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CEPA Membership

Your Profession. Your Community. Your Future.

Join the only national organization exclusively dedicated to supporting the profession of clinical exercise physiology. Access professional resources, connect with colleagues, and help advance the future of our field.

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Make the Most of Your Membership

CEPA membership connects you with resources, educational opportunities, professional peers, and advocacy efforts that support clinical exercise physiology.

Professional Publications

Access the Journal of Clinical Exercise Physiology, the only professional journal aimed at the day-to-day practice of clinical exercise physiology.

Clinical Practice Survey

Access the CEPA Clinical Exercise Physiology Practice Survey, the most comprehensive survey ever conducted specific to the work of clinical exercise physiologists.

Continuing Education

Access e-Learning opportunities and receive discounts on CEPA webinars to support your ongoing professional development.

Career & Internship Resources

Access the CEPA Clinical Internship Directory and explore opportunities to connect students, programs, and clinical exercise physiology professionals.

Networking & Discussion Forums

Connect and exchange ideas with other professionals through the CEPA discussion forums and member community.

Leadership & Advocacy

Get involved with CEPA and support efforts to advance clinical exercise physiology, including licensure efforts in your region.

Job Share Opportunities

Post job shares to help connect employers with qualified exercise physiologists for open positions.

Choose Your Membership

Whether you are currently studying, work in an allied health profession, or hold a degree in clinical exercise physiology or a related field, there is a CEPA membership option for you.

Professional Membership

For individuals with a bachelor's degree or higher in clinical exercise physiology or a related field.

$60
Per year
Eligibility
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in clinical exercise physiology or a related field
  • Access to CEPA membership benefits
  • Professional membership category for eligible degree holders
Join as a Professional

Student Membership

For active students enrolled in an academic program in exercise physiology or exercise science.

$15
Per year
Eligibility
  • Currently active in an exercise physiology or exercise science academic program
  • Access to CEPA membership benefits
  • Student members do not have the specified Executive Committee governance rights
Join as a Student

Associate Membership

For allied health professionals, physicians, nurses, and others interested in clinical exercise physiology.

$60
Per year
Eligibility
  • Allied health professionals
  • Physicians and nurses
  • Others interested in clinical exercise physiology
  • Associate members do not have the specified Executive Committee governance rights
Join as an Associate

All membership fees shown are annual dues. Please review the eligibility requirements and membership rights before selecting your category.

Membership & Leadership

Every membership category provides a way to connect with and support the clinical exercise physiology profession. Certain association governance rights depend on membership category.

Understanding Membership Rights

Student and Associate members do not have the right to:

  • Participate in annual elections for Executive Committee members
  • Make nominations for the Executive Committee
  • Serve as a committee chair
  • Serve as a member of the Executive Committee

These governance restrictions do not apply to Professional members under the membership distinctions described by CEPA. Please consult the current CEPA bylaws for the complete rules governing elections, nominations, and leadership eligibility.

Membership FAQs

A few helpful details to consider before joining CEPA.

What is the difference between the membership categories?

Student membership is for active students in exercise physiology or exercise science academic programs. Associate membership is for allied health professionals, physicians, nurses, and others interested in clinical exercise physiology. Professional membership is for individuals with a bachelor's degree or higher in clinical exercise physiology or a related field.

How much does CEPA membership cost?

Student membership is $15 per year. Associate and Professional memberships are each $60 per year.

What benefits are included with membership?

Members receive access to the Journal of Clinical Exercise Physiology, the CEPA Clinical Exercise Physiology Practice Survey, the CEPA Clinical Internship Directory, e-Learning, webinar discounts, discussion forums, job share posting opportunities, and opportunities to support the profession and licensure efforts.

Can Student and Associate members participate in CEPA elections?

Student and Associate members cannot participate in annual Executive Committee elections, nominate Executive Committee members, serve as committee chair, or serve on the Executive Committee.

How can I get involved with CEPA?

Members can explore association initiatives, educational opportunities, professional discussions, and ways to contribute to efforts supporting clinical exercise physiology. Leadership eligibility depends on membership category and applicable CEPA rules.

Be Part of the Future of Our Profession

Connect with professionals, access valuable resources, and help advance the field of clinical exercise physiology. Find the CEPA membership that is right for you.

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