Fitness Theory Course
The Fitness Theory Course is NOT a requirement for BCRPA Fitness Program registration. However, it is highly recommended as it will prepare you for the mandatory Fitness Theory Exam.
View our Approved Fitness Theory Course Providers Below:
Contact the course provider for complete information, including course duration, course outline, course components, time commitment and course requirements. Prices for the Fitness Theory Course ranges from $315 - $565 depending on the course provider and format of delivery (i.e. Smaller class sizes or 1-on-1 may see higher fees).
If you do not wish to take a course, the CFES, Body Blueprint, and Kinesiologists.ca Fitness Theory manuals can be purchased directly from the suppliers.
Fitness Theory Exam
The Fitness Theory Exam is a requirement for initial registration with BCRPA and must be completed before purchasing your first-year registration.
If you require any accommodations to write the exam, please email us.
Note: If you do not successfully pass the exam on your first attempt, we strongly encourage you take the Fitness Theory Course prior to re-writing the exam. You will only be able to purchase 3 exams before you are advised to contact the BCRPA office.
Preparing for the exam:
The following resources have been created to help you prepare for the exam.
When you are ready to take the Exam:
- Log in to your new account on The Registry® of Fitness Professionals
- Click on the Exam History tab towards the bottom of your User Account page.
- Click the Purchase Exam button.
- Then, follow the instructions to purchase your Fitness Theory Exam.
- Payment is accepted by credit card. Credit/Debit, Debit Cards, or Personal Cheques are not accepted.
Once payment has cleared, exam information and further instructions will be emailed to you. Please check your spam/junk folder if you do not see the email in your inbox.
Exam format:
- This Exam is written online only and is hosted on ProctorU. Photo ID, along with a webcam, microphone, speaker, and computer running on Windows 10 or higher with Internet connection are required.
- Cost - $110 + GST ($80 exam + $30 ProctorU service fee)
- Exam Length - 60 questions, multiple choice
- Important note: The system shows one question at a time. You will not be able to go back, review, or update your answer to a question once you have clicked the “next” button to continue the exam.
- Time Given - 60 minutes
- Passing Grade - 80% (48/60)
Please read the complete Online Exam Policy before completing any online exams.
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Refunds and Expiration Policy
Once you have purchased the Exam, there is no expiration date to schedule and write the Exam.
However, a refund can only be granted within 3 months of the purchase date. Exam fees are non-transferrable and cannot be used for another Fitness Student.
Exam fees are only applicable to the account on which it was purchased.
Note: You have one (1) year from the date of passing the Fitness Theory Exam to purchase your first-year registration; registration is a mandatory pre-requisite prior to starting work on your Core Specialty.
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