Learning Outcomes Assessment
Department of Kinesiology and Health
M.S. Program in Exercise Science
2004 - 2005
|
Learning Outcome |
Type Of Assessment |
Projected Achievement |
Actual Achievement |
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4.11.0 Knowledge and skills
necessary to identify resting and exercise ECG changes associated with the
following abnormalities: Bundle branch blocks and bifascicular
blocks, Atrioventricular blocks, Sinus bradycardia and tachycardia, Sinus arrest, Supraventricular premature contractions and tachycardia,
Ventricular premature contractions (including frequency, form, couplets,
salvos, tachycardia), Atrial flutter and
fibrillation, Ventricular fibrillation, Myocardial ischemia, injury, and
infarction |
Written Exam and Oral
arrhythmia exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.11.1 Knowledge and skills
necessary to define the limits or considerations for initiating and
terminating exercise testing or training based on the ECG abnormalities
listed above. |
Written Exam and GXT
practical exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.11.2
Knowledge and skills necessary to identify myocardial ischemia, injury, and
infarction. |
Case Studies, Written Exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.11.3 Knowledge and skills
necessary to identify cardiac arrhythmias and conduction defects during
exercise. |
Oral arrhythmia exam,
written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.11.3.1 Knowledge of the
potential causes of various cardiac arrhythmias. |
Written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.11.3.2 Knowledge of the
significance of arrhythmia occurrence during rest, exercise, and recovery. |
Practical exam GXT practical, oral
arrhythmia exam, |
90% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.11.3.4 Knowledge of appropriate
procedures in the event of such arrhythmias or conduction defects. |
Practical exam Written exam, oral
arrhythmia exam, GXT practical |
90% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.11.4 Knowledge of the
important ECG patterns at rest and during exercise in healthy persons and in
patients with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases. |
Written exam, oral
arrhythmia exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
|
4.11.5 Knowledge of the
indications and methods for ECG monitoring during exercise testing and during
exercise sessions. |
Practical exam Written
Exam, GXT practical |
90% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.11.6 Knowledge of the
causes and means of reducing false positive and false negative exercise ECG
responses. |
Written Exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.11.7 Knowledge of ECG
patterns and responses of pacemakers and programmable cardioverter
defibrillators. |
Written Exam, case studies |
90% |
100% |
|
4.1.0 Knowledge of anatomy
as it relates to exercise testing and programming. Knowledge of coronary anatomy. Knowledge of basic joint movements, muscle
actions, and points of insertions as it relates to exercise programming. |
Exam Written exam, GXT
practical, |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.1.1 Knowledge of the biomechanical
factors associated with various disease states, neuromuscular disorders, and
orthopedic limitations. Knowledge of
common gait abnormalities as they relate to exercise testing and programming. Knowledge of neuromuscular disorders (e.g.,
Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis) as they relate to modifications of
exercise testing and programming.
Knowledge of orthopedic limitations (e.g., gout, foot drop, specific
joint problems) as they relate to modifications of exercise testing and
programming. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.0 Knowledge of exercise
physiology as it relates to exercise testing and training. Knowledge of acute
and chronic adaptations to exercise for apparently healthy individuals (low risk)
and for those with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases.
Knowledge of activities that are primarily aerobic
and anaerobic. Knowledge of the unique hemodynamic
responses of arm versus leg exercise and of static versus dynamic exercise.
Knowledge of the determinants of myocardial oxygen consumption and the
effects of exercise training on those determinants. |
Written exam, Lab Exam |
75% 75% 75% |
100% 100% 100% |
|
4.3.0 Knowledge of selecting
appropriate testing and training modalities according to the age and
functional capacity of the individual. |
Exam, case studies Exam |
75% 75% 75% |
100% 100% 100% |
|
4.4.2 Knowledge of the
common procedures used for radionuclide imaging (e.g., thallium, technetium, sestamibi, single photon emission computed tomography
(SPECT), planar). |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.5
Knowledge of the differences between typical, atypical, and vasospastic angina. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.6 Knowledge
of the pathophysiology of the healing myocardium
and the potential complications after acute myocardial infarction (MI)
(extension, expansion, rupture) |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.7
Knowledge of the purpose of coronary angiography. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.8
Knowledge of the indications for use of streptokinase, tissue plasminogen activase, and other
thrombolytic agents. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.16
Knowledge of the effects of variation in ambient temperature, humidity, carbon
dioxide, ozone, and altitude on functional capacity for normal individuals
and those with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases. |
Written Exam Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam 75% |
100% of students scored
above 80% 100% |
|
4.5.4
Knowledge of the psychological issues associated with an acute cardiac event
versus those associated with chronic cardiac conditions. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.5.5
Knowledge of the psychological stages involved with the acceptance of death and
dying and ability to recognize when it is necessary for a psychological
consult or referral to a professional resource. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.6.0
Knowledge and skills necessary for interpreting medical history and physical examination
findings as they relate to health appraisal and exercise testing. |
Case studies, practical
exam Exam Written exam, case studies |
75% 90% |
100% 100% 100% |
|
4.6.1
Knowledge and skills necessary to conduct pretest procedures. |
Practical exam GXT practical, case studies |
90% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.1.1
Knowledge of basic equipment and facility requirements for exercise testing. |
Written exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.1.7 Knowledge
of the absolute and relative contraindications to an exercise test. |
Written exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.2.2
Knowledge of procedures and protocols for the exercise test, including the selection
of the exercise test protocol in terms of modes of exercise, starting levels,
increments of work, ramping versus standard protocols, length of stages, and
frequency of measures. |
Practical exam, case
studies Written exam, GXT practical |
90% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.2.3
Knowledge of appropriate techniques of measurement of physiological and
subjective responses (e.g., symptoms, ECG, blood pressure, heart rate, RPE
and other scales, oxygen saturation, and oxygen consumption measures) at appropriate
intervals during the test. |
Practical Exam Practical Exam, GXT
practical, written exam |
75% of class scoring at or
above 90% on practical exam 75% |
100% of class scored at or
above 90% 100% |
|
4.6.2.4
Knowledge of how age, weight, level of fitness, and health status are
considered in the selection of an exercise test protocol. |
Written exam, case studies |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.2.5
Knowledge of the technical factors that may indicate test termination (e.g., loss
of ECG signal, loss of power). |
Exam GXT practical, written exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.2.6
Knowledge of the clinical factors that may indicate test termination (e.g.,
termination criteria). |
GXT practical, written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.2.7
Knowledge of immediate postexercise procedures and
ability to list various approaches to cool-down. |
GXT practical, written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.3
Knowledge and skills necessary to interpret the exercise test. |
Exam Written exam, case studies |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.3.0
Knowledge of the prognostic implications of the exercise ECG and hemodynamic responses in light of the current medication
status of the participant as well as any comorbidities. |
Exam Written exam, GXT practical |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.4
Knowledge and skills necessary for administering an exercise test with
special populations or test considerations. |
Exam Written exam, GXT practical |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.4.1 Knowledge
of exercise testing procedures for various clinical populations including
those individuals with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases in
terms of exercise modality, protocol, physiological measurements, and
expected outcomes. |
Exam Written exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.4.2
Knowledge of the appropriate end points for exercise testing for various
clinical populations. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.6.4.4
Knowledge of techniques for measurement of oxygen consumption at appropriate intervals
during an exercise test for special populations (e.g., congestive heart
failure, valvular heart disease, coronary artery
disease). |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.6.4.6
Knowledge of the differences in test protocol and procedures when the
exercise test involves the addition of various methodologies to increase the
sensitivity and/or specificity of the test, such as radionuclide imaging or
echocardiography. |
Written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.4.7 Knowledge
of testing procedures and protocol for children and the elderly with or
without various clinical conditions. |
Exam Written exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
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4.6.5
Knowledge in recognizing medications commonly encountered during exercise testing
and training and knowledge of the indications and effects on the ECG, heart
rate, and blood pressure at rest and during exercise. Antianginals, Antihypertensives, Antiarrythmics,
Bronchodilators, Hypoglycemics, Psychotropics,
Vasodilators, Anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs
(warfarin, aspirin, ticlopidine,
clopidogrel, etc.), Lipid-lowering agents |
Exam Written exam, case studies |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.6
Knowledge and ability to administer and interpret basic resting spirometric tests and measures including forced
expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1.0), FVC, and MVV. |
Written exam Lab |
75% 80% |
100% 83% |
|
4.7.0
Knowledge in responding with appropriate emergency procedures to situations
which might arise before, during, and after administration of an exercise
test and/or exercise session. |
GXT practical, Written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.7.2
Knowledge of verifying operating status of and maintaining emergency
equipment. |
Written exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
|
4.8.0 Knowledge
of the implications (benefits versus risks) of exercise for individuals with
CAD risk factors and for individuals with established stable cardiovascular,
pulmonary, metabolic, and/or orthopedic disorders. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.8.1
Knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to establish and supervise
individualized exercise prescriptions based on medical information and
exercise test data, including intensity, duration, frequency, progression,
precautions, and type of physical activity for a variety of chronic disease
and disability conditions, including, but not limited to: CAD/MI, PTCA/stent, CHF, Heart transplantation, COPD, Asthma,
Bronchitis, Stroke/TIA, Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity, Renal
disease/transplantation, Common orthopedic and neuromuscular conditions |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.8.3
Knowledge of basic mechanisms of action of medications that may affect
exercise testing and the exercise prescription, including: b-Adrenergic blockers,
Diuretics, Calcium channel blockers, Antihypertensives,
Antihistamines, Antihyperglycemics, Psychotropics, Alcohol, Diet pills, Cold tablets,
Caffeine, Nicotine |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.8.6 Knowledge
in the design of a strength and flexibility program for the following
individuals or groups: Cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disease, metabolic
disease, or musculoskeletal disorders, Elderly, Children |
Case studies Exam |
75% 75% |
100% 100% |
|
4.8.9
Knowledge of the relative and absolute contraindications to exercise training
as related to the current health status of the patient. |
Case studies, practical
exam Exam |
75% 75% |
100% 100% |
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4.8.13
Knowledge of the concept of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
and its importance in the overall rehabilitation of the individual. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.8.14 Knowledge
prescribing exercise using nontraditional exercise modalities (e.g., bench stepping,
elastic bands, isodynamic exercise, water aerobics)
for individuals with cardiovascular, pulmonary, or metabolic diseases, or
those with orthopedic limitations. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.17 Skill
in adapting the exercise prescription appropriately in environmental extremes
for normal individuals and those with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and
metabolic diseases. |
Exam Practicum Internship |
75% 75% Satisfactory |
100% 100% |
|
4.6.2 Knowledge and
skills necessary for administering an exercise test. |
Practical Exam |
75% of class scoring at or
above 90% on practical exam |
100% of class scored at or
above 90% |
|
4.1.0.1 Ability
to locate anatomic landmarks for palpitation of radial, brachial, carotid,
femoral, popliteal, and tibialis
arteries. |
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.1.0.2
Ability to locate the appropriate sites for the limb and chest leads for resting,
standard, and exercise (Mason Likar)
electrocardiograms (ECGs), as well as commonly used
bipolar systems (e.g., CM-5). |
GXT practical, Written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.2.0.1 Ability
to describe the physiological effects of bed rest and discuss the appropriate
physical activities that might be used to counteract these changes. |
Written exam Case studies |
75% 75% |
100% 100% |
|
4.2.0.2
Ability to describe the normal and abnormal cardiorespiratory
responses at rest and exercise. |
Written exam Lab |
75% 90% |
100% 83% |
|
4.2.0.3
Ability to describe the principle of specificity of training as it relates to
the mode of exercise testing and training. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.0.4
Ability to list the cardiorespiratory responses
associated with postural changes. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.0.6
Ability to describe normal and abnormal chronotropic
and inotropic responses to exercise testing and
training. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.1.1
Ability to describe the aerobic and anaerobic metabolic demands of exercise
for individuals with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or metabolic diseases
undergoing exercise testing or training and the implications of such exercise. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.1.2
Ability to identify the metabolic equivalent (MET) requirements of various
occupational, household, sport/exercise, and leisure time activities. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.2.1 Ability
to describe the differences in the physiological responses to various modes
of ergometry (e.g., treadmill, cycle and arm ergometers) as they relate to exercise testing and
training. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.2.2 Ability
to discuss the effects of isometric exercise in individuals with
cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or metabolic diseases or with low functional
capacity. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.2.3.1 Ability
to explain maximal oxygen (O2) consumption and how it is measured. |
Written exam Lab |
75% 90% |
100% 83% |
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4.2.3.2
Ability to list and explain the variables measured during cardiopulmonary
exercise testing (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, rate of perceived
exertion, ventilation, oxygen consumption, ventilatory
threshold, pulmonary circulation) and their potential relationship to
cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic disease. |
Lab Exam |
90% 75% |
83% 100% |
|
4.2.3.3 Ability
to list and plot the normal resting and exercise values associated with
increasing exercise intensity (and how they may differ for diseased
population) for the following: heart rate, stroke volume, cardiac output,
double product, arteriovenous O2 difference, O2
consumption, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, minute ventilation, tidal
volume, breathing frequency, Vd/Vt, VE/VO2, and
VE/VCO2. |
Written exam, Lab |
75% 90% |
100% 83% |
|
4.3.0.1 Ability
to select an appropriate test protocol according to the age and functional
capacity of the individual. |
Case studies, practical
exam Practicum |
75% 90% 90% |
100% 100% 100% |
|
4.3.1
Ability to describe the importance of and appropriate methods for resistance
training in older individuals. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.0
Ability to risk stratify individuals with
cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases, using appropriate
materials and understanding the prognostic indicators for high-risk
individuals. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.1
Ability to list the effects of cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic
diseases on performance and safety during exercise testing and training. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.3
Ability to define myocardial ischemia and ability to identify the methods
used to measure ischemic response. |
Exam Written exam, case studies |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.4.4
Ability to describe the cardiorespiratory and
metabolic responses in myocardial dysfunction and ischemia at rest and during
exercise. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.9
Ability to describe PTCA and other catheter revascularization techniques
(e.g., atherectomy, stent
placement) as an alternative to medical management or coronary artery bypass
surgery (CABS). |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.10Ability
to demonstrate an understanding of the indications and limitations for
medical management and interventional techniques in different subsets of
individuals with CAD and CABS. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.11
Ability to describe the cardiorespiratory and
metabolic responses that accompany or result from pulmonary diseases at rest
and during exercise. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.12 Ability
to describe reversible airway (obstructive) and restrictive lung diseases and
their effect on exercise testing and training. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.13
Ability to describe the signs and symptoms of peripheral vascular diseases and
their effect on exercise. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.14
Ability to describe the metabolic responses at rest and during exercise and
potential complications in individuals with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.4.15 Ability
to describe the influence of exercise on weight reduction, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.5.0
Ability to identify and explain five behavioral strategies as they apply to lifestyle
modifications, such as exercise, diet, stress, and medication management. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
4.5.1 Ability
to describe signs and symptoms of maladjustment and/or failure to cope during
an illness crisis and/or personal adjustment crisis (e.g., job loss) that
might prompt a psychological consult or referral to other professional
services. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
4.5.2
Ability to describe the general principles of crisis management and factors
influencing coping and learning in illness states. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
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4.5.3
Ability to describe the psychological issues to be confronted by the patient
and by family members of patients who have cardiorespiratory
disease and/or who have had an acute MI or cardiac surgery. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
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4.6.0.1
Ability to obtain a routine medical history prior to health appraisal and
exercise testing. |
Practical exam Exam |
90% 75% |
100% 100% |
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4.6.0.2 Ability
to identify individuals for whom physician supervision is recommended during
maximal and submaximal exercise testing. |
Case studies Exam |
75% 75% |
100% 100% |
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4.6.0.3
Ability to identify appropriate individuals who require exercise testing prior
to exercise training. |
Case studies Exam |
75% 75% |
100% 100% |
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4.6.1.2
Ability to obtain a standard and modified (Mason-Likar)
12-lead ECG on a participant in different body positions. |
GXT Practical |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.1.3 Ability
to minimize resting ECG artifact. |
GXT Practical |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.1.4
Ability to accurately record a right and left arm blood pressure in different
body positions. |
Practical exam GXT Practical |
90% 90% |
100% 100% |
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4.6.1.5 Ability
to instruct the test participant in the use of the RPE scale and other
appropriate subjective scales, such as the dyspnea
and angina scales. |
Practical exam Practicum GXT Practical |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.1.6
Ability to gain informed consent. |
Practical exam Written exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
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4.6.2.1
Ability to calibrate testing equipment and explain procedures for calibration
(e.g., a motor-driven treadmill, mechanical cycle ergometer,
arm ergometer, electrocardiograph, and aneroid and
mercury sphygmomanometers). |
Lab Written Exam |
90% |
100% |
|
4.6.2.8
Ability to record, organize, and perform necessary
calculations of test data for summary presentation. |
Quizzes, case studies, exam Practicum GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
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4.6.3.1
Ability to provide objective recommendations to an individual regarding such
factors as physical conditioning, return to work, and performance of selected
activities for daily living (such as driving, stair climbing, sexual
activity) based on exercise test results and clinical status. |
Case studies |
75% |
100% |
|
4.6.4.3
Ability to describe silent ischemia and its implications for exercise testing
and training. |
Exam Written Exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
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4.6.4.5
Ability to explain indications for combining exercise testing with
radionuclide imaging. |
Exam Written Exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
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4.7.1 Ability
to list and describe the use of emergency equipment and personnel that should
be present in an exercise testing laboratory and rehabilitative exercise
training setting. |
Written Exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
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4.7.3 Ability
to describe emergency procedures that may arise during exercise testing or
training, including (but not limited to): Cardiac arrest, Hypoglycemia and
hyperglycemia, Bronchospasm, Sudden onset
hypotension, Serious (including possibly life-threatening) arrhythmias (VT, Vfib, etc.), ICD discharge, TIA, MI, Coronary thrombosis |
Exam Written exam, GXT practical |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
4.7.4
Ability to identify the emergency drugs that should be available in exercise testing
sessions and training sessions and to describe the mechanisms of action. |
Exam Written Exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
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4.7.5
Ability to possess necessary emergency skills similar to or associated with
current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) policies and procedures. |
Exam Written exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
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4.8.2
Ability to modify exercise (type of physical activity, intensity, duration,
progression) according to the current health status. |
Lab, case studies Exam |
75% |
100% |
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4.8.4
Ability to discuss warm-up and cool-down phenomena with specific reference to
angina and ischemic ECG changes, arrhythmias, and blood pressure changes, and
with general reference to cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
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4.8.5
Ability to discuss the appropriate use of static and dynamic exercise for
individuals with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic disease. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
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4.8.7 Ability
to discuss modifications in monitoring of exercise intensity for various
disease groups (cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases). |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
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4.8.8 Ability
to discuss possible adverse responses to exercise in various patient groups
(cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases) and what precautions may
be taken to prevent them. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
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4.8.10 Ability
to devise a supervised exercise program for the first 6 weeks after
hospitalization and for the following 3 months for the following conditions:
MI, Angina, Congestive heart failure, PTCA, CABG, Stents
and other catheter revascularization techniques, Chronic pulmonary disease,
Transplants |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.8.11
Ability to identify characteristics that correlate or predict poor compliance
to exercise programs, and strategies to increase exercise adherence. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
4.8.12
Ability to identify and describe the role of various allied health
professionals and the indications and procedures for referral necessary in a
multidisciplinary rehabilitation program. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
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4.11.2.1 Ability
to identify ECG changes that correspond to ischemia in various myocardial
regions (e.g., inferior, posterior, anteroseptal,
anterior, anterolateral, lateral). |
Written exam, case studies |
90% |
100% |
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4.11.2.2
Ability to differentiate between Q-wave and non-Q-wave infarction. |
Written Exam, Case studies |
90% |
100% |
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4.11.2.3
Ability to identify ECG changes that typically occur due to hyperventilation,
electrolyte abnormalities, and drug therapy. |
Written exam, case studies |
90% |
100% |
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4.11.3.3
Ability to identify potentially hazardous arrhythmias or conduction defects
observed on the ECG at rest, during exercise, and recovery. |
Written Exam, oral
arrhythmia exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
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4.11.4.0 Ability to identify
resting ECG changes associated with diseases other than coronary artery
disease (such as hypertensive heart disease, cardiac chamber enlargement, pericarditis, pulmonary disease, metabolic disorders). |
Written exam, case studies |
90% |
100% |
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4.11.4.1 Ability to
identify the significance of important ECG abnormalities in the designation
of the exercise prescription and in activity selection. |
Written exam, case studies,
oral arrhythmia exam |
90% |
100% |
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1.1.0 Knowledge of anatomy as
it relates to exercise and health. |
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1.1.0.1 Knowledge of the
basic structures of bone, skeletal muscle, and connective tissues. |
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1.1.0.2 Knowledge of the
basic anatomy of the cardiovascular system and respiratory system. |
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11.0.4 Knowledge of the
definition of the following terms: supination, pronation, flexion, extension, adduction, abduction,
hyperextension, rotation, circumduction, agonist,
antagonist, and stabilizer. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
1.1.1 Knowledge of
biomechanical aspects of exercise participation. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
1.1.1.1 Knowledge to
identify the plane in which each muscle action occurs. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
1.1.1.2 Knowledge of the
interrelationships among center of gravity, base of support, balance, stability,
and proper spinal alignment. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
1.1.1.4 Knowledge of and
skill to demonstrate exercises designed to enhance muscular strength and/or
endurance of specific major muscle groups. |
Lab, practical exam |
90% |
100% |
|
1.1.1.5 Knowledge of and
skill to demonstrate exercises for enhancing musculoskeletal flexibility. |
Lab, practical exam |
90% |
100% |
|
1.1.1.6 Knowledge to
describe the myotatic stretch reflex. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.1.1.7 Knowledge to
identify the primary action and joint range of motion for each major muscle
group. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
2.1.0 Knowledge of
functional anatomy and biomechanics. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
2.1.0.1 Knowledge of the
structure and ability to describe movements for the major joints of the body. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
2.1.1 Knowledge of biomechanical
principles that underlie performance of the following activities: walking,
jogging, running, swimming, cycling, weight lifting, and carrying or moving
objects. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
1.2.0 Basic knowledge of exercise
physiology as it relates to exercise prescription. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.2 Knowledge of the role
of aerobic and anaerobic energy systems in the performance of various
activities. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.3 Knowledge of the
following terms: ischemia, angina pectoris, tachycardia, bradycardia,
arrhythmia, myocardial infarction, cardiac output, stroke volume, lactic
acid, oxygen consumption, hyperventilation, systolic blood pressure,
diastolic blood pressure, and anaerobic threshold. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.4 Knowledge of the role
of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins as fuels for aerobic and anaerobic
metabolism. |
Written exam, lab |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.5 Knowledge of the components
of fitness: cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular
strength, muscular endurance, |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.6 Knowledge to describe
normal cardiorespiratory responses to static and
dynamic exercise in terms of heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen
consumption. |
Quiz, written exam, Lab |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.7 Knowledge of how
heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen consumption responses change with
adaptation to chronic exercise training. |
Written exam, Lab |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.8 Knowledge of the
physiological adaptations associated with strength training. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.10 Knowledge of the
physiological principles related to warm-up and cool-down. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.11 Knowledge of the
common theories of muscle fatigue and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.0 Knowledge of exercise
physiology including the role of aerobic and anaerobic metabolism, muscle physiology,
cardiovascular physiology, and respiratory physiology at rest and during
exercise. In addition, demonstrate an understanding of the components of
physical fitness, the effects of aerobic and strength and/or resistance
training on the fitness components and the effects of chronic disease. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.1 Knowledge of the
physiological adaptations that occur at rest and during submaximal
and maximal exercise following chronic aerobic and anaerobic exercise
training. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.2 Knowledge of the
differences in cardiorespiratory response to acute
graded exercise between conditioned and unconditioned individuals. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.3 Knowledge of the structure
of the skeletal muscle fiber and the basic mechanism of contraction. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.4 Knowledge of the
characteristics of fast and slow twitch fibers. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.5 Knowledge of the sliding
filament theory of muscle contraction. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.6 Knowledge of twitch,
summation, and tetanus with respect to muscle contraction. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.9 Knowledge of the relationship
between the number of repetitions, intensity, number of sets, and rest with
regard to strength training. |
Written exam, Lab Practical exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
2.2.10 Knowledge of the basic
properties of cardiac muscle and the normal pathways of conduction in the
heart. |
Exam Written exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
2.2.11 Knowledge of the
response of the following variables to acute exercise: heart rate, stroke volume,
cardiac output, pulmonary ventilation, tidal volume, respiratory rate, and arteriovenous oxygen difference. |
Written exam Lab |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.12 Knowledge of the
differences in the cardiorespiratory responses to
static exercise compared with dynamic exercise, including possible hazards
and contraindications. |
Written exam Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.14 Knowledge of blood
pressure responses associated with acute exercise, including changes in body
position. |
Written exam Lab Practcal exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
2.2.15 Knowledge of and
ability to describe the implications of ventilatory
threshold (anaerobic threshold) as it relates to exercise training and cardiorespiratory assessment. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.16 Knowledge of and
ability to describe the physiological adaptations of the respiratory system
that occur at rest and during submaximal and
maximal exercise following chronic aerobic and anaerobic training. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.18 Knowledge of and
ability to discuss the physiological basis of the major components of
physical fitness: flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength,
muscular endurance, and body composition. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
1.3.0 Knowledge of the
benefits and risks associated with exercise training in prepubescent and postpubescent youth. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.3.1 Knowledge of the benefits
and precautions associated with resistance and endurance training in older
adults. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.3.0 Knowledge of the
changes that occur during growth and development from childhood to old age. |
|
|
|
|
2.3.0.2 Knowledge of and
ability to describe the changes that occur in maturation from childhood to
adulthood for the following: skeletal
muscle, bone structure, reaction time, coordination, heat and cold tolerance,
maximal oxygen consumption, strength, flexibility, body composition, resting
and maximal heart rate, and resting and maximal blood pressure. |
|
|
|
|
2.3.0.3 Knowledge of the effect
of the aging process on the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular structure and
function at rest, during exercise, and during recovery. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.3.0.5 Knowledge of and
ability to describe the unique adaptations to exercise training in children,
adolescents, and older participants with regard to strength, functional
capacity, and motor skills. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.3.0.6 Knowledge of common
orthopedic and cardiovascular considerations for older participants and the
ability to describe
modifications in exercise prescription that are indicated. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.4.0 Knowledge of
cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, and musculoskeletal risk factors that
may require further evaluation by medical or allied health professionals
before participation in physical activity. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.4.0.2 Knowledge to define
the following terms: total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein
cholesterol (HDL-C), TC/HDL-C ratio, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol
(LDL-C), triglycerides, hypertension<, and atherosclerosis. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.4.0.3 Knowledge of plasma
cholesterol levels for adults as recommended by the National Cholesterol
Education Program (NCEP II). |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.0 Knowledge of the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis and how this process
is influenced by physical activity. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.1 Knowledge of the risk
factor concept of CAD and the influence of heredity and lifestyle on the
development of CAD. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.2 Knowledge of the atherosclerotic
process, the factors involved in its genesis and progression, and the
potential role of exercise training in treatment. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.4 Knowledge of
cardiovascular risk factors or conditions that may require consultation with
medical personnel before testing or
training, including inappropriate changes in resting or exercise heart rate
and blood pressure, new onset discomfort in chest, neck, shoulder, or arm,
changes in the pattern of discomfort during rest or exercise, fainting or
dizzy spells, and claudication. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.5 Knowledge of
respiratory risk factors or conditions that may require consultation with
medical personnel before testing or training, including asthma,
exercise-induced bronchospasm, extreme
breathlessness at rest or during exercise, bronchitis, and emphysema. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.6 Knowledge of metabolic
risk factors or conditions that may require consultation with medical
personnel before testing or training, including body weight more than 20%
above optimal, BMI 1 30, thyroid disease, diabetes or glucose intolerance,
and hypoglycemia. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.7 Knowledge of
musculoskeletal risk factors or conditions that may require consultation with
medical personnel before testing or training, including acute or chronic back
pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, tendonitis, and low
back pain. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.5.2 Knowledge of specific
techniques to enhance motivation (e.g., posters, recognition, bulletin boards,
games, competitions). Define extrinsic and intrinsic reinforcement and give
examples of each. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
1.5.3 Knowledge of the
stages of motivational readiness. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
2.5.1 Knowledge of symptoms
of anxiety and depression that may necessitate referral. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored above
80% |
|
2.5.2 Knowledge of the
potential symptoms and causal factors of test anxiety (i.e., performance,
appraisal threat during exercise testing) and how it may affect physiological
responses to testing. |
Written exam, GXT practical |
90% |
100% |
|
1.6.1 Knowledge of the
importance of a health/medical history. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.6.2 Knowledge of the
value of a medical clearance prior to exercise participation. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.13 Knowledge of the
advantages/disadvantages and limitations of the various body composition
techniques. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.17 Knowledge of common
drugs from each of the following classes of medications and describe the
principal action and the effects on exercise testing and prescription: Antianginals, Antihypertensives,
Antiarrhythmics, Bronchodilators, Hypoglycemics, Psychotropics,
Vasodilators |
Exam Written exam, case studies |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
1.7.0 Knowledge of and
skill in obtaining basic life support and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
certification. |
|
|
|
|
1.7.1 Knowledge of appropriate
emergency procedures (i.e., telephone procedures, written emergency
procedures, personnel responsibilities) in the group exercise setting. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.7.2 Knowledge of basic first
aid procedures for exercise-related injuries, such as bleeding,
strains/sprains, fractures, and exercise intolerance (dizziness, syncope,
heat injury). |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.7.3 Knowledge of basic
precautions taken in a group exercise setting to ensure participant safety. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.7.6 Knowledge of the
following terms: shin splints, sprain, strain, tennis elbow, bursitis, stress
fracture, tendonitis, patellar femoral pain syndrome, low back pain, plantar fasciitis, and rotator cuff tendonitis. |
|
|
|
|
1.7.8 Knowledge of
hypothetical concerns and potential risks that may be associated with the use
of exercises such as straight leg sit-ups, double leg raises, full squats,
hurdlers stretch, yoga plough, forceful back hyperextension, and standing
bent-over toe touch. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.7.1 Knowledge of safety
plans, emergency procedures, and first aid techniques needed during fitness evaluations,
exercise testing, and exercise training. |
Written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
2.7.3 Knowledge of the health/fitness
instructor's responsibilities, limitations, and the legal implications of
carrying out emergency procedures. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.7.5 Knowledge of the
initial management and first aid techniques associated with open wounds, musculoskeletal injuries,
cardiovascular/pulmonary complications, and metabolic disorders. |
|
|
|
|
2.7.6 Knowledge of the
components of an equipment maintenance/repair program and how it may be used to
evaluate the condition of exercise equipment to reduce the potential risk of
injury. |
exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.0 Knowledge of the
recommended intensity, duration, frequency, and type of physical activity necessary
for development of cardiorespiratory fitness in an
apparently healthy population. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.3 Knowledge of the
principles of overload, specificity, and progression and how they relate to
exercise programming. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.6 Knowledge of the
following terms: progressive resistance, isotonic/isometric, concentric,
eccentric, atrophy, hypertrophy, sets, repetitions, plyometrics,
Valsalva maneuver. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.16 Knowledge to
describe the various types of interval, continuous, and circuit training
programs. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.17 Knowledge to describe
various ways a leader can take a position relative to the group to enhance
visibility, participant interactions, and communication. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.19 Knowledge to describe
partner resistance exercises that can be used in a group class setting. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.21 Knowledge of the
properties of water that affect the design of a water exercise session. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.22 Knowledge of basic
music fundamentals, including downbeat, 8 count, and 32 count. |
Quizzes, Case studies,
Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.6.3 Skill to measure pulse
rate accurately both at rest and during exercise. |
Lab, Practical exam |
90% |
100% |
|
2.6.0 Knowledge, skills,
and abilities to assess the health status of individuals and the ability to
conduct fitness testing. |
Quizzes, Case studies, Practical
exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.7 Skill in
instructing participants in the use of equipment and test procedures. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.9 Skill in accurately
measuring heart rate, blood pressure, and obtaining rating of perceived
exertion (RPE) at rest and during exercise according to established
guidelines. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.12 Skill in various
techniques of assessing body composition. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.19 Skill in
techniques for calibration of a cycle ergometer and
a motor-driven treadmill. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.7.7 Skill to demonstrate
exercises used for people with low back pain. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.7.0 Skill in
demonstrating appropriate emergency procedures during exercise testing and/or
training. |
Exam GXT practical |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
1.8.4 Skill to teach and demonstrate
appropriate exercises used in the warm-up and cool-down of a variety of group exercise
classes. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.7 Skill to teach class
participants how to monitor intensity of exercise using heart rate and rating
of perceived exertion. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.8 Skill to teach
participants how to use RPE and heart rate to adjust the intensity of the
exercise session. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.10 Skill to teach and demonstrate
appropriate modifications in specific exercises for the following groups:
older adults, pregnant and postnatal women, obese persons, and persons with
low back pain. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.13 Skill to teach and demonstrate
appropriate exercises for improving range of motion of all major joints. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.23 Skill to effectively
use verbal and nonverbal cues in the group exercise setting, including
anticipatory, motivational, safety, and educational. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.24 Skill to demonstrate the proper
form, alignment, and technique in typical exercises used in the warm-up |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.1.0.3 Ability to identify
the major bones and muscles. Major muscles include, but are not limited to,
the following: trapezius, pectoralis
major, latissimus dorsi,
biceps, triceps,< rectus abdominis,
internal and external obliques, erector spinae, gluteus maximus,
quadriceps, hamstrings, adductors, abductors, and gastrocnemius. |
|
|
|
|
1.1.0.5 Ability to identify
the joints of the body. |
|
|
|
|
1.1.1.3 Ability to describe
the following curvatures of the spine: lordosis,
scoliosis, and kyphosis. |
Written exam, laboratory
experiences |
90% |
98% |
|
2.1.0.2 Ability to locate
the anatomic landmarks for palpation of peripheral pulses. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.1.0.3 Ability to locate
the brachial artery and correctly place the cuff and stethoscope in position
for blood pressure measurement. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.1.0.4 Ability to locate common sites for
measurement of skinfold thicknesses
and circumferences (for determination of body composition and waist-hip
ratio). |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.1 Ability to define
aerobic and anaerobic metabolism. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.2.9 Ability to identify
and apply to both groups and individuals methods used to monitor exercise
intensity, including heart rate and rating of perceived exertion. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.7 Ability to discuss the
physiological principles involved in promoting gains in muscular strength and
endurance. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.8 Ability to define
muscular fatigue as it relates to task, intensity, duration, and the
accumulative effects of exercise. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.13 Ability to describe
how each of the following differs from the normal condition: premature atrial contractions and premature ventricular
contractions. |
Exam Written exam, oral
arrhythmia exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
2.2.17 Ability to describe
how each of the following differs from the normal condition: dyspnea, hypoxia, and hypoventilation. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.19 Ability to explain how
the principle of specificity relates to the components of fitness. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.20 Ability to explain
the concept of detraining or reversibility of conditioning and its
implications in fitness programs. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.2.21 Ability to discuss
the physical and psychological signs of overtraining and to provide
recommendations for these problems. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
2.2.22 Ability to describe
the physiological and metabolic responses to exercise associated with chronic
disease (heart disease, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and pulmonary
disease). |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.3.2 Ability to describe specific
leadership techniques appropriate for working with participants of all ages. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.3.0.1 Ability to modify
cardiovascular and resistance exercises based on age and physical condition. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.3.0.4 Ability to
characterize the differences in the development of an exercise prescription
for children, adolescents, and older participants. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.4.0.1 Ability to determine
those risk factors that may be favorably modified by physical activity
habits. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.4.3 Ability to discuss in
detail how lifestyle factors, including nutrition, physical activity, and
heredity, influence lipid
and lipoprotein profiles. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
3.4.0 Ability to define
atherosclerosis, the factors causing it, and the interventions that may
potentially delay or reverse the atherosclerotic process. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.5.0 Ability to identify and
define at least five behavioral strategies to enhance exercise and health
behavior change (i.e.,
reinforcement, goal setting, social support). |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
1.5.1 Ability to list and
define the five important elements that should be included in each counseling
session. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
1.5.4 Ability to list and
describe three counseling approaches that may assist less motivated clients
to increase their physical activity. |
Written Exam |
75% scoring at or above 80%
on exam |
100% of students scored
above 80% |
|
2.5.0 Ability to list and describe
the specific strategies aimed at encouraging the initiation, adherence, and
return to participation in an exercise program. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.1 Ability to obtain a
health history and risk appraisal that includes past and current medical
history, family history of cardiac disease, orthopedic limitations,
prescribed medications, activity patterns, nutritional habits, stress and
anxiety levels, and smoking and alcohol use. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.2 Ability to describe
the categories of participants who should receive medical clearance prior to
administration of an exercise test or participation in an exercise program. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.3 Ability to identify
relative and absolute contraindications to exercise testing or participation. |
Exam GXT practical, written exam |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
|
2.6.0.4 Ability to discuss the
limitations of informed consent and medical clearance prior to exercise
testing. |
Quiz |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.5 Ability to obtain
informed consent. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.6 Ability to explain the
purpose and procedures for monitoring clients prior to, during, and after cardiorespiratory fitness testing. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.8 Ability to describe
the purpose of testing, select an appropriate submaximal
or maximal protocol, and conduct an assessment of cardiovascular fitness on
the cycle ergometer or the treadmill. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.10 Ability to locate
and measure skinfold sites,
skeletal diameters, and girth measurements used for estimating body
composition. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.11 Ability to
describe the purpose of testing, select appropriate protocols, and conduct assessments
of muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.14 Ability to
interpret information obtained from the cardiorespiratory
fitness test and the muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body
composition assessments for apparently healthy individuals and those with
stable disease. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.15 Ability to
identify appropriate criteria for terminating a fitness evaluation and
demonstrate proper procedures to be followed after discontinuing such
a test. |
GXT practical, written exam |
90% |
100% |
|
2.6.0.16 Ability to modify
protocols and procedures for cardiorespiratory
fitness tests in children, adolescents, and older adults. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.7.4 Ability to identify
the physical and physiological signs and symptoms of overtraining. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.7.5 Ability to list the
effects of temperature, humidity, altitude, and pollution on the physiological
response to exercise. |
Written exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.7.2 Ability to identify
the components that contribute to the maintenance of a safe environment. |
exam |
75% |
100% |
|
2.7.4 Ability to describe potential
musculoskeletal injuries (e.g., contusions, sprains, strains, fractures),
cardiovascular/pulmonary complications (e.g., tachycardia, bradycardia, hypotension/hypertension, tachypnea) and metabolic abnormalities (e.g.,
fainting/syncope, hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia, hypothermia/hyperthermia). |
Exam Written exam, GXT practical |
75% 90% |
100% 100% |
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1.8.1 Ability to
differentiate between the amount of physical activity required for health
benefits and the amount of exercise required for fitness development. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.2 Ability to describe
exercises designed to enhance muscular strength and/or endurance of specific
major muscle groups. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.5 Ability to teach the components
of an exercise session (i.e., warm-up, aerobic stimulus phase, cool-down,
muscular strength/endurance, flexibility). |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.9 Ability to calculate
training heart rates using two methods: percent of age-predicted maximum
heart rate and heart rate reserve (Karvonen). |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.11 Ability to recognize
proper and improper technique in the use of resistive equipment such as
stability balls, weights, bands, resistance bars, and water exercise
equipment. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.12 Ability to recognize
proper and improper technique in the use of cardiovascular conditioning equipment (e.g.,
steps, cycles, slides). |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.14 Ability to modify
exercises in the group setting for apparently healthy persons of various
fitness levels. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
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1.8.15 Ability to teach a progression
of exercises for all major muscle groups to improve muscular strength and endurance. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |
|
1.8.18 Ability to
communicate effectively with exercise participants in the group exercise
session. |
Exam |
75% |
100% |
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1.8.20 Ability to
demonstrate techniques for accommodating various fitness levels within the
same class. |
Lab, Practical exam |
75% |
100% |