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Get certifiedA Guide to Becoming an ACE-Certified Professional

American council on exercise®

A Message from Our President............................................................... 1

Accreditation ........................................................................................... 2

Certification: Personal Trainer ................................................................ 4

Certification: Advanced Health + Fitness Specialist .............................. 6

Certification: Group Fitness Instructor ................................................... 8

Certification: Lifestyle + Weight Management Consultant ................ 10

Specialty Certification: Peer Fitness Trainer ........................................ 12

The Exam: Getting Prepared................................................................. 14

Professional Benefits ............................................................................. 18

Continuing Education ........................................................................... 20

Public Outreach ..................................................................................... 22

Our Commitment to Customer Service + ACE Affiliations .................. 24

The ACE Advantage…A Message From Our President

I hope you join the many fitness professionals who have selected the American Council on Exercise®

(ACE®) as their path to a successful career in health and fitness. An ACE certification solidifies your

commitment to reach an industry-recognized standard, providing enhanced credibility and the

opportunity to educate, motivate, inspire and train others.

Because ACE-certified individuals have taken their professional development and personal

credibility a step further, they are among the most sought after professionals in the fitness industry.

With careful preparation, and successful passing of our NCCA-accredited certification exams,

you will be well on your way to launching a promising and rewarding career.

As one of the world’s largest certification, education and training organizations, we provide the

tools you need to build and sustain a strong future and enjoy the benefits of being an ACE-

certified, qualified and successful fitness professional. Our knowledgeable staff is here to serve

and guide you from the start of your career through being a seasoned-pro.

I personally invite you to join the thousands of fitness professionals worldwide that have taken

the initiative and given themselves a significant competitive advantage by becoming ACE certified.

Let ACE provide you the unparalleled education, knowledge and professional skills to guarantee

your career growth.

We look forward to having you in the family!

Scott Goudeseune

President

American Council on Exercise

did You Know…

ACE has earned the reputation of consumer advocate through university-based research targeting fitness products and trends. Some ACE spon-sored studies have prompted the Federal Trade Commission to take action against companies making false claims.

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Accreditation

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Accreditation = Credibility + Excellence + Reputation

In 2003, ACE’s four core certifications were accredited by the National Commission for Certifying

Agencies (NCCA). This serves as a benchmark for how organizations should conduct certification

programs and clearly distinguishes the excellence and value of an ACE certification.

The NCCA is an independent non-governmental agency that accredits certifications in a variety

of professions including nursing, dietetics, occupational therapy and athletic training. NCCA

reviews the certification organization’s procedures, protocols and operations, and determines

if the certification properly discriminates between those who are qualified and those who are

not qualified to be awarded the respective credential.

What does the NccA accreditation standard mean to you as a fitness professional? The International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) and Medical Fitness

Association (MFA) recommend that club owners and medical fitness facility operators only hire

fitness professionals with certifications from agencies accredited through the NCCA or an equiva-

lent accrediting organization. By upholding this standard, your ACE certification will provide you

a competitive advantage when being considered as a candidate for employment with a company

or organization that belongs to IHRSA or MFA.

ACE upholds the highest education, training and testing criteria and is in compliance with all

21 NCCA standards. Accreditation of a credentialing organization by the NCCA is the standard for

a large majority of well-respected allied healthcare professionals and other professions. By earning

an NCCA-accredited certification, fitness professionals demonstrate that they are qualified

to take a legitimate place in the healthcare continuum within their defined scope of practice.

This accredited certification is critical for an appropriate level of professional recognition and

respect, which will also positively impact compensation levels for fitness professionals.

For additional and detailed information on accreditation and NCCA, please visit our Web site

at www.acefitness.org/aboutace/accreditation.aspx.

did You Know…

Holding an NCCA-accredited certification communicates to employers and clients that you have achieved a recognized professional level of competency in your career.

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The American Council on Exercise’s acclaimed Personal Trainer Certification (ACE-CPT) is designed

for trainers providing one-on-one or small-group fitness instruction.

The decision to pursue professional certification is an important step in being recognized

as a competent practitioner in one’s discipline. Working as a personal trainer is one of the most

rewarding career choices for today’s fitness professional. By becoming ACE certified, you will

be better equipped to empower, motivate, challenge and retain your clients for the long term.

In addition, ACE-certified personal trainers are in high demand, which is just one more reason for

you to have a positive outlook regarding your future and the continued growth of your career.

The ACE® Personal Trainer Certification is continually evaluated and updated to ensure that

it includes the most current research in exercise science and keeps today’s fitness professionals

ahead of the competition. Upon successful completion of the ACE Personal Trainer Certification

Exam, you will have demonstrated your knowledge of risk factor screening, fitness assessment,

nutrition, exercise science, exercise programming and appropriate progressions, instructional and

spotting techniques, lifestyle modification and professional scope of practice.

The ACE Personal Trainer Certification Exam also includes a written simulation component, which

consists of two real-life client simulation problems that assess a candidate’s decision-making skills

in designing, implementing and modifying an exercise program.

For detailed information about ACE’s many courses and study preparation tools, please visit our

Web site at www.acefitness.org/getcertified.

Personal training is one of the fastest growing professions in the health and fitness industry.

exam Stats

The Personal Trainer Certification Exam is divided into the following subjects areas:

33% Program Design + Implementation 32% Client Interview + Assessment 27% Program Progression, Modification + Maintenance 8% Professional Role + Responsibilities

did You Know…

The influence of ACE-certified professionals cannot be under-estimated. Personal Trainers are asked for advice 4 to 9 times per week by active consumers.

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Certification: Personal Trainer

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Certification: Advanced Health + Fitness Specialist

The number of overweight and obese individuals in the U.S. continues to increase at a time

when our population is also getting older. Coupled with inactivity, poor dietary choices

and related health factors, the result is an ever-increasing number of individuals who are at risk

for or recovering from cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and a variety

of orthopedic issues. The advanced fitness professional plays a crucial role in the allied health-

care continuum by helping these individuals decrease risk factors and improve health and fitness

following rehabilitation.

The ACE Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist Certification (ACE-AHFS) provides fitness profess-

ionals with the opportunity to earn an advanced fitness certification that is unparalleled in the

industry. It’s the only accredited fitness certification with extensive programming for the most

common diseases and disorders seen on a daily basis by fitness professionals. According to recent

ACE studies and research, these frequently encountered health issues fall into one of the following

categories: cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic and musculoskeletal – all of which are the focus

of this certification. In addition, this credential addresses advanced programming for older adults,

youth and pre- and post-natal women; nutrition and business communication and strategy.

ACE introduced the Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist Certification to meet the growing

demands of clients and the advanced fitness professionals providing preventative and post-

rehabilitative fitness programs. Becoming an ACE-certified Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist

will give you the credentials to work with special populations, taking a leadership role in helping

them to improve their fitness levels and overall health. You can market your services directly

to fitness clubs, community health clinics, hospitals and senior facilities. This is an incredible

opportunity that has been largely ignored. The possibility for growth and professional recognition

are virtually untapped.


Web site at www.acefitness.org.

ACE® advanced health & fitness specialists provide in-depth preventative and post-rehabilitative fitness programming that addresses common diseases and disorders seen on a daily basis.

exam Stats

The Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist Certification Exam is divided into the following subjects areas:

40% Program Implementation + Management 26% Assessment 26% Program Design 8% Professional Responsibility

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The Group Fitness Instructor Certification Exam is divided into the following subjects areas:

49% Exercise Programming + Class Design 31% Group Instructional Methods 14% Group Leadership Methods 6% Professional Responsibilities

did You Know…

ACE has the only NCCA- accredited Group Fitness Instructor Certification available.

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The ACE® Group Fitness Instructor Certification (ACE-GFI) is designed for fitness professionals

teaching any form of exercise in a group setting. Passing the ACE Group Fitness Instructor

Certification Exam demonstrates you possess the foundation of knowledge and skills necessary

to teach a safe and effective group fitness class, no matter what type of modality. You also bring

your personal passion and enthusiasm for group exercise to everyone you help in their quest

to reach their personal health and fitness goals.

ACE-certified group fitness instructors are known to possess the highest standards of excellence

in today’s vast spectrum of professionalism in this category. More is expected of today’s group

fitness professional than ever before. As the fitness industry has evolved, traditional aerobics

has expanded to include an array of diverse group fitness programs. Understanding effective

communication, teaching techniques and motivational skills enables ACE-certified group fitness

instructors to successfully develop and implement safe and effective group exercise programs,

and engage their participants.

Group fitness instructors are in the perfect position to inspire and motivate others to change

their health and fitness-related behaviors through classes designed to deliver a spirit of creativity

and uniqueness. This certification demonstrates your understanding of anatomy, kinesiology,

exercise physiology and instructional techniques including class design, cueing and

injury prevention.


Web site at www.acefitness.org/getcertified.

Exercising in a group setting adds an unparalleled level of enthusiasm and motivation for all participants.

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Motivate

Certification: Group Fitness Instructor

Coach

Certification: Lifestyle + Weight Management Consultant

Join the wellness revolution.

Your clients want to lose weight. They come to you for help. The ACE® Lifestyle & Weight

Management Consultant Certification (ACE-LWMC) demonstrates to your clients that you have

the knowledge to develop sound, balanced weight-management programs that bring together

the three critical components of long-term weight management success: nutrition, exercise and

lifestyle change.

Many of your clients have health, lifestyle and fitness barriers to overcome. As an ACE-certified

Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant, you will be able to identify those barriers and design

plans to overcome them. You will learn to assess your clients’ body composition and unique train-

ing needs. By recognizing what motivates them, you can identify how to effectively communicate

your advice and determine the best way to help them safely achieve their goals.

The rate of obesity in the United States has increased from 15 percent in 1980 to 30 percent in 2005.

Today, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. population is considered overweight or obese. This puts many

Americans at increased risk for diabetes, heart disease, certain types of cancer and osteoarthritis.

It’s not all bad news — an estimated 10 to 15 million Americans are taking action to live longer,

healthier and more energetic lives. Some have labeled it a wellness revolution. After all, these

health-conscious Americans spend billions of dollars each year on supplements, weight-loss

products, health club memberships and personal training sessions, all in the pursuit of better

health and fitness. They need expert guidance to help them make sound decisions about diet

and exercise, and adopt new habits to ensure long-term success. ACE plays a vital role in this

overall approach by offering its exceptional Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant

Certification Program.

Developed by leading industry experts, the ACE Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant

Certification highlights the essential relationship between physical activity and nutrition,

and illustrates how permanent weight loss is most effectively brought about through a change

in lifestyle. Topics range from the psychological aspects of weight management, behavioral

change, the physiology of obesity, techniques for lifestyle coaching and the interaction between

exercise and nutrition in weight control.



exam Stats

The ACE Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant Certification Exam is divided into the following subject areas:

34% Program Development + Implementation 30% Client Assessment 29% Program Modification + Adherence 7% Professional Responsibility

did You Know…

Many savvy employers now offer lifestyle and weight management benefits and assistance to their employees. When you become an ACE-certified Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant, you will dramatically enhance your qualifications and increase your appeal to employers offering this invaluable employee benefit.

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Improving the wellness and fitness of fire fighters is critical to keeping them safe.

The job of fighting fires and responding to emergency situations is one of the most dangerous and

physically demanding professions. To help improve the safety, performance and quality of life of

uniformed personnel in the fire service, the Peer Fitness Trainer (PFT) Certification was developed

by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), International Association of Fire Chiefs

(IAFC) and the American Council on Exercise®.

Throughout the United States and Canada, the PFT Certification identifies fire fighters that have

demonstrated a certain level of knowledge and skill required to design and implement fitness

programs, improve the wellness and fitness of their departments and assist with the physical

training of recruits during the physically challenging entry tests. The role of a Peer Fitness Trainer

differs from a Personal Trainer since fire service personnel have very specific needs and an extreme

work environment well beyond what the average exerciser will ever face.

As a Peer Fitness Trainer, you are responsible for knowing and applying a significant amount

of information. Your challenge is to use this to safely and effectively train your fellow fire fighters

and help them achieve the results they need for a long and healthy career in the fire service.

To sit for the exam, you must be a fire fighter, Emergency Medical Service (EMS) provider

or employed by a fire department and involved in a fitness trainer program. In addition,

cand idates must possess a valid CPR certificate by the day of the exam.

For full details on the Peer Fitness Trainer Certification including available study materials and

instructions on how to register for the exam, visit www.acefitness.org.

did You Know…

By registering for the exam you will receive both the ACE Personal Trainer Manual and Peer Fitness Trainer Reference Manual. For additional training in exercise science and to help prepare for the exam, a five-day workshop is also available.

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Specialty Certification: Peer Fitness Trainer

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The Exam:Getting Prepared

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Preparation is key. ACE recommends that you allocate 3 to 6 months to study for your exam.

We recommend that you allocate approximately three to six months to study for the exam,

depending on your professional background, education and experience. With candidates coming

from a broad range of backgrounds, it’s important to plan out a study strategy that can increase

your chances of success on the certification exam.

To assist you in finding available study materials and tailoring an exam-preparation program

to your learning style, we provide a convenient tool on the ACE website. For more information,

visit www.acefitness.org/getcertified.

Weeks 1-15

Self-study program

Sign-up for FREE Study Coach Program

Sample certification timeline (Personal trainer)

Weeks 16-20

Schedule + take ACE exam review course

Weeks 18-20

Take Online Diagnostic Practice Test

Weeks 20-24

Schedule + take ACE certification exam

Weeks 24+

Register for the next available ACE practical training program

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did You Know…

The Online Diagnostic Practice Test enables you to view the questions you missed and immediately gives you reference pages in the manuals to reinforce your studies.

To help candidates prepare for the exam, ACE has developed the following study assistance programs and materials.

Study coach ProgramThis free assistance program keeps you on track with your studies through a convenient weekly

email guiding you through the manual and our recommended approach to exam preparation.

Offered in both 12 and 20-week formats you’ll find one that easily fits your study timeline.

Ace certification ManualsThe ACE certification manuals provide fitness professionals with the most comprehensive resources

covering the latest research findings and industry guidelines in the field of health and fitness.

These highly regarded texts are not only valuable study tools for the ACE certification exams,

but also excellent resources you can reference throughout your career.

Online diagnostic Practice testsAvailable for all four of ACE’s core certifications, these online practice tests use questions that

are similar to those found on the actual exam, giving you an idea of the testing format and what

you can expect come exam day. The online-only format is interactive and provides immediate

feedback through annotated explanations. In addition, it gives you reference pages in the study

materials to reinforce your learning. We recommend taking this approximately two weeks prior

to sitting for the ACE exam.

Home Study Programs + Bundled Study MaterialsTo help you prepare for the exam, we offer comprehensive sets of ACE study materials all in one

convenient package. Organized to walk you through your studies and prepare you for lifelong

success in fitness, these bundled study programs are offered at different levels. Choose the one

that best fits your learning style, experience and budget.

exam review courseThis course has long been a popular and effective way to study for the ACE exam. The live

workshop is a great opportunity to interact with an ACE Master Practical Trainer and other exam

candidates to clarify areas of confusion or concern. You will review key topic areas from the exam

content outline and test-taking strategies. For those not able to attend the live event, this course

is also offered online at www.acefitness.org.

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exam day: What to expectThe certification exam is designed to assess a candidate’s ability to make safe and effective

decisions within the professional scope of practice for the certification. Your performance will

be influenced by your preparation, education, knowledge and experience, as well as your ability

to take a multiple choice exam. In addition, the ACE Personal Trainer Certification Exam also

includes a practical component, with two written client simulations.

You have two options for taking the exam — live pencil and paper exams or Computer-based

Testing. Live exams are traditional pencil and paper exams administered at over 80 locations,

at least four times a year. Computer-based Testing (CBT) is a more convenient method, enabling

you to take the exam at one of numerous testing facilities throughout the year, rather than on

a limited schedule. With CBT, you receive your test results immediately; whereas, with traditional

pencil and paper exams test results typically take four to six weeks.

For more information on what to expect including exam content areas, testing format and scoring

visit www.acefitness.org/getcertified.

exam requirementsFor all ACE Exams:

• You must be at least 18 years of age.

• You must hold an adult CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) certificate.

You may sit for the live pencil and paper exam without proof of CPR; however, you will not receive

your results until you provide current CPR information. Candidates taking Computer-based

Testing, however, must hold a current CPR certificate prior to registration. View a list of accepted

CPR certificates at www.acefitness.org.

To sit for the ACE Lifestyle & Weight Management Consultant Certification Exam, in addition

to the above requirements you must hold a current ACE Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor

or Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist Certification; or an NCCA-accredited fitness certification;

or hold a four-year (bachelor’s) degree in exercise science or a related field. Registrants holding

degrees in nutrition or nursing must submit documentation supporting completion of exercise

science-related coursework at the time of registration.

To sit for the ACE Advanced Health & Specialist Certification Exam, in addition to the above

requirements you must have completed 300-hours of work experience designing and

implementing exercise programs for apparently healthy individuals and/or high-risk individuals,

as documented by a qualified professional. You must also have a four-year (bachelor’s) degree

in an exercise science or related field; or a current ACE Personal Trainer or Lifestyle & Weight

Management Certification; or an NCCA-accredited fitness certification. Registrants must submit

documentation that they meet the pre-requisites at the time of registration.

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Professional Benefits

Support

did You Know…

ACE-certified professionals enjoy the most comprehensive support system from one of the world’s largest nonprofit certifiers of fitness professionals. For details on ACE’s benefits, please visit us online at www.acefitness.org/getcertified.

ACE-certified professionals have access to a variety of valuable benefits.

Ace resource centerYour personal reference desk and library. Get answers on industry trends from highly qualified

fitness professionals with access to 90 journals, 1,500 books and several databases of information.

insurance center Exclusive access to discounted liability, studio and health insurance. Your one-stop shop!

SPOrtdiscus More than 400 full text exercise science and sports medicine journals dating back to 1985.

Business Basics A series of printable step-by-step, easy-to-understand templates, instructional guides and tools

developed to increase your business skills.

Professional discount Program Discounts and special offers on fitness apparel, educational programs, products and more.

Ace Apparel + Business cardsSport a professional and polished appearance with the official ACE-certified Professional logo.

GymJOB.com The health, fitness, recreation and sports industries’ premier Web site for a diverse array

of employment opportunities. Use it to launch your next career move.

find an Ace ProOur searchable online database puts you in front of thousands of consumers each month.

Ace trainer ProgramBuild your client and revenue base with virtually no marketing on your part!

focus Groups & Surveys From ACE decision-makers to the media, we rely on ACE professionals for valuable feedback.

Grassroots Advocacy Take action, monitor legislative issues, voice your views and speak to elected officials via

ACE’s online Legislative Action Center.

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At the American Council on Exercise,® we strive to be your partner throughout the life of your career.

ACE continuing education programs provide the tools fitness professionals need to design

and implement safe and effective exercise programs, giving them the credibility and “professional

edge” needed with today’s savvy consumer. ACE-certified professionals who engage in continuing

education advance their knowledge and enhance the value they offer to clients, leading to greater

career success.

ACE is committed to providing you with ongoing value through superior continuing education

products and courseware. ACE continuing education courses, exercise science research and

practical training workshops are available to current and prospective certified professionals

through the ACE Academy. Staffed with leading fitness educators throughout the world,

we provide you with numerous opportunities to enhance professional skills and maintain your

credentials. (Your ACE certification is valid for two years from the date of successful completion

of the exam.)

Currently, ACE has approved more than 3,000 continuing education courses available in a variety

of formats to meet the ever-changing needs of today’s fitness professional.

At HomeOnline Learning: Online learning is one of the most popular and streamlined learning vehicles

available today. Fitness professionals receive valuable education from leading industry experts

over the Internet, saving travel expenses and lost work time.

Mixed-Media (Book/DVD): Offering the same convenience and flexibility as online learning, this

type of course involves a combination of formats including books, videos and online education.

in classWorkshops: Taught throughout the country by ACE faculty, ACE workshops help fitness

professionals develop their core knowledge in a hands-on setting. Examples include the Personal

Trainer Practical Training, Functional Training, Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED, ACE Fitness

Symposium and the lecture-based Personal Trainer Exam Review.

College Courses: Fitness professionals can obtain continuing education credits by successfully

completing (i.e., receiving a passing grade of “C” or higher) approved courses through an accredited

college or university. ACE will approve courses that advance fitness professional careers or provide

education within the scope of the certification.

Additional Ace certifications Passing a second ACE certification exam allows fitness professionals to earn all the continuing

education credits needed to renew their current certification. This expands an individual’s scope

of practice and professional credentials, enabling them to broaden the range of clients they serve.

Visit www.acefitness.org/continuingeducation to browse through the many

ACE-approved continuing education programs available to you today.

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Continuing Education

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WhySelect ACE?

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Public Outreach

The influence of the American Council on Exercise® expands beyond the fitness industry.

Because of our many collaborative relationships and outreach campaigns, ACE® continues to be the

voice of fitness. Examples include our programs with the American Heart Association and AARP,

youth and media outreach efforts and grassroots advocacy.

Ace and the American Heart AssociationAs a fitness professional, you never know when you may be called upon to step in during

a life-threatening event. With this in mind, ACE has joined with the American Heart Association

to design a course enabling you to create a safer fitness environment, satisfy OSHA guidelines

and learn the personally invaluable skills to save a life.

The eight-hour Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and AED Training Course, offered by ACE and

endorsed by the American Heart Association, teaches rescuers to effectively recognize and treat

adult emergencies in the critical first minutes until emergency medical services personnel arrive,

and how to properly and effectively use an automated external defibrillator (AED).

New treatments have improved the possibility of survival from cardiovascular emergencies

in a fitness setting, particularly with early intervention and greater public access to defibrillators.

ACE and the American Heart Association strongly advocate that all fitness facilities be equipped

with an AED and have staff trained in the proper use of this life-saving device.

For more information and course listings, visit our Web site at www.acefitness.org/calendar.

Ace and AArPAARP is the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and

over in the United States. With shared missions, both ACE and AARP are interested in providing

a service to a population that has been greatly underserved by the fitness industry and who have

the means, motivation and desire to enhance their quality of life through physical activity.

As a result, ACE teamed with AARP as the provider of personal training services under a fitness

program for AARP members. Focused on prevention, this program provides information, resources

and services to help AARP’s more than 39 million members lead active, healthier lifestyles.

As an ACE-certified Professional, this is an opportunity to expand your client base and income

potential, and share your passion and knowledge with America’s fastest growing population

segment – individuals who are redefining our expectations on age, vitality and life. For more

information and to enroll, visit www.acefitness.org/aarp.

did You Know…

Today, the 50+ market makes up 35% of the U.S. population and controls 75% of the nation’s wealth.

WhySelect ACE?

Youth OutreachThe news media continues to shine a spotlight on the startling fact that approximately 16 percent

of children and teens, ages 6-19 years, are overweight. The percentage of young people who are

overweight – over 9 million – has more than tripled since 1980.

In addition, researchers have found that lowered self-esteem is associated with being overweight

in girls as young as five, while children and adolescents who are overweight by the age of eight

are 80 percent more likely to become overweight or obese adults.

Dedicated to promoting safe, effective physical activity programs to help get kids moving, ACE®

offers the Operation FitKids® curriculum designed for educators looking to integrate health and

fitness into classroom learning. The seven-lesson module was developed for grades 3-5 to teach

them the extreme dangers of being overweight and the importance of a healthy and active

lifestyle. For more detailed information please visit our web site at www.acefitness.org.

Media OutreachThrough more than 450 million media impressions per year, ACE advocates the benefits of safe

and effective exercise by continually educating the public and fitness professionals on all relevant

updates in the fitness industry related to trends, products, personnel, studies and consumer

advice. For updated news from the American Council on Exercise, visit the Media Center on our


Grassroots AdvocacyIn a position to affect national and state initiatives that promote more active lifestyles for all

Americans, ACE is mobilizing its base of more than 40,000 professionals to work to pass laws that

will help affect societal changes toward a more fit America. ACE has instituted powerful tools that

allow our professionals to take action, monitor legislative issues that affect them, easily voice their

opinions and speak to their elected officials on important issues via the ACE Web site. The initiative

is focused on establishing and enhancing an influential, powerful and unified political voice

for the fitness industry while strengthening ACE’s commitment to public outreach and increasing

the number of ACE-certified fitness professionals who actively participate in grassroots advocacy.

did You Know…

Participation in physical activity declines as children get older – 69% of 9th graders participate in vigorous physical activity on a regular basis, while only 55% of 12th graders participate in the same level of activity.

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Our Commitment to Customer ServiceWe are here for you! Contact ACE® by visiting our Web site, calling our customer service department

or visiting us in person.

Web Sitewww.acefitness.org

customer Service800.825.3636 Ext. 782. Hours of Operation are M-F from 7am to 5pm, PST.

Professional Services• 4851 Paramount Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

• Visit ACE in person between the hours of 2pm to 4pm, PST

• 800.825.3636 Ext. 781

Can’t find what you’re looking for, or need assistance in determining what educational track

is best for you? Please visit us at www.acefitness.org or contact our customer service team

at [email protected] or by calling 800.825.3636 Ext. 782.

ACE AffiliationsACE is proud to be affiliated with the following community organizations, with which we share

a joint vision to increase the awareness and need to promote a life of optimal health and fitness.

Our other valued partnerships include Bank of America, Dynamix Music, FitnessPak, Homeland,

K-Swiss, SecureCare, InsureYourClub.com, MyExercisePlan.com, SPRI and YogaFit.

Health

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ACE Code of Ethics

As an ACE-certified Professional, I am guided by the American Council on Exercise’s principles

of professional conduct whether I am working with clients, the public or other health and fitness

professionals. I promise to:

• Provide safe and effective instruction.

• Provide equal and fair treatment to all clients.

• Stay up-to-date on the latest health and fitness research and understand its practical application.

• Maintain current CPR certification and knowledge of first-aid services.

• Comply with all applicable business, employment and intellectual property laws.

• Uphold and enhance public appreciation and trust for the health and fitness industry.

• Maintain the confidentiality of all client information.

• Refer clients to more qualified health or medical professionals when appropriate.

• Establish and maintain clear professional boundaries.

Our Mission

The American Council on Exercise® is a nonprofit organization committed to enriching the quality

of life through safe and effective physical activity. As your authority on fitness, ACE protects all

segments of society against ineffective fitness products, programs and trends through its on-going

public education, outreach and research. ACE further protects the public by setting certification

and continuing education standards for fitness professionals.

Your Authority on fitness

Headquarters

4851 Paramount Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

Phone: 858.279.8227 | Toll Free: 800.825.3636 | Fax: 858.279.8064

www.acefitness.org

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