HFI Course Category / Level

Academic level post PT level 3 to Degree level

Introductory Information

The ACSM CPT/HFS workshop is an excellent way to upgrade and broaden your Level 3 PT knowledge whilst at the same time preparing for the ACSM CPT and/or the ACSM HFS certification exams. It can also be a method of gaining 20 CPD and building on what you have already learned from your industry basics at Level 3. Some people use it as a gateway to a more academic pathway in exercise or sports science and end up getting hooked on science and move into taking a related degree. As the landscape of the health/fitness industry is ever changing, attending the ACSM Gold standard workshop is an excellent way to become a more confident trainer as it can give you the understanding to make your own decisions about what’s out there in the industry. Whatever the reasons for attending, candidates find the experience enlightening and empowering as they are studying the best and most up-to-date information in the field.

The ACSM CPT and ACSM HFS workshop is a balance of lectures and hands-on practical experience. It is 2-day course and these are currently held 4 times per year.

Who is this qualification/course suitable for?

For candidates at Level 3 wishing to consolidate and update their knowledge to the industry international standards. The Gold Standard also provides excellent preparation for the ACSM CPT and ACSM HFS certification exams. The workshop is also suitable for trainers who require quality routes that also provide learning opportunities while gaining their annual CPD.

Where Next?

ACSM CPT assessment and/or ACSM HFS assessment

Course format

2-day workshop

Course content

• Pre-Activity Screening, Pathophysiology, Risk Stratification

• Screening and Risk Stratification Case Studies

• Program Administration, Safety and Emergency

• Procedures (including practical discussion)

• Human Behaviour Counselling (and Case Studies)

• Muscular Fitness and Flexibility Assessment theory

• Cardio respiratory Fitness Assessment theory

• Exercise Principles, Programming and Prescription (Including case studies practical)

• Metabolic Calculations

• Considerations for Special Populations

• Applied Exercise Science Practical (kinesiology and Blood Pressure Measurement)

• Practicals:Muscular Fitness Assessment/Flexibility Assessment/Cardiorespiratory Assessment

• Applied Exercise Science

• Prevention of Injuries

• Nutrition and Weight Management

• Practicals: Muscular Fitness Exercises / Body Composition Assessment / Weight Management case studies

• Special Populations Exercise Programming

• Exam Preparation

If you are not sure which ACSM qualification you would be best for you (either the ACSM CPT and/or ACSM HFS), look at the full ACSM CPT syllabus or the full ACSM HFS syllabus or get in touch with HFI.

Where Next?

University degree.

ACSM CES (for degree graduates)

HFI Exercise Motivator

HFI Eating Behaviour Motivator

ACSM study guides can be purchased from HFI.

Awarding body and recognition

ACSM

CPD

20 CPD

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