Chapter 1: Role & Scope Of Trainer

Question 1

Define “scope of practice”

Answer 1

The range and limit of responsibilities normally associated with a specific job or profession

Question 2

Outline the ACE Personal Trainer’s Scope of Practice

Answer 2

1. Exercise Programming
   (development & implementation)
2. Conduct Health History Interviews
3. Administer Fitness Assessments
4. Referrals (when necessary)
5. Assist w/ GOAL SETTING & PLAN
6. EDUCATE clients about general fitness/health related topics
7. Empower Clients to ADHERE to an exercise program using guidance, support, motivation, relapse-prevention strategies, and effective feedback
8. Teach correct exercise methods & progression through demonstration, explanation, and proper cueing and spotting techniques
9. Document Clients Progress
10. Teach adherence/relapse strategies
11. Be prepared for emergency situations

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of professional certification programs?

Answer 3

To protect the public from harm

Question 4

Who gives accreditation to most allied health certification programs?

Answer 4

NCAA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies)

It’s a government backed agency

Question 5

At what point does a candidate for the ACE Personal Trainer Certificate agree to uphold the ACE Code of Conduct?

Answer 5

While registering for the ACE Certification Exam

Question 6

What dietary advice is a Trainer qualified to give to a client?

Answer 6

Anything MyPlate recommends for the client to “gain a better understanding of healthful foods to make better choices.”

Question 7

Certification Period Renewal Info

Answer 7

1. ACE Certification is valid for 2 years and expires on the last day of the month
2. To renew certification, you must have 20 hours of continuing education credits CECs
3. Must have current CPR & AED certs