Professional Associations have valuable resources for your research needs such as :
Professional Associations also sometimes offer accreditation options and continuing education (CE) for their members.
American Colleges of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
ACSM is the largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world. With more than 50,000 members and certified professionals worldwide, ACSM is dedicated to advancing and integrating scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.
American Kinesiology Association (AKA)
The American Kinesiology Association promotes and enhances kinesiology as a unified field of study and advances its many applications. AKA does this by advocating for kinesiology at national and international levels as well as by supporting its member departments by providing resource materials and leadership and educational opportunities for university administrators in kinesiology.
American Kinesiotherapy Association (AKA)
The American Kinesiotherapy Association supports rehabilitative services of Registered Kinesiotherapists while promoting health and wellness of all populations, but with an emphasis on Veterans and individuals with functional limitations.
Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)
Founded in 1986, the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is an international, multidisciplinary, professional organization with over 2,300 members in 57 countries. AASP promotes the development of science and ethical practice in the field of sport psychology and offers certification (CC-AASP) to qualified members with a masters or doctorate degree that have met specific course requirements in sport psychology and have completed an extensive, supervised work experience to develop competency in enhancing performance from a psychological standpoint.
Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA)
CEPA originates as an affiliate society of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). The primary purpose of CEPA is to advance the scientific and practical application of clinical exercise physiology for the betterment of the health, fitness, and quality of life for patients at high risk or living with a chronic disease.
National Academy of Kinesiology (formally the American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education)
The dual purpose of of the Academy is to encourage and promote the study and educational applications of the art and science of human movement and physical activity and to honor the work of its membership who have directly or indirectly contributed to significantly to the study and/or application of the art and science of human movement and physical activity.
National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE)
The mission of NAKHE is to foster leadership in kinesiology administration and policy as it relates to teaching, scholarship and service in higher education.
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is the world leading membership organization for thousands of elite strength coaches, personal trainers and dedicated researchers and educators.
National athletic Trainers' Association (NATA)
NATA’s mission is to represent, engage and foster the continued growth and development of the athletic training profession. Learn more about becoming an athletic trainer.
Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE)
SHAPE America, founded in 1885, represents over 200,000 health and physical education professionals across the USA. SHAPE provides programs, resources, and advocacy that support an inclusive, active, and healthier K-12 school culture.
Designed as an information resource for physical education teachers, this site offers lesson planning ideas, best practices, and government standards. The site also features a job center and resume hosting service.
National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE)
An independent and nonprofit organization committed to enhancing athletic safety through scientific research and the creation of performance standards for athletic equipment.
California Coaches Association (CCA)
This association represents coaches from all disciplines and is dedicated to maintaining the highest possible standards for athletic competition and coaching conditions in California.
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
The premier association on college athletics. The site includes a library, news, statistics, rankings, graduation rates, championships, information on Title IX, rules, violations, and other relevant topics.
