NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist and Senior Fitness Specialist (CES + SFS) (Exams Included)

The health and fitness industry is growing at a rate of 10% annually, making it one of the fastest-growing occupations. With increasingly more older adults turning to fitness to improve health, longevity, and quality of life as they age—now is the perfect time to earn both a Corrective Exercise Specialization and a Senior Fitness Specialization from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).

Specializing in Corrective Exercise with NASM can stretch your earning potential along with your clients' abilities to reduce the risk of injury—helping them move, feel, and live better. Becoming a Corrective Exercise Specialist will take your fitness career and ability to help your clients to new levels. During your Corrective exercise specialist certification training, you will learn how to assess clients in a whole new way. It will help you better identify their movement compensations, where they are weak or strong, and hone your ability to use that knowledge to design effective and efficient programs. This Corrective exercise certification course will take your ability to assess clients from generalized to specific, breaking assessments down into smaller, more in-depth pieces so you can identify different parts of the body in need of attention.

This NASM senior fitness certification course offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the scope of practice and physical, psychological, and physiological considerations of aging. During this course, you will also dive into assessment strategies and program components for the older adult, program design, nutritional guidelines and considerations, and business development. This course prepares you to sit for the NASM Senior Fitness Specialist exam (SFS), giving you the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the health and fitness industry and make a difference in the lives of the aging population.

Upon completing this course bundle and successfully passing your exams, you will earn NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist and NASM Senior Fitness Specialist credentials.

What you will learn

• Relate fundamental concepts of human movement and anatomy and physiology to corrective exercise.
• Identify attributes of and rationale for corrective exercise programming.
• Identify scope of practice and referral strategies for allied health professionals.
• Evaluate proficiency of movement using various assessment methodologies.
• Design individualized movement and exercise programs.
• Apply spectrum of corrective tools, protocols, and modalities aligned to client needs and goals.
• Demonstrate effective coaching and communication techniques to maximize adherence and engagement.
• Communicate effective recovery strategies for a client's overall wellness.
• Scope of practice of senior fitness.
• Physical, psychological, and physiological considerations of aging.
• Assessment strategies for the older adult.
• Program components for the older adult.
• Program design.
• Nutritional guidelines and considerations.
• Business development fundamentals.

How you will benefit

• Pass a specialization test and earn the CEUs needed to recertify the NASM CPT certification
• Gain an in-demand certification relevant to our culture and the aging population
• Obtain the skills to successfully market yourself to a wider audience

1. NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
   1. Introduction to Corrective Exercise Training
      1. Rationale for Corrective Exercise
      2. Human Movement Science and Corrective Exercise
   2. Corrective Exercise Techniques
      1. Inhibitory Techniques
      2. Lengthening Techniques
      3. Activation Techniques
      4. Integration Techniques
   3. Client Assessment
      1. Client Intake and Assessment
      2. Movement Impairment Syndrome
      3. Movement Assessments
      4. Mobility Assessments
   4. Programming Strategies
      1. Corrective Strategies for the Foot and Ankle
      2. Corrective Strategies for the Knee
      3. Corrective Strategies for the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex
      4. Corrective Strategies for the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder
      5. Corrective Strategies for the Wrist and Elbow
      6. Corrective Strategies for the Cervical Spine
      7. Self-Care and Recovery
      8. Real-World Application of Corrective Exercise Strategies
2. NASM Senior Fitness Specialization
1. SFS Scope of Practice
   1. Introduction to Senior Fitness
   2. Scope of Practice
2. Physical, Physiological, and Psychological Considerations of Aging
   1. Physical and Physiological Considerations of Aging
   2. Psychological Considerations of Aging
3. Assessment Strategies for the Older Adult
   1. Fitness Assessments for the Active Older Adult
4. Program Components for the Older Adult
   1. Flexibility Guidelines for Active Older Adults
   2. Cardiorespiratory Training Guidelines for Active Older Adults
   3. Core, Balance, and Plyometric Training Guidelines for Active Older Adults
   4. Resistance Training Guidelines for Active Older Adults
5. Program Design
   1. Program Design for the Active Older Adult
   2. Common Medical Conditions and Programming Modifications
6. Nutrition Guidelines and Considerations
   1. Nutrition Guidelines and Considerations for Active Older Adults
7. Business Development
   1. Professional and Business Development

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for this course, although a personal trainer certification or a fitness specialization is recommended.

Certification Requirements:

There are no prerequisites. However, NASM recommends that Corrective Exercise Specialization (CES) candidates have one of the following:

• A current NASM CPT certification
• A current health and fitness certification accredited by NCCA, NBFE or DETC
• REPs Level 3 or higher credential (candidates outside of the US only)
• A 4-year collegiate degree
• A current Licensed or Certified Massage Therapist credential

NASM

This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.

What is the average salary for those working in corrective exercise and senior fitness?

According to recent data from labor market analytics leader Lightcast, the average salary of personal trainers is $43,700 annually nationwide.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes. This course prepares you for the NASM Corrective Exercise Specialization (CES) and the NASM Senior Fitness Specialization (NASM-SFS) examinations. Passing these examinations provides students with specialist credentials.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 6 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

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Hope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

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