Exercise Physiologists
O*NET Code: 29-1128.00
Description
Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.
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💼 Also Known As
Applied Exercise PhysiologistBariatric Weight Loss CounselorCardiac Exercise PhysiologistCardiac Exercise SpecialistCardiac Rehabilitation Exercise PhysiologistCertified Exercise Physiologist (EPC)Clinical Exercise PhysiologistClinical Exercise SpecialistExercise PhysiologistExercise ScientistExercise SpecialistKinesiotherapistLifestyle and Weight Management ConsultantRegistered Clinical Exercise PhysiologistSports Physiologist
⚡ Skills (19)
Reading Comprehension4/100
Active Listening4/100
Speaking4/100
Critical Thinking4/100
Instructing4/100
Writing4/100
Monitoring4/100
Social Perceptiveness4/100
Service Orientation4/100
Judgment and Decision Making4/100
+ 9 more skills
📚 Knowledge (0)
💪 Abilities (0)
🔧 Technologies & Tools (8)
🔥MEDITECH software
Medical software
🔥Microsoft Excel
Spreadsheet software
🔥Microsoft Office software
Office suite software
🔥Microsoft Outlook
Electronic mail software
🔥Microsoft PowerPoint
Presentation software
🔥Microsoft Word
Word processing software
0Email software
Electronic mail software
0Web browser software
Internet browser software
🔄 Career Transition Paths
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Clinical Nurse Specialists
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Education: Zone 5 - Extensive Prep(↑1 level)
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📊 Skills Comparison
Exercise Physiologists → Physical Therapists
Transition Difficulty: Easy (100% skill overlap)
✅ Transferable Skills (19)
Skills you already have that transfer to the new role
Reading Comprehension
Current: 4Target: 4
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Active Listening
Current: 4Target: 4
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Speaking
Current: 4Target: 4
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Critical Thinking
Current: 4Target: 4
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Social Perceptiveness
Current: 4Target: 4
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Service Orientation
Current: 4Target: 4
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Writing
Current: 4Target: 4
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Monitoring
Current: 4Target: 4
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Judgment and Decision Making
Current: 4Target: 4
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Time Management
Current: 3Target: 4
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Instructing
Current: 4Target: 3
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Complex Problem Solving
Current: 4Target: 3
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Coordination
Current: 3Target: 3
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Active Learning
Current: 3Target: 3
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Learning Strategies
Current: 3Target: 3
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