This is one of the most comprehensive distance educational programs in the industry. The program is geared directly for personal trainers and covers the most common chronic diseases and injuries you will likely face when training older adults. My bet is that you are already working with clients that have some unique challenges or special medical considerations.
This course teaches you the background on the issue, exercise modifications and program design. You will feel more confident working with older adults because you will understand their conditions. You are given the proper exercise modifications so that you can design appropriate programs.
Chapter One: Arthritis – Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis
Chapter Two: Joint Replacement – Hip and Knee
Chapter Three: Metabolic Disorders – Diabetes – Type 1 and Type 2
Chapter Four: Cardiopulmonary Disease – Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Stroke
Chapter Five: Musculoskeletal Injuries – Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder, Lateral Epicondylitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Plantar Fascitis, Achilles Tendinitis, Shinspints, Chondromalacia, Patellofemoral Stress Syndrome
Course has been approved for 10 BCRPA continuing education credits.
Distance education course investment: $145.00 plus GST & shipping
E-version Investment $115.00 plus GST
