It is the mission of the National Council on Strength and Fitness to establish, assess, and promote qualification standards for Exercise Professionals in a continued effort to foster a high level of professional competency and ethical practice, to best serve public interest and safety. The NCSF carries out this mission by providing subject matter experts and thought leaders for national and international committees and boards. This work is designed to facilitate standards and guidelines and promote effective public policy. The NCSF is dedicated to raising the bar in the fitness industry to protect the public while earning professional recognition for qualified exercise professionals as respected health providers. In addition, the organization is devoted to promoting worldwide health through the safe engagement in routine physical activity.