You can prepare for an ACSM exam with an ACSM course from Varsity Tutors. ACSM classes give you the opportunity to work directly with an expert on the material you need to know before taking your upcoming test. You can quickly get started with the ACSM class that meets your needs by contacting us today. Or, to learn more about how ACSM courses can supplement your learning plan, continue reading.
Thee American College of Sports Medicine, or ACSM, offers several different exams that you can choose to take depending on what your professional goals are. When you pass one of these tests, you'll earn a credential that signifies to employers and clients that you're qualified and knowledgeable enough to work for them. Earning a certification from the ACSM could raise your value in the market and potentially open up new opportunities for career advancement in this field.
Here are some of the exams that you can take from the American College of Sports Medicine:
ACSM Certifications
- Personal Trainer
- Group Exercise Instructor
- Exercise Physiologist
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist
- Specialty Certifications
- Exercise is Medicine
- Cancer Exercise Trainer
- Inclusive Fitness Trainer
- NPAS Physical Activity in Public Health
Your ACSM prep course will take place through a series of one-on-one lessons between you and your instructor. This ensures that your ACSM prep class sessions are based entirely on your specific needs. Your instructor can provide you with a customized lesson plan that covers the topics you need to study and avoids topics that you already understand. This can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your test preparation process. ACSM prep courses are also flexible enough to fit into most schedules. That means you won't have to make too many sacrifices to get the help preparing for your upcoming exam you've been searching for.
Below, you'll see some of the topics covered on the ACSM Certified Personal Trainer Exam:
ACSM-CPT: Certified Personal Trainer Performance Domains | Percentage of Test |
Domain I: Initial Client Consultation and Assessment | 25 |
Domain II: Exercise Programming and Implementation | 45 |
Domain III: Exercise Leadership & Client Education | 20 |
Domain IV: Legal & Professional Responsibilities | 10 |
Your ACSM prep classes will provide you with a well-rounded learning experience that conforms to your needs. You can even get help with general test-taking strategies that may help you feel more confident when taking on future exams in addition to this one. For example, have you ever struggled with test anxiety in the past? If so, your instructor can spend some of your ACSM course sessions showing you exercises you can use to remain calm while taking important tests like the one you're preparing for. Similarly, if you've ever struggled with managing your time while taking an exam, your instructor can use your ACSM class to help you make improvements with your time management. Thus, you can get the help you need from your class sessions no matter what kind of assistance you're looking for.
Earning a certification from the American College of Sports Medicine has many benefits. However, preparing for one of these exams can be difficult to do without any guidance. Varsity Tutors can provide you with the assistance you've been searching for. Consider reaching out to us today if you feel that you would benefit from working with an expert on the exam that you're preparing for's subject matter. We'd love to use our expertise in the test preparation industry to help you feel more confident when you sit down to take your next ACSM test.

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- George Mason University - Bachelor in Arts, English
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- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
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Continual learner who loves to bring out the curiosity and passion in those I teach. Current doctoral student at Georgia State University studying Exercise Physiology and Sport Nutrition. Current Strength and Conditioning and Sports Nutritionist coach. My future career direction is to education professionals and students about the vital importance of nutrition, anatomy/physiology, and exercise, to human health, well-being and performance.
Education & Certification
- Georgia College State University - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
- Georgia College State University - Master of Science, Exercise Physiology
Subject Expertise
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Biology
- College Biology
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Education & Certification
- University of St Francis - Bachelor in Arts, English
- DePaul University - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
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- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- Adult Literacy
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Shaun: La Mesa ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine course instructor
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- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- NCSF - National Council of Strength and Fitness
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...spearheaded curriculum development and instructional design initiatives for surgical education programs, integrating cutting-edge medical advancements to enhance the learning experience of medical students and surgical residents. These experiences have fueled my passion for education and desire to make a meaningful impact on students' lives. With over 5 years of teaching experience in traditional classrooms, labs, hospital settings, and online platforms, I have honed my skills in course development, instructional design, and assessment methodologies. My commitment...
Education & Certification
- Ayub Medical College - Bachelor of Science, Community Health and Preventive Medicine
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- COMLEX
- FOM - International Foundations of Medicine Exam Program
- CPCE - Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination
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...here to help guide you and be a partner in your journey through wellness. Wellness is about life, how you feel, how you think about yourself, and how you want you to be. My goal is to help you achieve whatever it is you are after. My qualifications are that I possess a Masters Degree in Exercise Science with an undergraduate degree in Sports Medicine. I am certified through the American College Sports Medicine for...
Education & Certification
- Concordia University-Ann Arbor - Master of Science, Kinesiotherapy
Subject Expertise
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- SAEE - The Special Agent Entrance Exam
- Series 51
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- +329 subjects

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Education & Certification
- Warner University - Master of Arts, Sports and Fitness Administration
- Argosy University-Atlanta - Master of Arts, Exercise Physiology
- University of Kentucky - Master of Arts, Counselor Education
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- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- International Sports Sciences Association
- HWCCP - Health & Wellness Coach Certifying Examination Program
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Shelby: La Mesa ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine course instructor
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Education & Certification
- Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
- Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Master in Public Health, Public Health
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- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Science
- Anatomy & Physiology
- +5 subjects

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Education & Certification
- University of Georgia - Bachelors, 1. Public Administration, Policy, & Management 2. Psychology 3. Gender & Women's Studies
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- PHR - Professional in Human Resources
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Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Sports Studies
Subject Expertise
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians
- NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- Other
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Education & Certification
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
Subject Expertise
- ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
- ACT Math
- GED
- ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
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Education & Certification
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- PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant Exam
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Education & Certification
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
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Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Real Estate
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
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