You get what you reward and deserve what you tolerate. Opinions are my own. AVP of Certification and Credentialing, American College of Sports Medicine.
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[BREAKING]: @ACSMNews Cert Board expands eligibility pathway for #ACSMEP & #ACSMCEP certs: (1) graduation from @caahep-accredited Ex Sci/Phys or a program that initiated (2a) formal inquiry or (2b) submitted a RAS w/ @CoAES_org. DEADLINE: 15-Aug-2027. acsm.org/certification/progr…
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The @uofcincy’s Exercise Science EXPO truly embodied its theme “Driven by Science, Powered by People” by directly connecting accreditation, certification, and employment. @CoAES_org @ACSMNews @CEPAupdates
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I’m so looking forward to presenting the keynote lecture at 2026 University of Cincinnati Exercise Science Expo lecture: “From Credential to Credibility: Advancing the Future of the Exercise Profession.” Fri, Apr 3rd, 8:00-3:00.
Event info:
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1 Dec 2025
The 2026 @ACSMNews Certified Professional of the Year finalists have been announced: Shannon Fitzgerald Maffetone; Steven A. Trotter; Travis Weisbrod MS, ACSM EP, CSCS
Meet the finalists here: acsm.org/certification/profe…
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19 Nov 2025
#EXG2025 Future of Credentialing, as employers relax degree requirements and new competencies rapidly emerge (e.g., AI literacy), traditional educational pathways may not be able to keep pace with the demands/expectations of today’s workforce.
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18 Nov 2025
#iceexchange2025 key note, Sara Ross: folks buy into people first, and vision second.
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30 Oct 2025
[BREAKING]: @ACSMNews and @UFCPI are hosting an invite-only Combat Sports Special Interest Group Summit from Oct 31 to Nov 1, 2025. This exclusive event will multidisciplinary approach to athlete health & performance in combat sports. Find out more here: instagram.com/p/DQb5r5cEnyd/
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25 Sep 2025
[BLOG OF INTEREST]: The Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act is a game-changer. 529 plan funds can now be used for : (1) Exam fees and prep materials certifications; (2) CEC required for recertification. Read about it here: acsm.org/how-to-use-529-plan…
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16 Sep 2025
The 2026 ACSM Certified Professional of the Year application is live! This award recognizes an outstanding ACSM-certified pro’s dedication & exceptional contributions to enhance the health & wellness of individuals in the community. Apply today!
acsm.org/certification/profe…
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16 Sep 2025
[PRESS RELEASE]: @ACSMNews & @acefitness announced a new collaborative partnership. This affirms a shared commitment to transforming the health of our communities by advancing education, empowering pros, & championing access to physical activity for all. acsm.org/acsm-ace-parnership…
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8 Sep 2025
RECORDING AVAILABLE: From Certification to Success: Building a Sustainable Career in Fitness and Wellness.
Panelists: Kathleen Ferguson, Geralyn Coopersmith, Tricia Madden
USREPS Premier Partner: Coach360
Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=Bb1GQnyN…
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27 Aug 2025
New blog: Fighting for Professional Relevance - Programmatic Accreditation Must Lead the Way. Programmatic accreditation ensures that institutions adequately prepare students to be QEPs. Also, common accreditation myths are debunked. Read more here: acsm.org/fighting-for-profes…
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3 Jul 2025
[ARTICLE OF INTEREST] @athletechnews piece on the @USFitProReg's US National Exercise Referral Framework (USNERF) is revolutionizing how doctors refer patients to qualified exercise professionals.
Read more: athletechnews.com/new-framew…
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6 Jun 2025
Absolutely electric in all languages.
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Francis Neric, MS, MBA retweeted
19 May 2025
Athlete Alive represents a collaborative effort to significantly reduce preventable injuries and fatalities among student athletes. Learn more about the initiative and apply to submit your organization to become a 2025 Athlete Alive Champion here: usreps.org/resources/athlete…
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Francis Neric, MS, MBA retweeted
1 May 2025
In case you missed it, the full webinar of Defining Credibility in the Fitness Industry: The Role of Professional Standards and Accreditation is now posted. Gain valuable insights into the significance of accreditation, certification standards, and more. youtu.be/yVvpONhRXRI
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1 May 2025
Graham Melstrand and I discuss the complexities and challenges of licensing personal trainers on the KIPS podcase. kipsonline.org/personal-trai…
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30 Apr 2025
[NEW] analysis from @rachelepojednic et al. on US fitness jobs reveals widespread misalignment between degree reqs, certs & employer expectations. This is an opportunity to deepen the relationship between the key stakeholders. frontiersin.org/journals/spo…
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24 Apr 2025
The 2024 @CEPAupdates Annual Conference is now on ACSM’s LMS—earn up to 6 CECs! 🧠❤️
Explore sessions on fatty liver disease, diabetes, cancer, cardiac rehab, frailty, hypertension & more—led by top experts from Penn State, UBC, Henry Ford & more.
Visit: pathlms.com/acsm/courses/105…
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24 Apr 2025
💡 Did you know? @CEPAupdates is the only org solely focused on advancing clinical exercise physiology. From cutting-edge education to advocacy and career growth, CEPA is your go-to professional home.
Learn more: acsm.org/certification/profe…
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