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 Learn Aerobic Fitness online -ACS Open Learning Course
Lessons in this course cover elements necessary for a career in aerobic instruction such as class design, leadership, and organising classes. This is a course for both fitness professionals who want to develop a greater depth of understanding; or individuals who want to pay more serious attention to their own well being.
This course will provide you with knowledge and skills needed to be able to conduct exercise to music classes in a safe and enjoyable manner which promotes health and fitness to the community. |
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| Start or Build a Business as a Personal Trainer.
A Personal Trainer is more often than not a self employed fitness leader who works one on one with clients, providing services that are more in depth and often with a broader scope than what a typical gym based fitness leader might offer. In most countries, there are no legal requirements for being a personal trainer; however, there can certainly be risks and legal liability to consider if you are not properly skilled at what you do. A course such as this will take you well beyond the level of training that an average fitness leader will receive. Amongst other things, this course incorporates Life Coaching training which is recognised through the Association of Coaching. |
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Learn Aqua Fitness online -ACS Open Learning Course
Exercise in Water is...
- Less stressful than on land
- Great for rehabilitation (after injury or surgery)
- A valuable technique for fitness leaders, personal trainers and coaches
Aqua Fitness activities might be defined as any fitness activities undertaken when the body is submerged or partially submerged in water. This can include Swimming, Diving (high board or scuba), Snorkeling, Aqua Aerobics, Hydrostatic Stretching, Deep Water Running, or even more structured activities such as Water Volleyball or Water Polo.
This course is relevant to all of these to a point, though the emphasis is Aqua Aerobics, Deep Water Running, Swimming and Stretching and will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to plan and conduct an Aqua Fitness class. It is perfect for anyone interested in water fitness and safety as well as teaching some of the essential elements such as aqua fitness equipment and facilities, hydrostatic and hydrodynamic principles, and program design and facilitating.
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 A great course for anyone wishing to learn more about the safe use of aromatherapy essential oils for healing and relaxation. This course provides an introduction to the safe use of Aromatherapy oils.
Essential oils are the backbone of Aromatherapy. Their effectiveness is dependent on their safe and proper use, as well as on the quality of the oil used. Oils work in a much more subtle way than many commercially prepared products and in many situations aremore suitable for preventative treatment rather than cure.
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 Study, Learn and Work in Human Health and Fitness Management
- Open Learning Course -flexible, self paced
- Lots of options to specialize
- Start with a single module if you prefer, then transfer into this Associate Diploma after you are sure this is where you want to study
- Opportunity for personal mentoring from international experts based in both Australia and the UK -providing a unique international flavour to your education
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 Back care is a modern disease! Looking after your back should be a priority for everyone, and this ciourse is an important step toward improving your capacity to deal with or at least minimize problems associated with the back, for yourself and those around you.
Through this course you will obtain a basic understanding of how to manage minor back injuries, and who to turn to for rehabilitative care if you suffer a more serious injury. Assess posture and understand the possible causes and symptoms of poor posture. Understand the different anatomical structures that make up the back and spine. Become familiar with medical terminology relating to the back and spine.
This is a non credit, general interest course (ie. unlike most other courses, not able to be used as credit in a qualification) |
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Learn about Cardio Respiratory Health and Biology online -ACS Open Learning Course
Cardiorespiratory Performance is an advanced biology course that requires students to have previous study in Anatomy and Physiology (BSC101 Human Biology 1A or equivalent). The course focuses on the physiology of the blood, heart, vasculature, lungs and airways. Students will gain insight into the vital processes that occur in the healthy cardiovasular and respiratory systems and the physiology, anatomy and biochemistry and basic physics driving these processes. Comparison between the resting and active states, as well as the impact of medical conditions and other factors on cardiorespiratory performance is made, and students will discover and investigate the regulation of this vital multi-organ system.
Topics include pulmonary ventilation, gas exchange, gas laws, blood physiology, haemoglobin, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport, cardiac output, electrocardiograms, oxygen utilisation and energy production, cardiac output, lung function and more. |
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Learn Health Industry Skills online -ACS Open Learning Course
 This course aims to equip you with skills that would be valued by employers in the health industry. Internationally accredited through IARC
This certificate may assist you in a range of jobs including:
- Reception/Administration in a Health centre or Complimentary Medicine practice
- Health or medical products marketing
- or as the first step toward a higher qualification.
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 Lay the foundation for a career in human nutrition.
Learn the basic skills needed to advise or counsel people in this area. It is ideal for those with existing qualifications in health, hospitality, food technology or related disciplines.
The course is also suitable for students who want to provide general nutritional advice to improve fitness and wellbeing through diet, or to improve their own diet. Students will NOT be qualified to advise others on medical or health problems, based on this course alone; but the course may be a foundation for working in food industries, health food retailing, administration and health support.
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 Learn about Nutrition for Children by e-Learning
This course studies nutritional needs from pre-pregnancy stage to the adolescent's diet.
It is an ideal course for people working with or wanting to work with children, people in the healthcare industry or for mothers wanting to enhance their knowledge for their child’s nutrition. This course was developed by qualified and experienced nutritionists following a great demand. Unique in its kind available by distance education.
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This course covers more than most!
-More human biology than most fitness certificates
-Satisfies BOTH Australian and UK Fitness accreditation dicuments.
-Satisfies foundation studies in health science diplomas. |
This course focuses on teaching the theory and practical skills needed to work successfully in the fitness field. It was developed by fitness leaders with experience in different countries, so it is globally relevant and can be adapted to any fitness context. It is is aimed at students who wish to work as fitness leaders in gymnasiums, health clubs, etc. Students should check with potential employers prior to enrolling as to their qualification/registration requirements.
Recognition (Ask for more detail):
- Satisfies Level 1 & 2 Exercise & Fitness Knowledge (U.K.)
- Satisfies content of Certificate III (Fitness Instructor and Certificate IV (Personal Trainer);
- Arrangements to upgrade to formal Fitness Leader registration through partner institutions in both Australia and UK
- Provides credit toward Diplomas or Certificates accredited by the International Accreditation & Recognition Council
- Provides articulartion into further studies with other colleges around the world (affiliates of ACS)
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 Health and Fitness are only two of the many different words used to describe people’s physiological condition. The Health and Fitness industry is not a clearly defined industry, for it includes many aspects, and it overlaps onto many other fields, such a medicine, sports, recreation, tourism, education and so on. As you commence this course, your perception of the scope of this field may be limited, but by the time you complete the course, your perspective will have broadened considerably. Your ability to identify prospects for employment, and to pursue those that suit you, will have also broadened.
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This course provides an understanding of the sources, actions, and interactions of nutrients from the food that we consume. Looking at the balance of the nutrients in foods and what makes up a balanced diet. Excellent for anyone interested in nutrition and health for themselves or to help or counsel others.
More than just a collection of information; this is a carefully developed program developed and tutored by university trained and experienced nutritional scientists; providing a sequence of learning experiences, including interaction one on one with our highly qualifed tutors.
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E-Learning Course -Learn to Plan a Healthy Diet
Expanding on the themes of Nutrition I, this course is aimed at informing students of the effects of different food storage, preservation and preparation techniques on the nutrient value of foods. Combined with an indepth study of vitamins and minerals, and the symptomology of nutrient deficiencies and excesses, student are able to assess the diets of those around them and understand the direct relationship between diet and health. |
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 This comprehensive introductory course focuses on the management and development of recreational facilities (eg. Leisure centres, Swim centres, Sporting complexes, Gymnasiums, Health clubs etc.) Over 13 lessons, it deals with both day to day management as well as more broad based planning, development and redevelopment.
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 Learn to manage weight more effectively.
- Health & Fitness Professionals -Learn to provide more sound, up to date advice to clients
- People who are concerned about a family member -Gain a far better insight into their condition, and learn how to help them.
Weight is affected by a number of things: exercise, nutrition, psychology and other things. This course lays a foundation for understanding weight control; particularly with respect to what a person eats. Study for self improvement (to help understand and reduce their own weight); or by someone working in the fields of health or fitness, in order to improve their understanding and capacity to help clients. |
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 Learn about the relationship between nutrition and health.
Many diseases are caused by improper nutrition. Other diseases are aggrivated by poor nutrition. There is a well established link between nutrition and wellbeing; quality of life and longevity. Our understanding of this link is probably never likely to be complete, but a heightened awareness can go a long way to improving your ability to influence the state of health of both yourself and everyone around you.
This course deals with the management of foods to optimize health as well as covering different ways of eating, food toxicity, and detoxification. It can stand alone or be used in combination with other nutritioon courses offered through this school.
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 ARE YOU TIRED?
TOO MUCH TO DO....TOO LITTLE TIME????
This course aims to develop a heightened awareness of your potential energy and limitations to that energy in order that you may better manage this important but finite resource. |
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 A valuable course for anyone working, or wishing to work with children as well as anyone wanting to expand their understanding and knowledge of child development through play and safety in play. Our staff have experience training play leaders since the late 1970s.
Play leaders are people who create and manage play opportunities. Sometimes play leaders are people who are fulfilling a duel role. They can be parents, teachers, pre school teachers, or nannies, who look after both the play needs, and other needs of children in their care.
Some play leaders are employed specifically to concentrate on managing the play needs of children. They may be an assistant to a teacher or care worker, or they may be employed in a supervised playground, play centre or other facility that focuses on play. |
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Learn all about strength training; to build muscles through a safe program of exercise and weight training.
This is a valuable course for:
- Sporting and Life Coaches
- Fitness instructors and Physical Education teachers
- Allied Health Professionals
- Sports people
- Anyone wanting to better understand and improve their personal fitness
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 Learn how nutrition relates to sporting performance.
This course details some elements such as energy in the athlete's body, fluids, competition and training diets. Perfect for the amateur (or professional) sportsman, trainer, coach, or anyone wanting to better manage diet for improved or more appropriate sporting performance.
Comment from the supervisor of a group of students who took this course:
The Sports Nutrition course is providing our student athletes with some excellent information and fuelled some good discussion amongst them. Good class! Narda
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Study from home! Eat your way to health.
This fantastic course in therapeutic nutrition is designed to give people knowledge of how nutrition can be used to prevent and treat symptoms of disease.
This course covers many aspects of nutrition for health and is comprehensively written to give an understanding of diet and factors of disease, and more importantly, how to ease symptoms of disease...
Therapy through nutrition. |
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