The ACSM/NCHPAD Inclusive Fitness Specialist Certificate Course is an essential resource for exercise professionals seeking to expand their expertise in inclusive fitness practices. The course provides comprehensive training on adapting fitness services for individuals with disabilities.
This online course offers 26 structured lessons, each featuring a recorded lecture and a brief quiz to reinforce learning. A 125-question final exam concludes the course, ensuring a deep understanding of the material. Topics include anatomy, bioenergetics, disability advocacy, inclusive fitness standards, adaptive training protocols, and tailored exercise prescriptions.
Key learning objectives include:
- Recognizing and addressing challenges in fitness and health services for people with disabilities.
- Understanding inclusive standards for fitness facilities, such as ADA compliance and Universal Design.
- Acquiring skills to accommodate individuals with diverse disabilities.
- Learning to customize exercise prescriptions for different disability groups.
The course content is developed with support from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). While this course is no longer an NCCA-accredited certification, it is now offered as an educational certificate, enabling participants to gain advanced knowledge and demonstrate their expertise in inclusive fitness practices.
Participants have one year to complete the course from the date of purchase. For courses purchased before November 1, 2024, completion by December 31, 2024, is recommended to avoid potential disruptions in access.
For additional details or inquiries, contact onlinelearning@acsm.org.
