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Hi Jane,
I have completed the Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) from NASM and was quite impressed with the information that was provided. It was mainly proactive, however, and did not address post-rehab issues.
I know that both ACE and NASM have now weight loss specialties but I cannot talk of those. However, I have recently signed up for the ACE Mind/Body Specialty certification and so far am not impressed. It is a collation of individual CeC programs for Pilates and yoga (particularly the yoga part has a LOT of redundant information from one package to the other). I had anticipated a lot more than that; except for having the highfalutin title of mind/body specialist, it is really not worth it. Based on that experience, I would not sign up with another ACE specialty, even though some of the others may be quite good.
Karin Singleton
www.meltnc.com
I have completed the Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) from NASM and was quite impressed with the information that was provided. It was mainly proactive, however, and did not address post-rehab issues.
I know that both ACE and NASM have now weight loss specialties but I cannot talk of those. However, I have recently signed up for the ACE Mind/Body Specialty certification and so far am not impressed. It is a collation of individual CeC programs for Pilates and yoga (particularly the yoga part has a LOT of redundant information from one package to the other). I had anticipated a lot more than that; except for having the highfalutin title of mind/body specialist, it is really not worth it. Based on that experience, I would not sign up with another ACE specialty, even though some of the others may be quite good.
Karin Singleton
www.meltnc.com
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The certification is not what provides the qualification but rather your desire to learn, practice and acquire experience. Utilize the resources in the field and acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities (most of which cannot be acquired from a test). You already have a couple good certifications so seek the information and better your practice. Unless of course you need the additional benefit of marketing yourself via the certification - however, in my personal opinion many clients do not care about what certification you have, nor know the difference between any of them.
My Recommendation is Diversify your Knowledge Scope via textbooks, research publications, conferences with credible authors that are not trying to sell you on their product or service.
Fuel the Movement,
JM
My Recommendation is Diversify your Knowledge Scope via textbooks, research publications, conferences with credible authors that are not trying to sell you on their product or service.
Fuel the Movement,
JM
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Thanks so much Karin and Jason. karin--that is exactly what i was looking for. thanks so much. Jason, I totally agree with your assessment. :) I just enjoy taking courses. I don't give a darn about the actual certification. I care about the focused information. The courses provide a deadline--perhaps call it a S.M.A.R.T. goal. I just like to get the best bang for my buck--and the best textbook.
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Hi Jane,
I would also like to add the CSPS from NSCA... http://www.nsca-lift.org/Certification/CSPS/
Best,
Harris
I would also like to add the CSPS from NSCA... http://www.nsca-lift.org/Certification/CSPS/
Best,
Harris
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Jane,
Our Orthopedic Exercise specialty certification would address similar content, and our AHFS is a comprehensive NCCA-accredited certification focused on prevention and post-rehabilitative exercise for musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases, disorders, and ailments, and it also provides in depth exercise programming for youth, older adults, and pre- and post-natal women. http://www.acefitness.org/getcertified/orthopedic-exercise.aspx
Karin,
We appreciate your feedback regarding our Weight Management Specialty Certification and will take it into consideration. For additional concerns, don't hesitate to call us at 1-888-825-3636.
Our Orthopedic Exercise specialty certification would address similar content, and our AHFS is a comprehensive NCCA-accredited certification focused on prevention and post-rehabilitative exercise for musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases, disorders, and ailments, and it also provides in depth exercise programming for youth, older adults, and pre- and post-natal women. http://www.acefitness.org/getcertified/orthopedic-exercise.aspx
Karin,
We appreciate your feedback regarding our Weight Management Specialty Certification and will take it into consideration. For additional concerns, don't hesitate to call us at 1-888-825-3636.
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Specialty programs offered by NCAA accredited organizations are usually pretty solid and offer a more in depth look at niche markets.
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