Due to the ever-changing nature of the exercise field with evolving knowledge and practices, the certification board mandates FAE professionals to commit to lifelong learning. This includes earning 10 CEUs (20 hours) every two years, maintaining current CPR certification, and adhering to professional ethics requirements.
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WHAT ARE CEUs?
Continuing Education involves participating in educational programs that enhance your knowledge, skills, or abilities relevant to your professional practice. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) quantify this educational contact time. Typically, for home study and seminar-based courses, 1 CEU corresponds to two hours of learning (0.5 CEUs per educational hour).
| FAE Certification Renewal – 10 CEUs required | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPR (required) | 3 CEUs | Any recognized organization offering CPR certification is accepted. |
| Ethics and Professional Practice (required) | 2 CEU | Ethical workplace behavior, professional business practices, scope of practice, and sexual harassment policies etc. |
| General CEUs (Explore Relvant Subject Areas Below) | 5 CEUs | Workshops, self-study, symposiums, and other events |
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RENEWING ONE OR MULTIPLE FAE CERTIFICATIONS
The recertification requirement for renewing multiple FAE credentials is ten (10) CEUs every two-year reporting cycle. All CEUs applied towards recertification MUST be earned within the latest two-year period of active credential status.
| One FAE Credential Renewal ( ex. ICPT or GFI): | 100 euros |
| Two or More FAE Credential Renewals ( ICPT and GFI): | 150 euros |
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RELEVANT SUBJECT AREAS
- Anatomy
- Biomechanics
- Health Promotion
- Exercise Physiology
- Kinesiology
- Screening
- Testing and Assessment
- Nutritional Sciences
- Weight Management Strategies
- Exercise Prescription and Programming
- Training Instruction (e.g. Kettlebell, Suspension Training, etc.)
- Sport Specific Training
- Flexibility Programming
- Training Considerations for Special Populations
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Small group instruction
- Business Practice and Management
- Injury Prevention
- College and University Courses
- Personal Development
*Professionals completing coursework in unlisted categories can contact the FAE for qualification verification.
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HOW TO SEND
FAE Recertification Applications are typically processed on a first-come, first-served basis, with most applications completed within 1-2 business days. However, applications requiring additional review by a committee or board may take longer. For mailed applications, the postmark date serves as the official receipt date and is considered for any expiring credentials.
FAE CERTIFICATION RENEWAL
RECERTIFY IN 3 SIMPLE STEPS
Renew your FAE certification with ease! Complete 10 CEUs (20 hours) of continuing education within two years, ensuring your CPR certification and professional ethics requirements are current.
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Read the recertification requirements carefully
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Review Your CE Credits:
(Ensure you've earned the required 10 CEUs for recertification by reviewing your coursework)
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