Sports Medicine Specialist
Discover practical, straightforward ways to help clients avoid injuries and bounce back more effectively with the Sports Medicine Specialist certification. This course guides you through simple yet powerful techniques to protect against injuries across all body areas, from shoulders to ankles, with clear advice for both sports-related and everyday strains. Perfect for certified trainers and adaptable for professionals in other fields, this certification offers hands-on guidance to help clients stay active safely. While not a substitute for medical care, you’ll gain the knowledge to support clients’ movement goals with confidence—whether they're competitive athletes, weekend warriors, or simply people who want to feel their best.
This course offers flexible learning pathways to suit your style:
- E-course with E-book – Perfect for those who love learning on-the-go.
- E-course with Printed Book – Ideal for a hands-on approach with the blend of digital and physical learning.
- Printed Book with Physical Course Materials – Great for tactile learners who prefer comprehensive, hands-on materials.
Course Goals
- Understand exercise prescriptions and targeted exercises for injuries to the ankle, foot, lower leg, knee, thigh, and back.
- Develop a strong understanding of exercises that address and prevent back and neck injuries.
- Learn effective exercise prescriptions and exercises for the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.
- Become proficient in exercises focused on injury prevention and proactive sports medicine approaches.
- Grasp the treatment strategies for both common and rare injuries across all levels of athletic performance—from casual athletes to professionals—ensuring support and recovery when injuries occur.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain a strong foundation in sports medicine principles for the care and prevention of injuries related to sports and fitness.
- Develop skills to prescribe safe, effective, and targeted exercise interventions in sports medicine with confidence and accuracy.
- Clearly understand and apply the essential "Do’s and Don’ts" of sports medicine, dispelling common misconceptions.
- Master the use of rehabilitation exercises that align with sports medicine protocols, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
- Acquire the skills needed to rehabilitate a range of injuries affecting different muscles, joints, and bones, addressing dysfunctions with precision.
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Skills Gained
- Recognize key indicators "General Tip-Offs" commonly seen in sports medicine injuries and dysfunctions.
- Identify and apply safe, effective steps for managing specific sports medicine injuries and dysfunctions.
- Understand the qualities to look for in a skilled sports medicine doctor for the best patient outcomes.
- Apply sports medicine principles to prescribe safe and effective exercise plans that support overall health and recovery.
- Gain knowledge of the necessary preparations and procedures for sports medicine surgeries and operations.
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Course Essentials & Requirements
Course Package Includes:
- Comprehensive Textbook
- Study Guide
- 100-question multiple-choice, open-book certification exam
- Certificate upon obtaining a passing exam score
Recommended Prerequisites:
- CPR/First Aid Certification are highly recommended although not required.
- Personal Trainer Certification is also encouraged to enhance your learning.
Course & Delivery Options:
E-book and E-course
Your e-book will arrive via email within 48 business hours and you will have immediate access to the Study Guide and exam in your IFPA Account.
Physical Book and E-course
Your physical book will ship within 7 business days, while the Study Guide and exam are ready to access now in your IFPA Account.
Complete Physical Course Package
Your book, study guide, and exam will all ship together within 7 business days. For faster delivery, you can select rush shipping on the Special Services page.
Duration:
This course must be completed within six months from your registration date.
Extensions:
Extensions for an additional three months are available for purchase on the Special Services page.
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