How to Study for the CSCS Exam Practical Applied Section

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What is the NSCA CSCS?
The CSCS stands for Strength and Conditioning Specialist. This is a certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association that demonstrates a high level of knowledge in working with athletes.

What is on the CSCS Exam?
The NSCA CSCS Exam is broken down into two sections. The Scientific foundations section and the practical applied section.

Is the NSCA CSCS Exam all multiple choice?
Yes, the CSCS exam is all multiple choice questions with 3 answer choices.

How to study for the CSCS Exam program design?
This comes down to establishing an eye for detail when it comes to program design decisions. We need to look for the volume, intensity, number of exercises, type of exercises, proximity to repetition max, and more. This is covered in detail in The Movement System CSCS Study Course.

How to study for CSCS Exam Exercise Technique?
You need to practice seeing a lot of athletes move and spotting technique errors. This is the best way to learn to spot errors and know what to correct. This takes practice.

What is the CSCS Exam pass rate?
Typically the first time pass rate is around 56%, however recently, it was reported that only 40% of students passed the Practical Applied section on their first try. The CSCS exam is a very challenging exam.

What book do you need to study for the CSCS Exam?
The Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning 4th Edition textbook.

Is the CSCS the gold standard?
The NSCA CSCS is the gold standard in strength and conditioning for working with athletes.

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