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Credentials that raise pay or open doors

• CSEP-CEP (Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology certified exercise physiologist)

  The most recognized credential for clinical and cardiac rehab work.

• Ergonomics certification

  Corporate and insurance ergonomics is the best-paid bachelor's-only path.

• Strength and conditioning (CSCS, certified strength and conditioning specialist)

  Varsity and pro team roles; competitive and often low paid at first.

• Cardiac and pulmonary rehab

  Hospital programs hire kinesiologists on union pay grids.