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Program Design Masterclass Quiz for CEUs

Take this 10 question quiz after watching the Program Design Masterclass lecture to earn 0.2 NSCA CEUs.

You must answer 80% of the questions correctly to pass.

You may retake the quiz as many times as you need to pass.

Once complete, you will receive an email with your NSCA CEUs. 

If you have not received your CEU form within 24 hours of passing the quiz, please email [email protected].

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Question 1 of 10

What is a key benefit of using RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) over percentage-based 1RM loading?

A

RPE is always more accurate than 1RM.

B

It removes the need for coaching feedback.

C

It allows for autoregulation based on the athlete's readiness.

D

It ensures higher total weekly volume.

Question 2 of 10

Which of the following is the most appropriate load assignment for the first week of a new program?

A

6-7 RPE

B

9-10 RPE

C

90-100% 1RM

D

0-1 RIR

Question 3 of 10

What is the main programming focus for a power training session, also referred to as dynamic effort?

A

Slow, high-rep movements

B

Lifting to failure

C

Submaximal weights with maximum bar speed

D

Bodyweight isometrics

Question 4 of 10

Which of the following is the proper order of exercises in a strength training session to maximize readiness and training adaptations?

A

Conditioning --> Accessory Exercises --> Compound Lifts

B

Power/ Explosive --> Compound Multi-Joint --> Accessory --> Conditioning

C

Accessory --> Compound Lifts --> Conditioning

D

Compound Multi-Joint --> Power/ Explosive --> Accessory --> Conditioning

Question 5 of 10

Which of the following best defines a mesocycle?

A

One year of training

B

A 3-5 day training week

C

A 4-6 week training block

D

A warm-up protocol

Question 6 of 10

Which of these statements about training frequency is supported by the masterclass?

A

More frequency always leads to better hypertrophy.

B

Two training sessions per week is optimal for all clients.

C

Frequency should be individualized based on consistency, session length tolerance, and seasonality.

D

Low-frequency training is ineffective for motor learning.

Question 7 of 10

What is one reason traditional periodization might be chosen over non-linear periodization? 

A

It prevents plateaus.

B

It allows for training multiple qualities year-round.

C

It is easier to organize for seasonal athletes.

D

It provides faster hypertrophy gains.

Question 8 of 10

Knowing that advanced athletes cannot continue increasing training volume forever, what method is preferred for more advanced athletes to make continued strength progress?

A

Adding new exercises

B

Increasing training frequency

C

Progressing intensity by adding load

D

Switching to bodyweight-only training

Question 9 of 10

According to the evidence presented, what happens to muscle protein synthesis when sets per muscle group exceed 5 per day? 

A

It doubles

B

It plateaus

C

It decreases sharply

D

It increases exponentially

Question 10 of 10

What is one reason to create an annual training plan for your client? 

A

To reduce the number of sessions per week

B

To increase exercise variety weekly

C

To stay organized and improve client retention

D

To eliminate the need for testing phases

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