Completing the BCRPA Fitness Theory exam is the first step in registering as a fitness leader with the BCRPA (BC Recreation and Parks Association). The purpose of this post is to give you information on what to expect during this exam.
Before The Exam
The BCRPA Fitness Theory exam can be written in the comfort of your own home using an online exam proctoring service called ProctorU.
To use this service, you’ll need a couple of things. This includes:
- Some government-issued Photo ID
- A computer/laptop equipped with a webcam, microphone, speaker
- Steady internet connection to allow ProctorU to monitor you during your exam.
When you log in to do your exam, your ProctorU proctor will give you instructions to follow to get set up. The job of the proctor is to make sure the exams are fair and that nobody is cheating.
BCRPA Fitness Theory Exam Format
The exam contains 60 multiple choice questions to be completed within 60 minutes (roughly 1 minute per question). You need an 80% to pass – in other words, you need to score at least 48 out of 60.
Exam Cost
The total cost of the exam is $110. $80 for the exam and $30 paid to ProctorU for their exam invigilation service.
Preparing for the FT Exam
We strongly recommend getting our Fitness Theory course to review prior to taking the exam – but those with strong Kinesiology, Physiotherapy, or related backgrounds can probably get away with just challenging the exam.
Registering for the Fitness Theory Exam
- Create an account on “The Registry of Fitness Professionals“
- Log in and click “Exam History”
- Follow the steps and register for the exam
- You will receive an email on how to book your exam and scheduling with ProctorU
BCRPA Fitness Theory Exam Schedule
ProctorU is available 24/7 so you can write the exam at any time. But we usually recommend people write in the late mornings as that is when they are the most alert mentally.
That said, you know your own body’s patterns better than we do so pick the time when you are the most alert and relaxed.
If you have any questions or need help with any steps in this process, let us know.