Question 1

How many ACSM-ACS-CES practice questions are there?

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49 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free ACSM-ACS-CES sample questions?

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Yes. 8 sample questions are free; 4 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

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Every ACSM-ACS-CES question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does ACSM-ACS-CES cover?

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Cancer Biology, Epidemiology, Classification, and Screening (12%), Cancer Treatments and Procedures (15%), Treatment Side Effects and Toxicities (18%), Evidence Base for Exercise in Cancer (15%), Client Screening, Assessment, and Risk Stratification (18%), Behavior Change and Motivation (10%), Practical Programming and Communication (12%).

Question 5

What is the ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist certification?

Accepted Answer

The ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist is an educational certificate (not a standalone certification exam) developed by the American College of Sports Medicine in partnership with the American Cancer Society and CanRehab. It replaces the former ACSM Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer (CET) certification, which was sunsetted. The program consists of 12 online video modules covering cancer biology, treatments, side effects, exercise prescription, and client communication, culminating in a…

Question 6

How much does the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist course cost?

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The ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist Course costs $559 for ACSM members and $749 for non-members. The course includes 12 modules of video content, resource guides, 12 case studies, interactive quizzes, and the final summative exam. Learners have 1 year (365 days) of access to the course content from the date of purchase.

Question 7

What is the passing score for the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist exam?

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The passing score for the ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist final exam is 550 on a scale of 200 to 800. The exam consists of 60 multiple-choice questions. If you do not pass, the course offers unlimited retakes.

Question 8

What are the prerequisites for the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist course?

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There are no strict prerequisite requirements for the ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist Course. However, ACSM highly recommends having a bachelor's degree in exercise science or a related field. The course is designed for certified fitness professionals (particularly those with ACSM-EP or ACSM-CEP certifications) and allied health professionals including physical therapists, nurses, and physicians who work with cancer patients.

Question 9

Is the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist the same as the old CET certification?

Accepted Answer

No. The ACSM Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer (CET) certification has been sunsetted. It was replaced by the ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist Course, which is an educational certificate rather than a certification. The new program is a revised and expanded version developed in partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS) and CanRehab, offering more comprehensive content across 12 modules with 21 Continuing Education Credits (CECs).

Question 10

How many CECs does the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist course provide?

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The ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist Course provides 21 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) upon successful completion. These CECs can be applied toward maintaining ACSM certifications such as ACSM-EP (Exercise Physiologist), ACSM-CEP (Clinical Exercise Physiologist), and other ACSM credentials.

Question 11

What topics does the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist course cover?

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The course covers 12 modules spanning: cancer biology and epidemiology, cancer classification and screening, surgical treatments, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormonal treatment, immunotherapy and targeted therapies, acute and chronic treatment side effects, evidence for exercise benefits in cancer, client screening and risk stratification, fitness assessment, exercise prescription, behavior change techniques, and practical programming and communication for working with cancer patients and…

Question 12

Can I take the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist course online?

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Yes, the ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist Course is delivered entirely online through the PathLMS platform. It is self-paced, consisting of 12 modules with short video presentations by subject matter experts, interactive quizzes, 12 real-life case studies, and a final 60-question summative exam. You have 365 days from the date of purchase to complete the course.

Question 13

What book should I study for the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist course?

Accepted Answer

The recommended textbook is 'ACSM's Essentials of Exercise Oncology' (ISBN: 9781975167431), published in 2024 by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. This book was developed by the same authors who created the course and covers cancer epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and exercise prescription. Additionally, the 12th edition of 'ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription' (2024) is recommended as a supplementary reference.

Question 14

Who should take the ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist course?

Accepted Answer

The course is designed for healthcare and fitness practitioners who want to provide safe, effective, and individualized exercise programs to anyone living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis. This includes certified personal trainers, exercise physiologists, clinical exercise physiologists, physical therapists, rehabilitation therapists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, and physician assistants who work with cancer patients. With approximately 18 million cancer survivors in the U.S.,…

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01Exam format60 · 550 on a 200-800 scale4

02RegistrationOnline (Self-Paced via PathLMS)3

03ValidityNo expiration (educational certificate)2

04In our question bankv1 (49)

What ACSM-ACS-CES covers

01Cancer Biology, Epidemiology, Classification, and Screening12%2 topics

1.1Cancer Biology FundamentalsUnderstand the biological mechanisms underlying cancer development and progression4 obj.

1.2Cancer EpidemiologyUnderstand the epidemiology of the most common cancers4 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesInterpreting cancer diagnoses for exercise planning · Confusing cancer stage with cancer grade

02Cancer Treatments and Procedures15%5 topics

03Treatment Side Effects and Toxicities18%3 topics

04Evidence Base for Exercise in Cancer15%3 topics

05Client Screening, Assessment, and Risk Stratification18%4 topics

06Behavior Change and Motivation10%2 topics

07Practical Programming and Communication12%2 topics