CSEP Physical Activity Training for Health (PATH) Manual
Your Institution’s Recommended Course Maps
Online Coursepacks and Learning Modules
CSEP has certification guides available for both certification levels. The CSEP CPT Guide was recently re-released, along with the CSEP PATH manual and features the mpst recent study guides available to prepare for the CSEP CPT practical and theory exams.
The CSEP CEP guide was released in 2009 and is expected to re-release in 2016.
The CSEP PATH provides comprehensive, evidence-based information to support the training and work of CSEP Certified Personal Trainers (CSEP-CPTs), CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologists (CSEP-CEPs), and other qualified exercise professionals in Canada
CSEP has compiled concise lists of all qualifying courses for every college and university in Canada for both the CSEP CEP and CPT certification. Please consult with your college or university ambassador to find out exactly which courses satisfy your certification’s core competency
CSEP’s online learning platform features many exciting webinars which may assist you in your CSEP CEP or CPT exam preparation.
The success rate for the CSEP CPT theory is: 87%
The success rate for the CSEP CEP theory is: 57%

18. Fees Application Fee Theory Exam Fee
$35 for the review of your applicant file
Theory Exam Fee
$155 CSEP-CPT
$200 CSEP-CEP
Practical Exam & Workshops/Practical Skills Review Fees
These fees vary across the country. This chart is an average of the cost in
Processing and reviewing application forms is extremely time-consuming and skilled work; CSEP’s Education Coordinators must be thorough with each and every application received, and must have an in-depth knowledge of the CSEP CPT & CEP programs.
Posting and administering theory and practical exams requires infrastructure resources, as well as staff time and processing costs, ie credit card costs, mailing, etc…
In addition, in order to maintain the level of integrity that CSEP was built on, the CSEP PSP program must continue to affect research and development of its flagship programs.
All of this translates to [minimal] costs to the applicant & candidate.
When it comes to Workshops and Exam fees, you will notice a disparity between testing centers; this is simply due to the very wide range in overhead costs from one facility to another; things like facility rentals, CSEP IE & Assistant remuneration, Insurance, etc…are all variables which factor into the differentiation of costs.

19. Maintaining your Certification
Renew your CSEP Membership by March 31, each year
CPR
Must be renew annually (every 12 months)
Professional Development Credits (PDCs)
CSEP-CPTs are required to collect 20 PDCs every 2-years
CSEP-CEPs are required to collect 30 PDCs every 2-years
In order to maintain your certification, your Professional Liability Insurance and Commercial General Liablity Insurance coverage, you must:
Renew your certification by March 31* of each year
If you do not renew by March 31, your professional liability insurance coverage will be suspended, including for claims regarding incidents which took place prior to March 31, until you renew or until you purchase continuation coverage. If you let your certification lapse for more than 2 months (i.e. if you do not renew by May 31 of the year your membership expired), you will forfeit your certification and it will be necessary to re-apply and re-take the examinations.
- Keep your CPR current (i.e., recertify CPR ‘C’ every year) CSEP will ONLY accept certificates for CPR courses or CPR re-certifications that are delivered entirely in person and include a practical component. On-line CPR courses will not be accepted.
- Acquire 20 or 30 professional development credits (PDC) every two years depending on your level of certification (see the PDC chart). Members are encouraged to select quality professional development opportunities that will enhance their knowledge and expertise in the areas of health-related fitness applications for both apparently healthy populations. Please contact us if you are not sure about your next required PDC submission date.

20. EIMC
Exercise is Medicine Canada (EIMC) is a CSEP initiative to promote physical activity, health promotion and wellness. EIMC is supported by an Advisory Council with representatives from the primary healthcare and exercise professional organizations. The Council meets annually to guide the strategic direction and activities of the EIMC program. A CSEP EIMC liaison committee supports the network of CSEP exercise professionals to build advocacy and implementation from the ground-up in professional and social communities across Canada.
The goals of Exercise is Medicine Canada are to:
Increase the number of health care professionals who are assessing, prescribing and counseling patients in physical activity
Increase the number of Canadians meeting the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines and the Canadian Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines
Encourage the appropriate use of qualified exercise professionals in the prevention and treatment of chronic disease

21. Stay Connected
@CSEPdotCA
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