15 CECs

The EIM online course, developed with the assistance of more than 35 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) subject matter experts, includes interactive activities, video clips and helpful prompts to take movement breaks while you’re studying. The recommendations, modifications and training tips align with the 11th edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, the 2018 National Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans (PAGA), national disease-specific guidelines and practical advice from practitioners in each topical area. 

Modules include: 

• Health Care Basics
• Exercise Prescription for Common Medical Conditions 
• Exercise Prescription for Older Adults 
• Facilitating Behavior Change – The Coach Approach 
• Exercise Prescription in Special Settings 

Learners are encouraged to work through the course over roughly two months, completing 2-3 hours of content weekly. A helpful review PDF of the information presented, as well as additional handouts, are included.  

Learning objectives 

After completing the modules, the learner should be able to: 

1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of how health systems operate, explain the Exercise is Medicine® clinical-to-community integration approach, effectively communicate with health care providers, provide appropriate documentation, respect privacy and stay within their professional scope of practice;
2. Understand and apply the ACSM and PAGA exercise guidelines — including the frequency, intensity, time, type and progression of physical activity (PA), including modifications and precautions — for those who are sedentary, older adults and those with hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity, NAFLD, Metsyn, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis, low back pain and cancer;
3. Understand how commonly prescribed pharmaceutical agents may affect the exercise prescription and when to refer a client/patient back to their health care provider;
4. Use client/patient-centered approaches, motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral techniques to facilitate behavior change and adherence;
5. Design an effective PA intervention for a small group of clients/patients with a common disease or cluster of conditions that require a similar PA prescription; and
6. Identify advantages and challenges of using technology solutions to increase PA in patients/clients and key considerations when providing virtual exercise/PA guidance and follow-up.

Requirements for earning the EIM Credential

Learners must complete this bundle within 365 days from the date of purchase.  ACSM will not offer refunds, transfers, or course credits for uncompleted courses prior to their expiration date.

ACSM does not allow substitutions, refunds or credits for this course.  

For questions related to your online CEC courses or purchases, email onlinelearning@acsm.org. 

Membership Discount 

Join ACSM and save 50% on CEC quizzes by contacting our membership department at membership@acsm.org.  Membership dues updates may take a minimum of 24 hrs. to be reflected in your account. 

ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal®: May - June 2021 CEC COURSE QUIZ BUNDLE

Includes the following courses:

• ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal®: May - June 2021 CEC Course #1: Exercising to Improve Movement Quality: Why and How   
• ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal®: May - June 2021 CEC Course #2: Adapting Fitness and Neuromotor Self-tracking Over the Lifespan
• ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal®: May - June 2021 CEC Course #3: An Oral Myofunctional Exercise Prescription for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
• ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal®: May - June 2021 CEC Course #4: Weight Bias and Discrimination in the Workplace: Addressing a Diversity and Inclusion Issue

This course bundle expires on JUNE 30, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. according to your time zone.

Notice:

This course includes online ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal® Articles and a corresponding online quizzes.

All course content will be presented to you electronically upon completion of your purchase. This includes all articles, quizzes, and certificates (certificates awarded upon successful completion of the quizzes).

No substitutions or refunds will be allowed for this CEC Course Quiz Bundle.

This course bundle has an individual expiration date listed above. All course contents must be completed prior to the expiration date. ACSM will not offer refunds, transfers, or course credits for not completing courses prior to their expiration date or for duplicate purchases.

For questions related to your online CEC courses or purchases, please email onlinelearning@acsm.org.

Available Course Credits:

ACSM 8.00 CEC

Course Procedure:

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To earn your CECs, you will view the course content, pass the quiz (you must earn 70% or better to pass), and print your certificate of completion.

Join ACSM and save 50% on these CEC quizzes by contacting our membership department at membership@acsm.org.

Please note, membership dues updates may take a minimum of 24 hrs. to be reflected in your account.

By David Geslak, ACSM EP-C

An ACSM/Exercise Connection Autism Exercise Specialist certificate holder is an exercise professional, physical or adapted physical education teacher, physical therapist, recreational therapist, or special education professional (see below) who understands the needs and strategies used with autism when implementing an individual or group exercise program in a gym, home, or classroom setting.

The Autism Exercise Specialist CEC course is the prerequisite to the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate. The CEC course involves completing Online Modules, which will establish the foundational framework of understanding autism, evidence-based teaching practices, and exercise program design to prepare you to work with those on the autism spectrum.

Once you receive the Certificate of Completion for the CEC course, you have earned 6.00 ACSM CECs and are now qualified to take the in-person workshop for the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate. More information about the in-person workshops can be found at AutismExerciseSpecialist.com.

Learning Objectives:

The ACSM/EC Autism Exercise Specialist will be able to:

• use standard health assessment tools and when available, school-based or private assessments, to develop the foundation of client's exercise program,

• develop exercise programs and demonstrate exercises by applying evidence-based teaching strategies for those with autism,

• lead and motivate individuals in both an individual and group setting,

• use various instructional strategies (e.g., visual supports, videos, technology) to promote physical activity,

• create a positive exercise experience and enhance social skills, and

• communicate to autism parents, special educators, and other professionals the value of exercise for the autism community.

Qualifications needed to earn the certificate:

NCCA-accredited exercise professionals or licensed occupations whose primary role is to lead exercise programs for individuals with autism

• Adapted Physical Education Teacher
• Physical Education Teachers
• Nurses
• Special Education Teachers
• Physical Therapists & PTA’s
• Occupational Therapists & COTA’s
• Recreational Therapists
• Speech-Language Pathologists • Behavioral Specialists (e.g., BCBA)

*Must have current license and be in good standing

The webinar videos within this course were created and edited by Max Gulias, an Exercise Connection staff member, who has autism.

Notice

This course includes a demographic survey, online videos, PowerPoints, journal articles, a corresponding online quiz, and a course evaluation.

All course content will be presented to you electronically upon completion of your purchase. This includes all viewing and reading material, quizzes, and certificates (certificates awarded upon successful completion of the quizzes).

No substitutions will be allowed for this CEC course. CEC course only. This course is not an ACSM certification. Access to this content is available for 1 year (365 days) from the date of purchase.

For questions related to your online CEC courses or purchases, please email onlinelearning@acsm.org.

Available Course Credits

ACSM 6.00 (Online Modules)

Course Procedure

Add this course to your cart.

You have the option to continue shopping or to proceed to checkout.

Be sure you are signed in and submit your order.

Once your transaction is complete, you will receive an email confirmation with directions for accessing your course.

To earn your CECs, you will view the course content, pass the quiz (you must earn 80% or better to pass), and print your Certificate of Completion.

To earn the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate, go to AutismExerciseSpecialist.com to register for the in-person or virtual workshop. You will need to upload a copy of your Certificate of Completion from this CEC course during the registration process. During the in-person or virtual workshop, you must complete and pass the in-person workshop case study exam. (You must earn 80% or better to pass).