Become a Certified EXERCISE THERAPIST!
By completing your certification in Exercise Therapy, you will learn the techniques and exercises to rehabilitate your clients from training injuries or accidents.
$39
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Online Course Textbook
Exercise Therapy is a 215 page book that includes everything you need to earn an ISSA Exercise Therapy Certification. The course material is continually updated with new information so you can be sure you're receiving the most up-to-date information available.
Online Study Guide and Workbook
This online handy reference guide walks you through the course unit-by-unit, allowing you to gain a better understanding of personal trainer concepts.
Practice Exam and Section Quizzes
The practice exam and quizzes test your understanding of the materials; so while you're reading you're preparing for the exam at the same time.
Online Exercise Lab
ISSA and Hyperstrike provide you with an exclusive online exercise lab with over 250 animated exercises. 3D animation and three different angles ensure that proper form and technique are a breeze!
Online and Home Study Exam
ISSA's certification exam solidifies your proficiency as a fitness professional. Choose a paper-and-pencil exam or utilize our secure online testing portal. One No-cost Retest (if necessary).
Online Student Forum
Our online forum is where you can post client or business challenges and receive guidance from our on-staff Master Trainers and members of the ISSA family worldwide.
Free Professional Website
All ISSA members get a free website to support their personal trainer careers online. Five pages of professionally designed, easily editable, fully hosted content is included. Choose from nine designs and put your best face forward online! To learn more about this benefit, click here.
Unlimited Educational Support
All ISSA students have access to unlimited educational support. If you have questions about the course materials, our on-staff professors can guide you through.
Our course material is continually updated so you can be sure you're receiving the most accurate and up-to-date information available.
Explain the fundamental principles of therapeutic exercise; including, its definition, and use in prevention, treatment, control, rehabilitation, restoration and prevention of re-occurrence in a variety of ailments.
Describe the role and scope of practice for a Specialist in Exercise Therapy, and identify how this role fits into a client's continuum of care.
Discuss the aspects and application of functional fitness.
Define the musculoskeletal system, body mechanics, and body musculature in relation to exercise and movement.
Explain the challenges facing clients with chronic, medical conditions.
Recognize a chronic health condition(s) that may require an individual to use special care while exercising.
Identify the correct exercise(s) to address a client's specific chronic condition (cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, neurological, orthopedic, and / or sensory).
Develop a comprehensive exercise therapy program that utilizes Adaptive Programming principles and techniques to address the fitness constraints of a client.
Identify the locations for additional Exercise Therapy Support materials and resources.
Your New Career as an Exercise Therapy Specialist Starts Here
According to the American Sports Data Company Inc., numerous employment opportunities are opening up in facilities for health & fitness professionals who have an expertise in Post-Rehab exercise. Nearly 1,000 hospitals in the US alone have already opened fitness facilities and hundreds more are in various stages of development.
The broad goal of this certificate program is to train students for an entry-level position in Exercise Therapy through distance education.
Please note: The information provided in this course is for general educational purposes only. The material is not a substitute for consultation with a healthcare provider regarding particular medical conditions and needs.
Study at your own pace with flexible, online learning to fit your busy schedule.
Pass your certification exam online wherever you're most comfortable.
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