Program of the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP). Under the authority of the Ontario Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (OASES).

The objective of this certification is to recognize the qualifications of physical activity, fitness and lifestyle professionals who have advanced training in exercise sciences. Such an individual is regarded as a competent and autonomous appraiser, qualified to work without supervision and to use recognized sub-maximal and/or maximal testing protocols as well as to interpret and use results as the basis for developing a personalized fitness program.

Students who have successfully completed the required courses (see above) and who have passed a written examination from the CSEP will be eligible to register as a PFLC under the authority of the Ontario Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences, provided they have also met the required prerequisites listed above.

Prerequisites: 1. A Baccalaureate of Science Honours Human Kinetics. 2. Current CPR level C and first-aid certification. 3. Completion of a FACA-sanctioned apprenticeship or workshop in fitness appraisal and exercise prescription (60 hours at the student's expense). 4. Fulfillment of certification requirements annually (see OASES Guidelines). The written exam will be offered at the end of the fourth year of university studies. All students must pre-register and pre-pay for the examination

Further information may be obtained from the academic secretariat of the School of Human Kinetics or from the Ontario Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences, 75 Broadway, Suite 201, Orangeville, Ontario, L9W 1K1.