I got this today from the ACSM:
ACSM Announces New Specialty Certification
ACSM is pleased to announce a collaboration with the National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) to offer a specialty certification. This certification is an industry-first for professionals working in the health and fitness field, specifically to work with individuals with disabilities.
There are 50 million people (approximately 20%) in the United States that have reported some type of disability. ACSM professionals have the potential to make a significant contribution by earning the specialty certification to safely and effectively work with people with disabilities. Read more about the exam.
ACSM and NCPAD are performing BETA testing in preparation for a live exam. BETA testing will end on Monday, November 12th. Due to the nature of BETA testing, immediate results will not be available. Candidates will be notified the first half of January 2008 if they earned a passing score. If a passing score has been achieved, the candidate will earn the credential. If a candidate does not receive a passing score, he/she will be given the opportunity to re-test during the live version of the exam.
The BETA exam is offered through Pearson VUEŽ Authorized Test Centers. Individuals interested in BETA testing must meet the eligibility requirements to participate. The cost of the BETA exam is $99USD and is a voucher-only exam. Individuals who would like to participate must request a voucher through the ACSM National Office by calling 317-637-9200 ext 115 or by sending an email to certification@acsm.org. Once the candidate has confirmed eligibility and received the voucher, he/she can register online at www.pearsonvue.com/acsm or by calling 888-883-2276.
New certification offered by the ACSM
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