American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

ACSM Certification

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) credentialing is the most respected in the health and fitness industry. Viewed as the best measure of competence of sports medicine and health and fitness professionals, it requires a high level of knowledge and skills. ACSM Certified Professionals make a difference around the globe every day — improving lives whether they're personalizing a workout, leading a community health initiative or making rounds in a clinic. Achieve ACSM certification so you can gain the credibility that you need to pursue a lifelong career in the health and fitness industry.

New Association management System (AMS) Coming in 2025 

ACSM is excited to announce the launch of a new Association Management System (AMS) designed to enhance your experience with streamlined features like easier certification access and exam registration. To facilitate this upgrade, Candidates will not be able to schedule or reschedule, an appointment starting January 31, 2025.  All scheduled exams should be delivered by February 12, 2025.  There will be an ACSM access blackout from February 13-20.  For more details about the new AMS and its benefits, visit ACSM AMS Updates.

 

Important Notice: Change in Practice Exam Delivery

We are excited to announce that the purchase and delivery of ACSM’s Practice Exams for the ACSM-CPT, ACSM-EP, and ACSM-CEP will be transitioned from Pearson VUE to ACSM’s online portal.

Please note the following important dates and information regarding this change:

  • Last Purchase and Registration Date on Pearson VUE: November 30, 2024
  • Last Delivery Date with Pearson VUE: December 31, 2024

Please be aware that these practice exams will not be available for purchase from November 30, 2024, to mid-January 2025. View additional exam preparation resources.

For ACSM-CPT materials, visit ACSM Personal Trainer and Wolters Kluwer.

Certifications

ACSM Certified Group Exercise Instructor® Exam

Exam price: $399 USD

Designed for a fitness professional proficient in developing and implementing various forms of exercise in a group setting, modifying exercises based on individual and group needs, and creating a positive and effective exercise environment.

New! CPT Practice Exam

Exam price: $50 USD

ACSM’s practice exam is the only resource that simulates the actual look and feel of the ACSM-Certified Personal Trainer certification exam. This online study tool includes 50 multiple-choice questions aimed to provide a real-exam experience.

Purchase your practice exam

ACSM Certified Personal Trainer® Exam

Exam price: $399 USD

Designed for a fitness professional involved in developing and implementing an individualized approach to exercise leadership in healthy populations and/or those individuals with medical clearance to exercise.

Schedule your exam

International

Last day to schedule an appointment is December 15, 2024.
Last day to deliver an appointment is December 31, 2024.

Exam price: $349 USD (delivered in designated centers in India only)

India: If you are in India, please schedule your exam here.

NEW! ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist Practice Exam

Exam price: $50 USD

ACSM’s practice exam is the only resource that simulates the actual look and feel of the ACSM-Certified Exercise Physiologist certification exam. This online study tool includes 50 multiple-choice questions aimed to provide a real exam experience.

Purchase your practice exam

ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist® Exam

Exam price: $449 USD

Designed primarily for leaders of preventive health programs in corporate, commercial, and community settings aimed at low- to moderate- risk individuals or persons with controlled diseases, such as hypertension, obesity, or asthma.

 

NEW! ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist Practice Exam

Exam price: $50 USD

ACSM's practice exam is the only resource that simulates the actual look and feel of the ACSM- Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist Practice Exam. This online study tool includes 50 multiple-choice questions aimed to provide a real exam experience.

Purchase your CPT®practice exam

ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist® Exam

Exam price: $449 USD

Designed for professionals performing exercise testing and training clients with cardiovascular, pulmonary, or metabolic diseases.

ACSM Membership Program Discount

ACSM offers a 20% discount on exam to professional and alliance members. Exam member pricing may be found on each respective credential’s web page under “Exam FAQs.” To receive a member discount, contact ACSM with your membership ID number to receive a voucher code. Call 317-637-9200 or email certification@acsm.org.

Contact us

Office hours

Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. CT; closed on local holidays.

Telephone numbers

  • 888-VUE-ACSM / (888) 883-2276 (toll-free)
  • +1-312-312-5267 (toll)

Last updated 2024-12-13