A45630 - Health and Fitness Science AAS

DOMAIN I. Initial Client Consultation and Assessment

Provide instructions and initial documents to the client in order to proceed to the interview.

Interview client in order to gather and provide pertinent information to proceed to the fitness testing and program design.

Review & analyze client data (i.e., classify risk) to formulate a plan of action and/or conduct physical assessments.

Evaluate behavioral readiness to optimize exercise adherence.

Assess physical fitness including cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and anthropometric measures in order to set goals and establish a baseline for program development.

Develop a comprehensive (i.e.,physical fitness, goals, behavior) reassessment plan/timeline.

DOMAIN II. Exercise Programming and Implementation

Review assessment results, medical history and goals to determine appropriate training.

Select exercise modalities to achieve desired adaptations based on goals, medical history and assessment results.

Determine initial frequency, intensity, time(duration) and type (i.e., the FITT principle of exercise prescription) of exercise based on goals, medical history and assessment results.

Review proposed program with client; demonstrate and instruct the client to perform exercises safely and effectively.

Monitor client technique and response to exercise, modifying as necessary.

Modify frequency, intensity, time and duration to improve or maintain the client’s fitness level.

Seek client feedback to ensure satisfaction and enjoyment of the program.

DOMAIN III. Exercise Leadership and Client Education

Create a positive exercise experience in order to optimize participant adherence by applying effective communication techniques, motivation techniques and behavioral strategies.

Educate clients using scientifically sound health and fitness information and resources to enhance client’s knowledge base, program enjoyment, adherence and overall awareness of health and fitness related information.

DOMAIN IV. Legal, Professional, Business and Marketing

Obtain medical clearance for clients based on ACSM guidelines, prior to starting an exercise program.

Collaborate with various healthcare professionals and organizations in order to provide clients with a network of providers that minimizes liability and maximizes program effectiveness.

Develop a comprehensive risk management program (including emergency action plan and injury prevention program) to enhance the standard of care and reflect a client-focused mission.

Participate in approved continuing education programs on a regular basis to maximize effectiveness, increase professionalism and enhance knowledge and skills in the field of health and fitness.

Adhere to ACSM’s Code of Ethics by practicing in a professional manner within the Scope of Practice of a Certified Personal Trainer.

Develop a business plan to establish mission, business, budgetary and sales objective.

Develop marketing materials and engage in networking/business exchanges to build client base, promote services and increase resources.

Obtain appropriate personal training and liability insurance and follow industry accepted professional, ethical and business standards in order to optimize safety and to reduce liability.

Engage in healthy lifestyle practices in order to be a positive role model for all clients.

Respect copyrights to protect original and creative work, media, etc. by legally securing copyright material and other intellectual property based on national and international copyright laws.