Summary

At the start of this module, you completed a pre-check. Let’s see how you’ve progressed.

The 6 learning outcomes assessed in this module are:

• 5.1 Apply industry recognised pre-screening tools such as Exercise New Zealand endorsed pre-screen or equivalent and exercise adherence strategies to ensure safe and effective outcomes for clients.
• 5.2 Apply the use of measurement tools and assessment documentation relevant to an individual client’s programme goals.
• 5.3 Modify an exercise programme and apply relevant progression, regression and appropriate modification parameters for common conditions that could include obesity, arthritis, diabetes, pregnancy or age specific individuals, groups or communities.
• 5.4 Review and update exercise plans or programmes.
• 5.5 Monitor progress of client and apply appropriate intervention strategies for continued involvement in programme.
• 5.6 Developing strategies to support and optimize client performance.

Check out these videos about training different special populations clients:

• Elderly clients: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLWyGFFopx4
• Obese clients: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p275Cs2hY7w
• Pregnant clients: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1E2WEsXqVTE

An important part of study is self-directed learning. Research the areas of this module that intrigued you, but also those that challenged you. Here are some suggestions for further learning.

Read

• Great Programme Design: The Fundamentals by PT Direct
• Industry News from ExerciseNZ

Do

Check out the benefits to being registered with REPs and explore registration options for after you graduate.

Create a playlist to motivate and hit the gym. Remember to aim for 12.5 hours of fitness-based self-directed study each week if you are full-time, and 5 hours if you are part-time.

Assess

This module has 2 assessments:

• 05A1 Special Populations Part A
• 05A2 Special Populations Part B

Congratulations on completing Special Populations and Exercise Adherence