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Youth Fitness Specialist Certification

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Description

Becoming an ACE Youth Fitness Specialist goes beyond personal gains. You will be able to help parents, youth sports coaches and other professionals in fitness, health care, recreation or education gain the knowledge and skills they need to create customized and organized fitness programs for children and teens.

Certifying Organization

American Council on Exercise

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 2 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Duration
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App fee
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Tuition
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Suggested because Youth Fitness Specialist Certification applies to Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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