FHP307 - Fitness Assessment II

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Subject Title
Fitness Assessment II

Subject Description

This course expands on FHP102, as well as previous courses (FHP 101, 201) as it relates to formative and summative methodologies of Fitness Assessments. The course examines fitness assessments applicable for general, high performance athletes, and rehabilitative populations. Through lectures and practicums, students will demonstrate techniques, protocols, identified norms for safe and effective assessments in both individual and group testing environments. Topics include: health screening, medications, body composition, aerobic and anaerobic field tests, muscular strength and endurance, power, speed, agility, and movement screens. Students will also conduct needs analysis, data collection and interpretation of assessments based on current research evidence. Upon successful completion, students will be able to utilize various methodologies of fitness assessments while demonstrating technical competence in various settings. 

Credit Status
This is a required course in the Fitness and Health Promotion diploma program.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

  1. Explain the importance of health screens to gather subjective and objective information of client
  2. Select appropriate assessments for various populations by using course frameworks
  3.  Describe and demonstrate fitness assessment protocols properly and safely
  4.  Compare assessment results gathered in practicums to normative data
  5. Create a fitness assessment protocol for a client (general or high performance)

Essential Employability Skills
    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
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