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Aim: To acquire basic knowledge of Exercise Science as a foundation for Fitness Trainer Level 1 certification course

Duration: 20 hours.

The course is conducted on a part-time basis, with either online or onsite lectures. Participants are expected to attend > 90% of the programme and pass an exam at the end of the course. The course schedule will be given ahead of time, and participants should ensure that they are able to commit to the schedule when signing up for the course.

Course Fee: $820

Dates and timing:

27 March to 31 March 2023

Exam dates:

8 April 2023, 3 pm – 5 pm

Venue: To be announced at a later date

Minimum class size:

The course will only operate with a minimum class size of 20 pax. Participants will be informed by 17 March 2023 if the course is cancelled. Refund (100%) will be given to those who signed up if the class is cancelled due to low subscription

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Course outline

Part I: Basic Exercise Science (20 hours)
a. Introduction to Exercise Science (2 h)

• Exercise as a science
• Exercise Science disciplines
• Integrative approach to physical performance
• Basic concepts and principles of exercise training

b. Human anatomy and kinesiology (biomechanics): 4 h

• Anatomical terminologies
• Skeletal system and exercise movement
• Muscular system and exercise movement
• Movement analysis (kinesiology)

c. Exercise Physiology and Adaptation to Physical Training: 4 h

• Cardiovascular system
• Respiratory System
• Metabolic system
• Muscular system

d. Exercise Nutrition: 2 h

• Fundamental principles and concepts
• Macro and micro-nutrients
• Daily nutritional requirements
• Dietary assessments
• International consensus and guidelines

e. Body Composition and Weight Management: 2 h

• Definition of body mass and composition
• Measurement of body mass and composition
• Theories and international consensus on obesity
• Strategies for weight management

f. Exercise Psychology: 2 h

• Definition and scope of psychology and sociology
• Models of human behaviour
• Feedback and behaviour modification
• Motivation and exercise adherence

g. Exercise safety (1 h)

• Definition and concepts
• Acute and chronic injuries
• Risk identification and management
• National Sport Safety Guidelines

h. Basic Exercise Screening and Prescription (3 h)

• Pre-exercise screening
• FITT model for exercise prescription