Thanks for the advice
I thank each of you for taking the time to share your thoughts on my question.:-)
After some additional research, I think I will pursue the CSCS. That said, I agree, of course, with LisaS that a true fitness professional should have a good base of knowledge in the area of biological sciences, but also agree with Mich and Lisa~ that not having that at the outset of pursuing a designation should necessarily disqualify you from working toward a given certification if it's possible to begin such a course without it. Plus, there may be a bit of a semantics issue here- when I say a "solid working knowledge" of subjects that pertain to exercise sciences, I'm speaking not of someone who is merely acquainted them, but one who is actually well-versed. I'm now satisfied that I don't need to be at least halfway through medical school to be able to work the program, which is what I needed to know. I further expect to be in subordinate positions for quite a while as I gain the necessary experience and knowledge to one day be regarded as an expert (or thereabouts) in my field.
Anyway, thanks again!
Jeff
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