Description
A special population specialist is a fitness professional who creates safe and effective exercise programs for individuals with chronic and/or temporary health conditions and/or other unique needs. These special populations can include seniors, and people with diseases like Diabetes or Parkinson’s.
Duration
3 months approximately
Certificates Awarded
1. FSSA Academy Certificate of Achievement as a CSPS [Certified Special Population Specialist]
Delivery of the program
Hybrid, Blended Learning
Assessment(s)
• Case Study Type
Learning Objectives
In the training, we talk about description of each condition, Symptoms, risk factors associated with that condition, Physical activity benefits and specific guidelines.
Modality: 100% online, Tutor led
Fee includes: Course manual (digital), training, formative and summative assessments and final certificate of achievement
Prerequisite(s)
• Should be able to read, understand and write basic English
• Should be over 18 years of age at the time of enrollment
• Must have Aadhar card
• Must have access to a tablet and/or laptop or smartphone