Personal Training Specialist - Scottsdale Community College

Personal Training Specialist from Scottsdale Community College is a Campus Certificate Physical Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Personal Training Specialist program prepares students for employment in the fitness industry as a Personal Trainer. This curriculum provides students with a fundamental knowledge of human physiology and anatomy, introduction into career options in the field of Exercise Science, Kinesiology and Physical Education/Coaching, emergency response readiness, health appraisals and assessments; application of exercise fitness principles and strength and cardiorespiratory training techniques; a fundamental knowledge of nutrition, exercise physiology, and biomechanics; skills in exercise testing and fitness measures as well as writing exercise prescriptions and program designs for diverse populations. Program Competencies: Identify the disciplines, professional careers, accredited certification and research organizations affiliated with the fields of Exercise Science, Kinesiology and Physical Education. Describe the structure and dynamics of the human body. Create a complete exercise program that integrates all principles and components of fitness. Categorize elements of anatomy, kinesiology, and exercise physiology as applied to teaching fitness. Recommend training and design exercise program according to principles of strength training. Describe the physiological mechanisms underlying improvement in aerobic capacity. Conduct health appraisal and risk assessment to assure safety of exercise, exercise testing and exercise prescription. Apply current nutrition guidelines to exercise, sports, vegetarian diets, and selected stages of the life cycle. Assess patient/victim following appropriate steps and demonstrating standard/personal safety techniques including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, opening airway obstructions and the use of an Autonomic External Defibrillator (AED). Guide clients in determining their individual fitness goals to ensure that they are safe and effective in maintaining or increasing fitness status. View more details on Scottsdale Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physical Therapy courses.