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About ACSM

Representing 70 sports medicine professions, and with more than 50,000 members and certified professionals from 90 countries, the American College of Sports Medicine_® (ACSM) helps people worldwide live longer, healthier lives.

Our Mission

ACSM advances and integrates scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.

Membership

Members of ACSM form the world’s largest and most influential sports medicine and exercise science community.

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Certification

Find out which certification is right for you, how you can achieve it and how ACSM will support you every step of the way.

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Education & Resources

ACSM publishes five peer-reviewed journals covering a wide range of disciplines and publishes more than 50 books and related digital content.

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Meetings & Events

Expand your career horizons and connect with your peers. ACSM's summit, annual meeting and myriad other events.

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Foundation

The ACSM Foundation receives, administers and distributes over $100,000 annually to members in support of education, travel and scientific research.

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Strategic Initiatives

Exercise is Medicine

Exercise is Medicine® (EIM), an ACSM-managed global health initiative, encourages primary care physicians and other health care providers to include physical activity when designing treatment plans and to refer patients to evidence-based exercise programs and qualified exercise professionals.

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ACSM American Fitness Index

Each year, the ACSM American Fitness Index® (Fitness Index) ranks the 100 largest cities in the United States on a composite of health behaviors, chronic diseases and community infrastructure. The Fitness Index celebrates healthy, active lifestyles and encourages city leaders to update policies and systems to make it easier for people to live well.

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National Youth Sports Health & Safety Institute

The National Youth Sports Health & Safety Institute (NYSHSI) is the leading advocate for promoting and communicating the latest research and evidence-based education, recommendations and policy to improve the experience, development, health and safety of youth sports.
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ACSM Statements

View ACSM News Releases.

The American College of Sports Medicine Statement on Mental Health Challenges for Athletes

Aug. 9, 2021
The American College of Sports Medicine Releases Statement on Violence against People of Asian Descent

March 30, 2021
ACSM Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine

Jan. 27, 2021
The American College of Sports Medicine Releases Official Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

June 9, 2020

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FAQ

Is ACSM a university? How do I apply?

ACSM doesn’t have a campus or student body, and you can’t get a degree from ACSM. Our organization is a college in the sense that ACSM members and certified sports medicine and exercise science professionals form a community that shares a common purpose — advancing health through science, education and medicine.
Who are ACSM's members?

Our membership can be broken down into four primary categories: students, alliance of health & fitness professionals, professionals (faculty, researchers and physicians) and professionals in training. Members work and study in a variety of disciplines across the fields of exercise science and sports medicine.

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How can I get involved with ACSM?

Become an ACSM member! Members serve on committees, contribute to ACSM publications and run for leadership positions.
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Can I post a job on your website?

Absolutely! Reach qualified candidates by posting an employment ad on the ACSM Career Center.
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Who is the president of ACSM?

Visit the ACSM Leadership page.
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Can I rent your membership list?

ACSM’s list rentals are managed through MGI Lists. Our sales representative, Candy Brecht, (703-706-0383 or CBrecht@mgilists.com) can provide you with options and pricing. You can also visit www.mgilists.com for more information.

ACSM Leadership

Learn about ACSM’s elected leadership and staff.

Partner with ACSM

Check out corporate partner and sponsorship opportunities.

Advocacy Efforts

ACSM works for positive change in the health, fitness and medicine industries.

Historical Archive

Discover ACSM’s history.

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ACSM's Strategic Fundamentals

True North Statements + Operating Objectives

Stewardship

True North
Ensure the lasting impact and influence of ACSM through financial stewardship, social responsibility and scientific integrity.

Operating Objective
Maintain an efficient, nimble, and fiscally disciplined organization that promotes staff accountability, empowerment, teamwork, and a growth mindset.
Science and Research

True North
Promote, support and disseminate transformative research. Train, mentor and nurture new and diverse group of investigators to shape the direction of sports medicine and exercise science.

Operating Objectives

Increase and enhance research funding opportunities for ACSM members.

Provide a platform for ACSM members to create and disseminate evidence-based resources to continually address the needs of current and future investigators.
Membership and Certification

True North
Create high value member experiences to drive loyalty with existing members and recruit new members.

Operating Objectives

Use data to effectively evaluate, assess, refine and promote programs, services and education to improve and enhance the overall ACSM certified experience.

Use data to continually evaluate, assess, refine and promote ACSM member benefits, value and programs to meet the varied needs of members, potential members and customers.
Education

True North
Provide highest quality and value education when, where and how stakeholders want it.

Operating Objective
Develop a comprehensive business plan for ACSM’s education portfolio and prioritize based on member needs.
Medicine

True North
Provide an indispensable community of learning, practice and discovery for all healthcare providers to improve individual and population health.

Operating Objective
Create, enhance and improve engagement and recruitment of ACSM clinician members and nonmembers by addressing market needs and member feedback.
Advocacy

True North
Provide innovative and diverse opportunities to engage, promote, and advocate for the professional interests of our members and certified professionals, as well as for individual and public health.

Operating Objective
Impact legislation by empowering ACSM members to become advocates at the local, state and federal levels.
Integration

True North
Create opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration and partnerships; and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are valued.

Operating Objective
Develop strategic partnerships to further enhance ACSM's offerings.