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Certification

A Certified Mental Performance Consultant® is an individual with a master’s or doctoral degree in sport science, psychology, or a closely related field who have met specific course requirements and have completed an extensive, mentored applied experience.

In October 2021, CSPA-ACPS entered into a Memorandum of Agreement with the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) to certify mental performance consultants, including those who are existing who wish to be professional members of CSPA-ACPS.  The CMPC® certification program is nationally accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).

Certified Mental Performance Consultant®  

Certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) demonstrates to clients, employers, colleagues, and the public at large that a certified individual has met the highest standards of professional practice, including completing a combination of educational and work requirements, successfully passing a certification exam, agreeing to adhere to ethical principles and standards, and committing to ongoing professional development. These individuals have obtained objective validation of their expertise in helping clients develop and use mental, life, and self-regulatory skills to optimize performance, involvement, enjoyment, and/or personal development in sport or other domains (e.g., performing arts, military).

How to become

certified

CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

CANDIDATE HANDBOOK

APPROVED

METNOR REGISTRY

APPLICATION

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RECERTIFICATION

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EXAMINATION

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QUESTIONS ABOUT CERTIFICATION

Benefits of Certification

While the CMPC designation signifies the highest standard of education and training in the psychological aspects of sport science, it does not designate the individual as a “sport psychologist.” Requirements for providing psychological services are determined by individual state, provincial, and/or territorial licensing boards.

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 Promotes quality

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Provides a quality service to the public

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Increase consulting opportunities for CMPCs

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