This is generally the first step in becoming active in the fitness field. What this means is that to earn a certification, candidates must pass one or more assessments to demonstrate that they are qualified to practice as a certified professional. For many organizations, such as ACE, this assessment comes in the form of a competency-based exam that challenges candidates to analyze and determine the best course of action for a broad range of scenarios.
Achieving a certification means that you have demonstrated the required knowledge necessary to begin practicing in that field. It does not mean that you have all the tools necessary to be successful in the field, but it demonstrates that you are able to apply knowledge towards a specific job role.
Also, when it comes to choosing a certification, remember that not all are created equal. Fitness certifications such as ACE, which are accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies NCCA or comparable third party certification accreditors, have more credibility because the entire certification program is reviewed to ensure that it meets standards established by an independent third-party.
Having an accredited exercise certification will also place you on the United States Registry of Exercise Professionals USREPS , which is a registry of professionals with verified current certifications that is searchable by consumers, healthcare professionals and potential employers. Learn more at www. Participants in a certificate course are typically required to demonstrate on the learning outcomes of that specific course.
The content of a certificate course is generally narrower, providing more information on a specific training mode such as indoor cycling or Zumba. Certificate courses are generally live courses. Often demonstration of and participation in the specific skill or knowledge may occur. Certificate courses are a great way to expand your skillset to include more diverse programming and teaching skills. Many clubs require additional specialty certificates to teach a specific format such as Spinning, Kettlebell or Barre classes.
Once a certification is earned, candidates are considered certified professionals. Once certified, accredited organizations require professionals to earn CECs to maintain both their competency and certification, and to help the professional advance their career.
Continuing education courses can be related to anything within the scope of practice for the professional, however CECs are typically awarded only to courses the certifying organization has recognized as meeting established criteria. CEC courses are a great way to expand your knowledge around a given topic. Each organization has a different CEC requirement and method for tracking your courses to maintain your certification.
But, if you do not attain the required amount of CECs in a specific time period, your accredited certification will expire and you will have to sit for the exam again. This lets you earn and accrue credits over time as you learn and develop your skills gradually and at a pace that's comfortable for you. You're also able to stay on top of new developments and changes in your profession. There are certain standards you have to meet to keep your certification.
On average, you will need to earn 50 CECs every 5 years, or you'll have to retake your certification exam. There are a number of ways you can earn your CECs. These include:. These modules typically come in the form of reading or watching a video on a specific topic. You're able to watch streaming presentations on topics related to sleep technology that you can access anytime, anywhere.
Subscribing to sleep medicine magazines and journals can help you earn CECs. Each year, there are a number of gatherings like these that aim to promote information and news in sleep medicine and technology. Many organizations at the state, regional, national, and local level host these types of events and offer CECs. Trainings are similar to online learning modules in that you can earn CECs as well as learn valuable skills with each training.
This depends on how you are earning your CECs. By taking a test after completing an online training module, you can earn one CEC. There are different ways to earn CECs, and the number of CECs earned are based on the amount of time spent completing the activity.
This alone makes AAST membership a bargain. It is important to know how many CECs you already have and how many you need to get. The best ways to keep track of your CECS are to:.
If you don't earn the required CECs in the 5-year period, you must re-take your certification exam. Sleep technologists are responsible for patient comfort, care, and safety.
Therefore, it's important for you as a sleep technologist to understand the patient's sleep disorder and other medical issues, including medications and new technology or treatment options.
AAST's mission is to promote sleep wellness and lead the sleep medicine and technology profession through resources, education, and advocacy. There are many benefits members enjoy with AAST including:. Want to get started earning your free CECs?
Become a member of AAST today! Become A Member Log In. Follow us on social media: Log in below to check the status of your membership, renew your dues, and more. CEC requirements will differ depending on the level of your license. If this is not done, you will have to retake the exam to be certified. Keep in mind that we are referring to Wastewater CECs.
This means that the seminar has been approved by the Municipal Certification Board.
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