STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 1.   Possess a concrete foundation of relevant fitness knowledge

 2.   Demonstrate knowledge of and apply principles of exercise science, human anatomy & physiology,

      biomechanics of movement, and exercise instruction.

 3.   Demonstrate knowledge of proper screening techniques, identify individuals with risk factors,

      requiring a doctor or medical referral, and any possible contraindications of exercise.

 4.   Demonstrate knowledge of safe and effective methods of training for cardio respiratory fitness,

      muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and injury prevention techniques.

 5.   Demonstrate knowledge of various pedagogical techniques when teaching cognitive, psychomotor

      and affective skills to individuals and group settings.

 6.   Effectively use sport and exercise psychology theories to assist individuals with lifestyle behavior

      modification, goal setting and motivation.

 7.   Demonstrate the ability to individualize exercise instruction based on special population needs.

 8.   Demonstrate proper usage of various commercial fitness machines and equipment using appropriate

      exercise guidelines and spotting techniques.

 9.   Safely provide basic nutritional information to apparently healthy individuals to assist with

      lifestyle changes, weight management and eating for performance.

 10.  Exhibit communications skills necessary for a client and trainer relationship.

 11.  Promote themselves and their personal training business using current marketing strategies,

      technology and resources that are available to them.

 12.  Demonstrate knowledge on the importance of record keeping, informed consent and lawsuit prevention.

 13.  Demonstrate knowledge of basic liability issues in the field of personal training including negligence,

      standard of care, duty to act, personal insurance, expert witnesses and risk management.

 14.  Demonstrate the importance of emergency preparedness and procedures in the event of an emergency situation.

 15.  Demonstrate knowledge of hydrodynamics and the physical laws as they relate to water.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Physical Activity, Fitness, Health, Exercise, Wellness

 II.     Screening, Evaluation of Health and Fitness

 III.    Exercise Prescription for Health Components for Fitness

 IV.     Individualized Program Design

 V.      Exercise Programming and Implementation

 VI.     Injury Prevention and First Aid

 VII.    Legal Issues

 VIII.   Hydrodynamics and the Physical Laws as they relate to water