ACSM is pleased to announce a collaboration with the National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) to offer a specialty certification. This certification is an industry-first for professionals working in the health and fitness field, specifically to work with individuals with disabilities.

There are 50 million people (approximately 20%) in the United States that have reported some type of disability. ACSM professionals have the potential to make a significant contribution by earning the specialty certification to safely and effectively work with people with disabilities.

ACSM and NCPAD are performing BETA testing in preparation for a live exam. BETA testing begins Monday, October 1, 2007 with a final testing date of Monday, November 12th.

The BETA exam is offered through Authorized Pearson VUE� Testing Centers. Individuals interested in BETA testing must meet the eligibility requirements to participate. The cost of the BETA exam is $99USD and is a voucher-only exam. Individuals who would like to participate must request a voucher through the ACSM National Office by calling 317-637-9200 ext 115 or e-mailing certification@acsm.org. Once the candidate has confirmed eligibility and received the voucher, he/she can register on-line at http://www.pearsonvue.com/or by calling (888)-883-2276.

Registration begins on Monday, September 24th.