Exam 12: Careers and Professional Issues in Exercise Science

__________ is a process whereby individuals demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in content, skills, and abilities of the specific areas for which they are intending to work.

Credentialing is defined as providing certified documents showing that an individual is entitled to recognition or has a right to perform certain functions or actions.

An individual desiring to work professionally to help individuals recover from injuries and medical procedures would most likely join which of the following professional organizations?

All professional organizations with a relationship to exercise science have mission statements that serve to guide the direction of the organization.

A physician assistant can only practice professionally under physician supervision.

Athletic trainers most often possess the professional credential of:

The Healthy People initiatives were established to assess the major risks to health and wellness, changing public health priorities, and addressing the emerging issues related to our nation's health preparedness and prevention.

Certification, licensure, and registration examinations are usually administered by professional organizations in an attempt to ensure that individuals and programs meet a defined level of curricular expectation.

Educational qualifications for employment in an allied health profession field can range from a bachelor's degree to an advanced professional degree.

The International Society of Motor Control develops and presents the most advanced information regarding injury prevention and rehabilitation.

__________ is the federal government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services.

Both physical and occupational therapists must possess the professional credential of:

__________ may diagnose and treat conditions of the leg, ankle, and foot.

An employer seeking help with job related activities within their business would most likely choose to work with:

Certification examinations generally include only interactive components.

Which of the following organizations is responsible for protecting the health of the citizens of the United States?

A primary factor contributing to the increased opportunities for professional careers in exercise science is:

Dieticians most often possess the professional credential of:

Licensure requirements and regulations are consistent across states because federal agencies are responsible for monitoring the licensure of allied healthcare professionals.

Some professional organizations require students to graduate from an accredited program of study to qualify to take a national certification or licensure examination.