{"product_id":"nasm-pes","title":"NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) (Exam Included)","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eBehind every top athlete, there's a great trainer. Get your NASM Performance Enhancement Specialization and get the opportunity to train the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES157\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe needs of today's modern athlete and weekend warrior are continually evolving and changing. NASM provides the most innovative evidence based science, systems, and solutions for professionals to help enhance their knowledge of delivering consistent results to their clients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a research institute at UNC Chapel Hill, NASM is able to research the latest trends, techniques, and training styles and deliver it in a compelling fashion to provide the end practitioner practical and applicable tools for success in sports performance training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn a total-body, integrated training program addressing flexibility, cardio-respiratory, core, balance, resistance, plyometric, speed, agility and quickness training\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to individualize integrated training programs to keep athletes performing at the highest level\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to deliver consistent results in rehabilitation, reconditioning, and performance enhancement\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEarn the preferred sports performance training credential of professional athletes and teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare yourself for a career as a coach, athletic trainer, sports professional, or personal trainer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork toward earning your Performance Enhancement Specialist certification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop the expertise to improve the flexibility, speed, agility and performance of both professional athletes and weekend warriors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssentials of Integrated Sports Performance Training \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated Training Principles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStretch Shortening Cycle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUtilization of the Integrated Training Continuum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraining in All Planes of Motion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraining for Optimum Muscle Balance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated Sports Performance Program Part One Program Part One\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated Sports Performance Program Part\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOPT Model\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic Exercise Science \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Nervous System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSensory Receptors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Skeletal System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Muscular System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMuscle Contraction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic Exercise Science\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Cardiorespiratory System \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresentations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Cardiovascular System Part 1\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Cardiovascular System Part 2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Respiratory System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOxygen and Energy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Cardiorespiratory System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHormonal Response to Exercise \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEndocrine Organs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEndocrine Adaptations to Exercise\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHormonal Response to Exercise\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHuman Movement Science \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlanes of Motion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombined Joint Motion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMuscle Action Spectrum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEfficient Human Movement\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFunctional Anatomy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSub-systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMotor Behavior\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMotor Learning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHuman Movement Science\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSports Performance Testing \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSports Performance Assessment Components\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSubjective Information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eObjective Information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStatic Postural Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTransitional Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverhead Squat Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSingle-leg Squat Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDynamic Postural Assessments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerformance Assessments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCardiorespiratory Assessments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexibility Training for Performance Enhancement \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCumulative Injury Cycle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexibility Continuum Part 1\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexibility Continuum Part 2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexibility Training Debate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExercise Video Library\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexibility Exercises\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexibility Training Quiz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCardiorespiratory Training for Performance Enhancement \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasics of Cardiorespiratory Training\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKarvonen Method\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Training Zones\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraining Zones\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeart Rate Training Zones\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Phases of Cardio Performance Training\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePhase One: Base Training\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePhase Two: Using the Assessment to Determine Starting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCardiorespiratory Training\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCore Training Concepts for Performance Enhancement \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-latin;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Core\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCore 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Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Adobe Acrobat Reader .\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoftware must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmail capabilities and access to a personal email account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructional Material Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNASM Essentials of Sports Performance Training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll also receive access to practice exams and study materials to help you prepare for your exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no prerequisites to take this course. However, It is recommended that PES candidates have at least one of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA current NASM-CPT certification \u003cstrong\u003eor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA current health and fitness certification accredited by NCCA, NBFE or DETC \u003cstrong\u003eor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eREPs Level 3 or higher credential (candidates outside of the US only) \u003cstrong\u003eor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4-year collegiate degree \u003cstrong\u003eor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe a current Licensed or Certified Massage Therapist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this course prepares you for the Performance Enhancement Specialist exam.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to complete this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when I complete the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAm I guaranteed a job?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get financial assistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. 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