FITNESS SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION   020 • AEROBIC INSTRUCTOR TRAINING 3.0 units Lecture 2 hours; lab 3 hours A course developed to train the aerobic professional or enthusiast. Emphasis will be on the practical understanding of basic anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, prevention and care of injuries and nutrition. An understanding of lesson planning, proper instructional techniques, posture and exercise safety will be discussed. Teaching experience and videotaping will be available. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 021 • SPORTS INJURIES 1.5 units Lecture 3 hours (9 weeks) Advisory: PE 025 This course is designed specifically for the fitness specialist or enthusiast who wants a basic understanding of the prevention and care of athletic injuries. Emphasis will be on fitness related injuries as well as preventative steps recommended to avoid injuries. Basic awareness of the needs of special populations will also be discussed. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 022 • SPORTS NUTRITION 1.5 units Lecture 3 hours (9 weeks) Advisory: PE 027 Acceptable for credit: California State University This course is designed specifically for the fitness specialist or enthusiast who wants a basic understanding of nutritional principles as they relate to exercise and sports. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the role of nutrients in physical performance. Body composition, pre-competition meals, and the efficacy of ergogenic aids will also be discussed. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 023 • FITNESS TESTING 1.5 units Lecture 3 hours (9 weeks) Acceptable for credit: California State University This course is designed specifically for the fitness specialist or enthusiast who is interested in learning to administer basic fitness tests that can be used to evaluate an individual's strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, body composition, and posture. The standards for evaluating these tests will be discussed as well as principles used in designing an exercise prescription. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 025 • ANATOMY AND KINESIOLOGY 1.5 units Lecture 3 hours (9 weeks) Acceptable for credit: California State University This course is designed specifically for the fitness specialist or anyone desiring to learn in greater detail the muscles of the body and their movements. This course is relevant for those individuals considering teaching aerobic dance classes or becoming a personal trainer. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 026 • WEIGHT TRAINING PRINCIPLES AND ROUTINES 1.5 units Lecture 3 hours (9 weeks) Acceptable for credit: California State University This course is designed specifically for those students interested in pursuing the fitness specialist certificate specialty in personal training or anyone interested in learning about strength development and specific routines. Emphasis will be on strength routines that develop various body parts as well as programs that enhance muscle strength, size, tone definition and cardiovascular condition. A thorough knowledge of the weight training facilities including equipment, as well as physiology, kinesiology and anatomy will be covered. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 027 • EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY 1.5 units Lecture 3 hours (9 weeks) Acceptable for credit: California State University This course is designed specifically for the fitness specialist or anyone desiring to learn how the body responds physiologically to exercise. Topics covered will include how the body responds and adapts to exercise, muscle and cardiovascular physiology, metabolism, flexibility, body composition and environmental conditions. Course is relevant for those individuals considering teaching aerobic dance classes or becoming a personal trainer. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 028 • BODY ALIGNMENT AND STRETCHING TECHNIQUES 1.5 units Lecture 3 hours (9 weeks) Acceptable for credit: California State University This course is designed for the fitness specialist or enthusiast. Emphasis will be placed upon identifying efficient body alignment, outlining techniques for achieving correct alignment and designing programs that will enhance correct body alignment. Proper stretching techniques and various stretching styles will also be covered in the course. Credit/No Credit Option. May be repeated one time. 029 • PERSONAL TRAINING FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS 1.0 unit Lecture 3 hours (6 weeks) Acceptable for credit: University of California, California State University This course is designed for the fitness specialist or enthusiast who wants a more complete understanding of how to provide appropriate exercise training for individuals who have health conditions or considerations. These special populations include individuals with conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, aging and the elderly, pregnancy, and asthma. The students will study body anatomy and physiology, the pathophysiology of the disease or condition, appropriate exercise training and its implications for health benefits. Credit/No Credit Option. Xo   Mission College 3000 Mission College Blvd. Santa Clara, CA 95054-1897 408-988-2200 comments top | pe home | mc home