Frequently Asked Questions for ACSM Certification
ACSM HFI Exam – www.acsm.org
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) offers a variety of certifications for individuals working in the health and fitness industry. The certified ACSM Certified Health Fitness Specialist (HFS) is a professional qualified to work in a variety of health and fitness settings including commercial fitness, corporate wellness, community based health and fitness and hospital wellness programs. Montgomery College (MC) has partnered with ACSM through the University Connection program to help prepare students for this certification exam and to allow them to take the exam at a discounted price.
Requirements for taking the HFS Exam
- An Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in a health-related field from a regionally accredited college/university (one is eligible to sit for the exam if he/she is within 6 credits of graduation).
- Completion of core courses at MC
BI 204 & BI 205 HE 205
PE 202 PE 230
PE 235 PE 237
PE 238 (Recommended – future requirement)
- Possess Current Adult CPR certification that has a practical skills component (such as the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross)
Costs to the Student with the University Connection Discount
(Required) HFI written exam - ~$150
(Optional) ACSM sponsored 2-day workshop – Discounted rate
Preparation for the HFS exam - Books & Resources
Textbooks: (Recommended that each student purchase)
- ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 7th edition
- ACSM’s Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 5th edition
- ACSM’s Certification Review Book
Videos & Other Resources Available in the Department of Health Enhancement:
- Clinical Exercise Physiology: Understanding the Basics
- Developing Sport Specific Strength
- Psychology of Exercise Adherence
- The Importance of Exercise Intensity for Health & Exercise Prescription
- Practical Applications of the ACSM Metabolic Calculations
- Secrets of the ACSM Personal Trainer Exam
- ACSM HFI exam review flash cards
Other:
- Study Schedule will be available February 2008 from the department
- The Department of Health Enhancement will offer workshops throughout the Spring 2008 semester to assist students in their preparation for the exam
I am interested, what do I need to do next?
Send an email to Professor Ridings at elizabeth.ridings@montgomerycollege.edu include your first and last name, student ID #, mailing address, email address and phone number.
The Health Enhancement, Exercise Science, and Physical Education Department
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Phone: (240) 567-7575
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