Resources
What is a CEP?
This section provides essential resources for professionals seeking to navigate the clinical exercise physiology landscape in the UK. Here, you can find an overview of the scope of practice for Clinical Exercise Physiologist and information about CEP-UK.
The scope of practice document outlines the specific roles, responsibilities, and activities for which CEPs are qualified to perform. It serves as a guideline to ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based practice, defining the limits of professional competency based on education, training, and accreditation.
A recording of a BASES webinar about the role of a Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Infographic outlining the benefits of a register for Clinical Exercise Physiologists
A recording of a BASES webinar about the importance of registration with the Academy of Health Care Science (AHCS) as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist
A recording of a BASES webinar about the importance of continuous professional development for Clinical Exercise Physiologists
AHCS Registration Resources
This section provides key resources to support your journey toward Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist. Here, you'll find step-by-step guidance on how to apply to be on the register, including detailed information on eligibility, required documentation, and the application process.
This guidance document has been created by Clinical Exercise Physiology UK with the aim to assist applicants throughout the process of applying to become a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS).
The Evidence of Clinical Practice Form is a template document used to capture the practical experiences and competencies of clinical exercise physiologists, which is required for registration with AHCS.
This template is designed to assist individuals in compiling the necessary endorsements and testimonials required for accreditation or professional registration in Clinical Exercise Physiology.
These Standards of Proficiency set out the minimum standard that a person must meet in order to first register and maintain registration with the Academy for Healthcare Science.
The AHCS Good Scientific Practice Guidelines outline the principles and standards for delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care in Clinical Exercise Physiology.
MSc Accreditation Registration Guidance Documents
This section provides essential resources for educators at high education institutions in the UK looking to gain accreditation for their MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology.
The Curriculum Framework provides a structured outline of the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for educational programmes in the field. It ensures that accredited courses meet national standards and prepare graduates for professional practice, aligning with the latest research and clinical guidelines.
PowerPoint slides from our recent curriculum sharing event. These materials are used to showcase the content, structure and outcomes of a Clinical Exercise Physiology MSc.
Information regarding the CEP-UK assistance programme for higher education programme teams wishing to develop a master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology and planning to develop their curricula to gain AHCS accreditation.
The AHCS Guidelines for MSc Accreditation provide a detailed framework for higher education institutions seeking accreditation for their Clinical Exercise Physiology programmes through the AHCS.
This document outlines the standards of education ad training required to achieve accreditation by the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS).
A recording of the process for applying for AHCS MSc Accreditation for higher education institutions seeking accreditation for their Clinical Exercise Physiology programmes
Hiring Resources
These recourses include job descriptions, CV templates, and other tools to help healthcare workers advertise new Clinical Exercise Physiology roles.
This document outlines the career Development Framework for the exercise workforce specifically in Cardiac Rehabilitation
Template job description for an NHS Band 4 Assistant Exercise Practitioner
Template person specification for an NHS Band 4 Assistant Exercise Practitioner
Template job description for an NHS Band 5 Exercise Physiologist
Template person specification for an NHS Band 5 Exercise Physiologist
Template job description for an NHS Band 6 Specialist Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Template person specification for an NHS Band 6 Specialist Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Template job description for an NHS Band 7 Highly Specialist Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Template person specification for an NHS Band 7 Highly Specialist Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Template job description for an NHS Band 8a Expert/Advanced Practitioner Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Template person specification for an NHS Band 8a Expert/Advanced Practitioner Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Template job description for an NHS Band 8b-c Consultant Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Template person specification for an NHS Band 8b-c Consultant Clinical Exercise Physiologist