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Rehabilitation

Many people who enlist the help of a personal trainer require a modified program due to an injury or chronic pain. Fitnation has a range of courses that address common rehabilitation requirements.

Available Courses

  1. Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation

    Addresses the role of a fitness professional in the rehabilitation process, with specific emphasis is on knee, shoulder and back.

    Delivery method

    • Online
    • Correspondence
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  2. Dealing with Back Pain

    Being able to diagnose and treat back pain takes years of training. The purpose of this course is to give fitness professionals an understanding of common back conditions, helping to ensure they recognise their role in the rehabilitation process.

    Delivery method

    • Online
    • Correspondence
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  3. Dealing with Knee Injuries & Conditions

    The objective of this course is to not only alert fitness professionals to a range of common knee injuries and conditions but also their role in the rehabilitation process. It is important however to note that being able to diagnose and treat knee pain takes years of training.

    Delivery method

    • Online
    • Correspondence
    • Campus
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  4. Dealing with Shoulder Injuries & Conditions

    Being able to diagnose and treat shoulder pain takes years of training, however it’s important that fitness professionals are aware, both of common shoulder injuries and conditions, as well as recognising the role they play in the rehabilitation process.

    Delivery method

    • Online
    • Correspondence
    • Campus
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  5. Physical Conditions and Exercise (Disabilities)

    As when dealing with children, older adults and pregnancy, exercise prescription for those with a physical condition, has its own unique parameters. The aim of this course is to provide overview of the consideration and principles involved.

    Delivery method

    • Online
    • Correspondence
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  6. Postural Analysis & Correctional Exercise

    Fitness professional will the technique of assessing a client's posture and recognising common postural problems illustrated. Correctional exercises for postural problems are also covered.

    Delivery method

    • Online
    • Correspondence
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  7. Principles of Sports Injury Rehabilitation

    With an emphasis placed on understanding the physiology of healing and implementing progressive rehabilitation exercise programs, this course offers fitness professionals a grounding in the principles of dealing with rehabilitating clients.

    Delivery method

    • Online
    • Correspondence
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Testimonials

  • Rebecca (July 2009)

    To be able to study to be a personal trainer by correspondence was priceless.  The course materials were easy to read and assessments were returned promptly.  The customer service I received over the phonewas excellent.  Fitnation is to be commended on an excellent all round package - courses, materials and customer service.

  • Linda (Oct 2008)

    Very helpful whenever I needed advice.  I have recommended Fitnation to many of my employees for further education.

  • Tara (July 2009)

    I thought the course was fantastic.  I enjoyed learning everything and am looking forward to completing other courses with you in the future.  I have referred people to Fitnation as I have learnt so much and your courses are very affordable.  Everyone I had contact with throughout my course was very supportive.