CSEP Certification Practical Skill Review and Exams
To become CSEP certified, approved CSEP-CPT and CSEP-CEP candidates must successfully challenge a Theory Exam and Practical Exam. Practical Skill Review sessions offer candidates an opportunity to prepare to challenge the exams.
To register for a skills review or challenge the exams you must apply and receive confirmation that you are an approved candidate. Haven't applied yet? Learn more and apply to become a CSEP-CPT or a CSEP-CEP.
IMPORTANT: Only the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) provides access to its approved study and examination preparation materials. CSEP does not have an agreement with any third party to provide practice exams or study material, for example on the website Exam Prep Hero. Valid and appropriate exam preparation materials can be found on the CSEP website and via the CSEP candidate password-protected area on csep.ca.
Theory Exams
The CSEP-CPT and CSEP-CEP Theory Exams are hosted by Pearson VUE. Approved candidates can take the computer-based exam at one of Pearson VUEs100 test centre locations throughout Canada or through Pearson VUE’s secure online proctoring platform.
Approved candidates will receive email communication with instructions and a link to book their exams.
To schedule a Theory Exam you need to:
- Apply to be a CSEP-CPT or CSEP-CEP candidate
- Purchase a Theory Exam attempt by following the directions in your application approval email
- Special Exam Accommodations: Prior to scheduling your exam, candidates with diagnosed disabilities requiring special accommodations can contact memberships@csep.ca for more information.
- CSEP-CPT Candidates: You need to own the CSEP-PATH® Resource Manual and use the unique registration code from the manual when purchasing your exam attempt.
Theory Exam Sitting Fees
To successfully complete the Theory Exam candidates need to attain 70% or higher.
CSEP-CPT Theory Exam |
CSEP-CEP Theory Exam |
Application Fee: $50 + tax
(NEW) Application Fee + Theory Exam: $205 + tax
First exam sitting: $165 + tax
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Application Fee: $55 + tax
(NEW) Application Fee + Theory Exam: $250 + tax
First exam sitting: $205 + tax
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Second (and subsequent) exam sitting: $110 + tax |
Second (and subsequent) exam sitting: $150 + tax |
Upcoming Practical Skill Review and Practical Exams
NEW for CSEP-CPT Practical Exams:
CSEP-CPT Practical Exams are now being offered VIRTUALLY through Zoom with CSEP-CPT Instructor-Examiners, from the comfort of your home while respecting social distancing and the recommendations of the public health authorities. For more information on the format of these exams, approved candidates can read about what to expect on the pinned post in the CSEP Candidate workspace through their account on portal.csep.ca.
Where allowed and respecting public health restrictions, CSEP-CPT Practical Exams are being offered in-person once again. Given that the phase of re-opening varies across the country from
province to province, and even within provinces, in-person exams may not
be approved in all areas and therefore availability of in-person events may be limited. Any in-person events will be listed below under In-Person opportunities by province.
CSEP-CEP Practical Exams:
Where allowed and respecting public health restrictions, CSEP-CEP Practical Exams are being offered IN-PERSON. Given that the phase of re-opening varies across the country from
province to province, and even within provinces, in-person exams may not
be approved in all areas and therefore availability of in-person events may be limited. Any in-person events
will be listed below under In-Person opportunities by province.
Only CSEP-CEP candidates who have successfully passed their CSEP-CEP theory exam are eligible to take the practical exam in the virtual format.
CSEP-CEP Practical Exam VIRTUAL opportunities are now available through Zoom with CSEP-CEP Instructor-Examiners, from the comfort of your home while respecting social distancing and the recommendations of the public health authorities. Individuals who are interested in taking advantage of the virtual exam opportunity MUST have an individual available within their allowed "bubble" to act as the 'client' during the exam. This is a limited time opportunity.
If you have any questions about this, please contact memberships@csep.ca.
You need to apply and be an approved candidate to register for a Practical Exam or Practical Skill Review session. As an approved candidate, you will receive the Candidate Newsletter featuring tips and upcoming certification event information.
Practical exams are run in various cities across Canada by CSEP Instructor-Examiners (IE) and scheduled in part based on candidate demand. Depending on your location, you may need to travel to complete an in-person Practical Exam. While practical skill review sessions are not a required step to becoming certified some practical exam events include a Skill Review session in their price.
CSEP-CPT Candidate Events
CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Skills Review Sessions and Virtual Practical Exams
NOTE: IF LISTED ALL EVENT TIMES ARE IN EASTERN STANDARD TIME. ON-GOING EVENT TIMES ARE BOOKED AFTER REGISTRATION DIRECTLY WITH THE CSEP INSTRUCTOR-EXAMINER
NOW OPEN - REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022 CERTIFICATION EVENTS!!!!
(REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON) CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Skills Review Session - April 17th, 2021 - Olga Labaj
Cost: $45 + tax
Registration Deadline: April 16th, 2021
Contact: Olga Labaj
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(REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON) CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Skills Review Session and Virtual Practical Exam - May 1st and May 2nd, 2021 - Donna Perry
Review Session/Exam Cost: $381.50 + tax
Registration Deadline: April 22nd, 2021
Contact: Donna Perry
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(SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE) CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Skills Review Session - May 15th, 2021 - Olga Labaj
Cost: $45 + tax
Registration Deadline: May 14th, 2021
Contact: Olga Labaj
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(SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE) CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Skills Review Session - June 12th, 2021 - Olga Labaj
Cost: $45 + tax
Registration Deadline: June 11th, 2021
Contact: Olga Labaj
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exams Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Kelly MacKenzie
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Kelly MacKenzie
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Kristal Anderson
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Kristal Anderson
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Kirstin Lane
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Kirstin Lane
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Skills Review Session - April 30th to May 7th, 2021 and Virtual Practical Exams - May 8th and May 9th, 2021 - Tracie Albisser
Exam Cost: $400 + tax
Contact: Tracie Albisser
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Hannah Connon
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Hannah Connon
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Jessica Power-Cyr
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Jessica Power-Cyr
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Alex Game
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Alex Game
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Andrea Marjerrison
Exam Cost: $50 + tax (RDC Students only), $200 + tax (Non-Students)
Contact: Andrea Marjerrison
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Heather Whelan
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Heather Whelan
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Bart Arnold
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Bart Arnold
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing (available in French) - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Michael Herbert
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Michael Herbert
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Olga Labaj
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Olga Labaj
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 (Saturdays only) - Zach Weston
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Zach Weston
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Krista Howarth (This virtual practical exam is open to students who have completed Kin 3L03 with Krista Howarth at McMaster University)
Exam Cost: $50 + tax
Contact: Krista Howarth
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Janna Wentzell
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Janna Wentzell
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CSEP-CPT Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Duane Button
Exam Cost: $200 + tax
Contact: Duane Button
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CSEP-CPT In-Person Practical Skills Review Sessions and In-Person Practical Exams
Alberta
(NEW) CSEP-CPT IN-PERSON Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to December 31st, 2021 - Calgary, AB - Hannah Connon
Exam Cost: $250 + tax
Contact: Hannah Connon
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Ontario
CSEP-CPT IN-PERSON Practical Exam - April 26th to April 28th, 2021 - Belleville, ON - Alicia Mutton
Exam Cost: $100 + tax
Contact: Alicia Mutton
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CSEP-CEP In-Person Practical Skills Review Sessions and In-Person Practical Exams
Alberta
CSEP-CEP IN-PERSON Practical Exam - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Calgary - Kathryn Wytsma-Fisher/Hannah Connon
Exam Cost: $500 + tax
Contact: Kathryn Wytsma-Fisher and Hannah Connon
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(NEW) CSEP-CEP IN-PERSON Practical Exam - April 7th, 2021 to December 31st, 2021 - Edmonton - Alex Game
Exam Cost: $550 + tax
Contact: Alex Game
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British Columbia
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Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Skills Review Sessions and Virtual Practical Exams
Only CSEP-CEP candidates who have successfully passed their CSEP-CEP theory exam are eligible to take the practical exam in the virtual format.
(NEW) CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Skills Review Session - Saturday, May 15th, 2021 - 12:00pm ET - Jennifer Roue
Cost: $45 + tax
Registration Deadline: May 14th, 2021
Contact: Jennifer Roue
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CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Exam Ongoing - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Jennifer Roue
Exam Cost: $400 + tax
Contact: Jennifer Roue
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CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Exam - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 (Saturdays Only) - Zach Weston
Exam Cost: $400 + tax
Contact: Zach Weston
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CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Exam - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Alex Game
Exam Cost: $400 + tax
Contact: Alex Game
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CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Exam - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Kirstin Lane
Exam Cost: $400 + tax
Contact: Kirstin Lane
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CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Exam - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Kathryn Wytsma-Fisher and Hannah Connon
Exam Cost: $400 + tax
Contact: Kathryn Wytsma-Fisher or Hannah Connon
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(NEW) CSEP-CEP Virtual Practical Exam (in French) - April 1st, 2021 to March 31st, 2022 - Danielle Bouchard
Exam Cost: $400 + tax
Contact: Danielle Bouchard
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Can I get a refund on Practical Skills Reviews, Practical Exams, or Theory Exams that I register for?
There is a no refund policy for the application fee, Practical Skills Review Sessions, Practical Exams, and Theory Exams.
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