Build programs on real data, not guesswork. In the Fitness Assessment and Exercise Specialist certification, you’ll lead clients from thorough intake to targeted training: screen health risks and readiness; interpret contraindications and referral needs; and analyze posture, movement, and muscle balance to spot compensations. Learn to select and administer valid tests for strength, endurance, power, mobility, and cardiorespiratory fitness—then translate findings into precise exercise prescriptions, progressions, and recovery plans. You’ll tailor volume and intensity to goals and constraints, adapt for common conditions within scope, coach technique with clear cues, and track change with practical metrics so clients improve safely and consistently.
Fitness Assessment & Exercise Specialist
Course Goals
- Apply evidence-based screening and risk stratification to set safe starting points.
- Analyze posture, movement, and muscle balance to guide exercise selection.
- Administer and interpret strength, power, mobility, and cardio tests.
- Convert results into goal-driven prescriptions with smart progression and recovery.
- Monitor outcomes and adjust plans to maintain safety, relevance, and momentum.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate preparticipation screening tools and contraindications; know when to refer.
- Use movement assessments (e.g., squat, hinge, push/pull, gait) to identify compensations.
- Select appropriate field/lab tests and calculate key metrics (e.g., HR zones, 1RM estimates).
- Design phased programs using volume, intensity, density, tempo, and rest to match goals.
- Implement monitoring (RPE, HR, session logs) and update prescriptions based on trends.
Skills Gained
- Build intake workflows and informed-consent checklists that streamline onboarding.
- Set up reliable test batteries and standardize data collection for repeatability.
- Write clear exercise prescriptions with regressions/progressions and coaching cues.
- Create progression ladders and deload plans that balance stress and recovery.
- Communicate results and next steps with simple dashboards clients understand.
Course Essentials & Requirements
Course Package Includes:
- Comprehensive Textbook
- Study Guide
- 100-question multiple-choice, open-book certification exam
- Certificate upon obtaining a passing exam score
Recommended Prerequisites:
- CPR/First Aid Certification are highly recommended although not required.
- Personal Trainer Certification is also encouraged to enhance your learning.
Course & Delivery Options:
E-book and E-course
Your e-book will arrive via email within 48 business hours and you will have immediate access to the Study Guide and exam in your IFPA Account.
Physical Book and E-course
Your physical book will ship within 7 business days, while the Study Guide and exam are ready to access now in your IFPA Account.
Complete Physical Course Package
Your book, study guide, and exam will all ship together within 7 business days. For faster delivery, you can select rush shipping on the Special Services page.
Duration:
This course must be completed within six months from your registration date.
Extensions:
Extensions for an additional three months are available for purchase on the Special Services page.
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