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Study with a complete lesson system
Review each video module, downloadable Session Guide, exercise protocol or guideline, and lesson quiz. No separate manual purchase is necessary for the included lesson materials.
Professional education since 1994Bridging Healthcare and Fitness
MES Study Group · Live-Guided Learning
Go beyond watching lessons.
Learn to apply them.
The Medical Exercise Specialist Study Group combines structured online training with 12 live, instructor-led Zoom sessions, case discussions and preparation for MES certification. Our next 12-session Study Group begins Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern. Meet every other Tuesday as you develop the judgment to deliver responsible exercise services for clients with medical conditions.
First MES Certification 1994 · 12 live Zoom sessions · Every other Tuesday at 8:00 PM ET
12Structured study sessions
50 + 4Core MES lessons and bonus lessons
1994First MES certification
Built for serious professionals
Live guidance that moves knowledge into practice.
Certification is the beginning. Professional competence develops through study, repeated application and thoughtful exercise decisions.
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Discuss clinical scenarios within MET scope
Bring questions about exercise selection, contraindications, progressions, functional limitations and the appropriate use of assessment findings.
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Prepare for professional application
Connect client management, documentation and medical-provider communication with written and practical certification preparation.
Medical exercise is only exercise-not medical diagnosis or treatment.
MES Study Group & Schedule
12 sessions. One professional pathway.
Begins Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. Sessions meet live via Zoom every other Tuesday for 90 minutes, concluding May 4, 2027. All session dates and topics are listed below.
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Dec 1, 2026 · 8:00 PM ETMedical Exercise FoundationsScope, foundations and application of exercise-management principles
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Dec 15, 2026 · 8:00 PM ETShoulder Anatomy, Pathology & ProtocolsShoulder assessment and exercise selection within MET scope
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Dec 29, 2026 · 8:00 PM ETElbow, Wrist & Hand Anatomy, Pathology & ProtocolsElbow, wrist and hand exercise guidelines
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Jan 12, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETCervical/Lumbar Spinal Anatomy, Pathology & ProtocolsCervical and lumbar exercise decision-making and progression
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Jan 26, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETHip Anatomy, Pathology & ProtocolsHip anatomy, exercise protocols and functional progression
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Feb 9, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETKnee Anatomy, Pathology & ProtocolsKnee exercise selection, progression and functional conditioning
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Feb 23, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETAnkle/Foot Anatomy, Pathology & ProtocolsAnkle and foot exercise management and stability
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Mar 9, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETManaging Medical ConditionsApplying MET principles to clients with medical conditions
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Mar 23, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETMedical Exercise SkillsExercise skills, practical applications and discussion
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Apr 6, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETMedical Exercise Practice ManagementDocumentation, communication, referral relationships and business fundamentals
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Apr 20, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETMES Practical Exam ReviewPractical exam cases, reasoning and exercise demonstrations
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May 4, 2027 · 8:00 PM ETMES Written Exam ReviewKnowledge integration and written examination preparation
Ready to join the MES Study Group?
Review the enrollment options below or contact METI with questions about registration, Study Group access and course requirements.
How your training comes together
Study, discuss, demonstrate, communicate.
MES lesson package
- Video module for each lesson
- Downloadable Session Guide
- Exercise protocol or guideline
- Lesson quiz and self-check
- Four bonus lessons
Study Group experience
- Instructor-led review of lesson topics
- Case-based discussion and questions
- Exercise technique and assessment discussion
- Written and practical exam review sessions
- Professional communication and practice development
MES Study Group registration
Already have MEST? Join the Study Group.
For current MES students who already have access to the Medical Exercise Specialist Training Series, the $295 Study Group upgrade is the quickest way to join the live sessions starting Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern. There is no need to purchase MEST again.
For existing MEST students
Already have MEST access? Join the Study Group.
If you already have access to the Medical Exercise Specialist Training Series (MEST), you do not need to purchase the training series again. Upgrade to the MES Study Group for access to the 12 live webinars, exam review sessions, and session recordings.
For new MES students
New to MEST? Choose a full-program enrollment option.
These options include Medical Exercise Specialist Training Series access and the 12-session MES Study Group.
One Payment
$1,145
Single payment
Enroll NowTwo Payments
$572.50
2 payments of $572.50
Enroll NowFour Payments
$286.25
4 payments of $286.25
Enroll NowQuestions about the payment schedule or what is included? Contact METI before registering.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about the Study Group
I already have access to MEST. Do I need to enroll in the full package again?
No. Current MEST students can join the 12-session MES Study Group through the separate $295 Study Group upgrade. The full-program payment options above are intended for new students who need MEST access.
Do I need to travel to attend the Study Group?
No. All 12 Study Group sessions meet live via Zoom, so you can attend remotely. The cohort begins Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. METI provides the Zoom access details to registered participants.
Does joining the Study Group automatically grant the MES credential?
No. You must meet the program’s applicable lesson, quiz and certification examination requirements.
Do I need to purchase an additional manual?
No separate manual purchase is necessary for the included video lessons, Session Guides, exercise protocols or guidelines, and quizzes.
Are recordings or rolling admissions available?
The Study Group page describes session recordings for registered participants. Contact METI to confirm the access window and enrollment policies for this cohort.
Ready for guided MES learning?
Make every lesson count.
Develop the reasoning and professional communication skills that transform a collection of lessons into a disciplined medical exercise practice.
