Medical Exercise Specialist Study Group
Become a Medical Exercise Specialist with the MES Study Group (MESSG). Get the best of both worlds with MESSG….attend live webinars without the hassle of travel. Learn everything you need to start “Bridging the Gap”!!
Workshop Details
MES Study Group Starts – June 22nd, 2021!!
“I really want to become a certified MES, but don’t have the time and the resources to commit to a $1,595 lump-sum, 2-day on-site seminar that requires travel to another city, lodging, and other accommodations.” If you’ve uttered these words, the Medical Exercise Specialist Study Group (MES Study Group) is for you! The Medical Exercise Training Institute (METI) listened to you and designed a certification program with the busy and cost-conscious fitness professional in mind. The MES Study Group offers the best of both worlds – a LIVE seminar/workshop and distance education. Travel time and expense can make it difficult to attend workshops in person, and the MES Study Group is a great option. Research has shown that study group participants are far more successful in pursuit of their goals – don’t you want that success for yourself? ACT NOW! The next MES Study Group starts on June 22nd (MESSG Video). We will broadcast each study group session live from Houston. Now you can participate in a LIVE presentation of the MEST materials along with demos of medical exercise assessment and exercise techniques!! Only limited space is available to ensure a quality learning experience for you. JOIN NOW!!! Here’s how the MES Study Group works:
- Medical Exercise Specialist Study Group (MESSG) consists of 12 study group sessions. The video MESSG meets every other Tuesday at 9pm ET/6pm PT. This is a standard study group and meets every other Tuesday for 24 weeks (June 22nd – November 23rd, 2021). The standard study group gets you through the MEST material and ready to take the final MES exam by December 2021!! The MESSG video format allows you to ask questions and receive your response immediately.
- Register for the MES Study Group by using our one of our MESSG payment options at the bottom of the page. A two-payment option is available.
- Participate in the MES Study Group from the comfort of your home or fitness studio on your laptop, Iphone or Ipad. The MES training is now portable.
- The MES Study Groups meets every other Tuesday starting January 5th at 9pm ET/6pm PT (see schedule below). Participate in the 90-minute video broadcast hosted by Michael K. Jones, PhD, PT (“Dr. Mike”). Each study group session is a review of the MEST lessons for that module. Receive case studies that allow you to immediately apply the concepts you learn in the module.
- Each 90-minute MES Study Group session is recorded and posted to the MES Study Group members’ area within 24 hours of the broadcast. Only MES Study Group members will have access to this area. The case studies for each module will also be posted to the site along with the recording. If you can’t make a session, simply download the recording and view it on your iPad, laptop, iPhone or Android phone.
- You may pay for the MES Study Group using one easy payment of $1145 or two payments of $572.50. Using one of these payment options allows you to get started with the MEST lessons and participate in the MES Study Group. If you select the two-payment option, the second $572.50 installment payment is automatically debited to your credit card, debit card or checking account later 30 days. You are free to study and learn the latest medical exercise/post rehab guidelines while maintaining and managing your cash flow.
- Once you complete the MES Study Group you are ready to take and PASS the final MES exam and begin “Bridging the Gap Between Healthcare and Fitness”.
- The MES Study Group is for the serious-minded only! Once you have joined the group, absolutely no refunds! No exceptions! We aim for a 100% SUCCESS RATE!
Certification Requirements
Certification as a Medical Exercise Specialist requires completion of all MEST lessons and quizzes. The standard approach (4 lessons/month for only $99) requires one year for completion. The accelerated MES option is also available, whereby you purchase and download the entire MEST program for only $995 (that’s a $240 savings). Register for the ‘Accelerated MES Program’ and receive 4 bonuses:
- PREPS – Post Rehab Exercise Protocol Manual
- Bonus MEST lessons
- Access to MEST monthly Q & A teleseminar, and
- A 90 minute medical exercise marketing/business plan session to grow your practice.
Each MES option includes the MES Final Exam. Pass the final MES exam and become a Medical Exercise Specialist.
MES Study Group Sessions
| Session | Topic |
|---|---|
| Session 1 | Medical Exercise Foundations |
| Session 2 | Shoulder Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| Session 3 | Elbow, Wrist & Hand Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| Session 4 | Cervical/Lumbar Spinal Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| Session 5 | Hip Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| Session 6 | Knee Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| Session 7 | Ankle/Foot Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| Session 8 | Managing Medical Conditions |
| Session 9 | Medical Exercise Skills |
| Session 10 | Medical Exercise Practice Management |
| Session 11 | MES Practical Exam Review |
| Session 12 | MES Written Exam Review |
MES Study Group (Standard) Schedule
| Tuesdays (9p ET/6pm PT) | Session | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| June 22nd | 1 | Medical Exercise Foundations |
| July 6th | 2 | Shoulder Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| July 20th | 3 | Elbow, Wrist & Hand Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| August 3rd | 4 | Cervical/Lumbar Spinal Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| August 17th | 5 | Hip Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| August 31st | 6 | Knee Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| September 14th | 7 | Ankle/Foot Anatomy, Pathology & Protocols |
| September 28th | 8 | Managing Medical Conditions |
| October 12th | 9 | Medical Exercise Skills |
| October 26th | 10 | Medical Exercise Practice Management |
| November 9th | 11 | MES Practical Exam Review |
| November 23rd | 12 | MES Written Exam Review |
Register for the MES Study Group
1 Payment
1 time payment of $1,145.00 USD
2 Payments
2 monthly payments of $572.50 USD
4 Payments
4 monthly payments of $286.25 USD
METI Mission Statement
To "Bridge the Gap Between Healthcare and Fitness" by providing forums to educate fitness professionals to work cooperatively with medical professionals to develop safe and effective fitness and conditioning programs for clients with musculoskeletal, neurological, metabolic and cardiovascular conditions. The effectiveness of these fitness programs is based on functional outcome measures universally understood by medical professionals, fitness professionals and insurance carriers. The goal is to make medical exercise training the next logical step for clients and medical professionals after discharge from physical therapy, chiropractic care and medical care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about the MES study group.
What is included in a MEST lesson?
The 50 MEST lessons range in length from 20 – 90 minutes. Each lesson has lesson guides, checklists and even the MEST lesson video is downloadable. This allows you to learn while you’re in the office, at home or even during your commute to work. The MEST format makes it easy for you to absorb, understand and apply medical exercise guidelines and techniques immediately to your clients and practice.
What are the MEST lessons like?
If you are thinking of possibly becoming a MES or PRCS – you’re in for a treat!! The MES and PRCS are considered the “gold standards” for medical exercise professionals. The MEST lessons provide detailed step-by-step approach to review clinical anatomy/pathology, medical exercise training guidelines, exercise techniques as well as marketing approaches. Each of the 50 lessons below is included in the Medical Exercise Specialist Track. 33 of the MEST lessons are included in the PRCS Track.
How much does the MEST cost?
We’ve made the MEST even more affordable. We realize building a successful practice is costly and time consuming. With our MEST Standard option each month you will receive 4 MEST lessons for only $99/month. Using the standard option’s monthly payment option you can complete the MES or PRCS workshops and not be financially stressed. That’s just $24.70 per lesson. If you like a faster pace, you may opt to download all 50 lessons for only $995. Individual MEST lessons are available at $129 each. These delivery options allow you to select the method of learning and payment that works best for you.
How do I complete the MEST program?
Here’s how it works – the MEST program has 50 lessons. Each lesson has an accompanying video, lesson guide and a lesson quiz. Simple download the components of the lesson, review the lesson, and complete the lesson quiz. Each week you will receive a new MEST lesson.
When can I join the MES Study Group?
The MES Study Group offers rolling admissions. You may enter the study group at anytime. You do not have to wait for the beginning of the next study group to enter. Enter during any module and simply participate in the study group until you complete all the modules. Once your current study group has concluded we will automatically enroll you in the next study group. You may continue indefinitely as a member of the MESSG program. until you pass the MES final exam.
How do I register for the MEST program?
The MEST is available now at www.MedicalExerciseSpecialistTraining.com. Register now for the certification of your choice: Medical Exercise Specialist or Post Rehab Conditioning Specialist. Select an option and click the link to register!! Become part of the fastest growing arena in the health and fitness industry…Medical Exercise Training. Remember…”Exercise is Key to Long-Term Management of Most Medical Conditions”. Register now and start building your MET practice while you help your clients function better with less pain and connect with medical professionals in your community. All this from the MEST program!!
