| Section | Covers |
|---|---|
| Scientific Foundations | Exercise science (anatomy, physiology, biomechanics) and nutrition |
| Practical/Applied | Exercise technique, program design, organization and administration, testing and evaluation |
USA CSCS Exam: Quick Facts
- Offered by
- NSCA
- Sections
- Scientific + Practical/Applied
- Time
- 4 hours total
- Passing
- 70 (scaled) per section
- Cost
- $340 member / $475 non-member
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