EXER 116 - Health Fitness Assessment & Programming

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Manchester

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Description:

This course will focus upon health screening and risk stratification, pre-test evaluation, and basic principles and guidelines of physical fitness assessment. The assessment of cardiorespiratory capacity and body composition will be emphasized. Calculation and interpretation of data ascertained from the fitness assessments will be an integral part of the course. The course will include development of exercise programs based upon assessment results, client goals and health limitations. American College of Sports Medicine KSA's (knowledge, skills, abilities) and guidelines will be incorporated into the course framework. Prerequisite: EXER113.

Credits:

4.00

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.mcc.commnet.edu/

Phone Number:

(860) 512-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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