National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) · April 2026 candidate-handbook outline, as linked by NPCP on 2026-10-21; no separate outline effective date stated. The workbook's CPT label maps to the comprehensive examination awarding Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT). A May 2026 job task analysis describes replacement specifications for a forthcoming form, with launch anticipated in 2026 or 2027 but no confirmed implementation date in that report.

This original 20-question sample covers selected topics across the outline. It does not reproduce official exam questions or cover every tested topic.

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• NPCP Comprehensive Candidate Handbook, April 2026 revision
• NPCP NCPT Job Task Analysis Report, May 2026
• NPCP Code of Ethics, April 4, 2023
• NPCP Scope of Practice, April 4, 2023
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• Merrithew: Rib Cage Placement
• Merrithew: Scapular Movement and Stabilization
• Merrithew: Head and Cervical Placement
• Merrithew: Breathing
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• OpenStax: Appendicular Muscles of the Pelvic Girdle and Lower Limbs
• OpenStax: The Second Condition for Equilibrium
• OpenStax: The Process of Breathing
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