Core Competencies for CSEP-CPT®

Core Competencies

Candidates for the CSEP-Certified Personal Trainer accreditation are required to complete:

• full 2 year Diploma from recognized College

OR

• 2 full years/4 semesters of a 4 year exercise-science Degree

The Diploma/Degree program must include a series of academic courses that meet each of the following seven core competency areas: (these are not course titles).

1. Personal and Lifestyle Characteristics of Clients
2. Motivational Techniques to Increase Client Adherence
3. Basic Theory and Methods of Health-Related Physical Fitness Appraisal
4. Basic Physical Activity/Exercise Prescription and Design
5. Demonstration, Client Observation and Exercise Modification
6. Safety, Injury Prevention and Emergency Procedures
7. Documentation, Administration and Professionalism

In addition; completed & successful university/college course work is required in ALL of the following:

• Human Anatomy
• Human Physiology
• Exercise Physiology, Health and Performance
• Wellness, Health Promotion and Human Behavior
• Tests & Measurements, Communication and Counseling

Please note – copies of all awarded Diplomas/Degrees in health/exercise related sciences are required in addition to official transcripts.