Personal Training for Special Populations

Personal Training for Special Populations (PT-SP)
Certification Course

In this course, we provide certified personal trainers with the knowledge and skills to work with clients who have specific medical conditions or unique needs. Our PT-SP course equips trainers with the expertise to handle cases that require specialized programming and understanding.

The human body is a complex system, and issues or injuries can impact its overall functioning. As a PT-SP, you will gain the added knowledge of various metabolic and musculoskeletal disorders, as well as the contra-indications of those medical conditions. This allows you to provide appropriate programming for individuals with chronic ailments or a history of acute conditions.

Our PT-SP course is designed to give you an edge in your personal training career. It expands your market by enabling you to help people strengthen and improve their physical performance despite their medical issues. By earning the K11 PT-SP Certificate, you will experience tremendous growth and recognition in the fitness industry.

Please note that clearing any of the K11 Personal Training Courses is compulsory to enroll in the PT for Special Populations Course.

Learning Outcomes

Fundamental Responsibilities and Ethical Considerations: Understand the important responsibilities and ethical considerations of being a PT-SP

Effective Communication with Diverse Health Conditions: Develop strategies for effective communication with clients who have diverse health conditions.

Biomechanics and Human Movement: Learn the basic principles of biomechanics and how they apply to human movement.

Movement Analysis and Injury Prevention: Analyze movement patterns to optimize exercise techniques and prevent injuries.

Osteoporosis and Bone Health: Develop safe and effective exercise programs tailored for individuals with osteoporosis to enhance bone health.

Fascia Conditioning: Understand the structure and function of fascia in the body and integrate fascia conditioning exercises into training programs to improve flexibility and reduce injury risk.

Joint Complexes and Rehabilitation: Design rehabilitation and strengthening exercises for various joint complexes, considering common injuries and conditions.

Specific Health Conditions: Understand the characteristics and implications of specific health conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and vertigo.

Individualized Exercise Programs: Create individualized exercise programs that address clients' unique needs and limitations with these conditions, ensuring safety and effectiveness.

Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise: Understand the physiological changes during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and develop safe and beneficial exercise programs for prenatal and postpartum clients to support their health and recovery.

Posture Assessment and Corrective Exercises: Perform comprehensive posture assessments to identify imbalances and dysfunctions, and develop corrective exercise programs to address postural issues and improve overall alignment.

Syllabus

  • Introduction to PT-SP
  • Vital Systems of the Human Body
  • Basic Concepts in Biomechanics
  • Skeletal System
  • Osteoporosis
  • Soft Tissues of the Human Body
  • Fascia Conditioning
  • Ankle & Foot Complex
  • Knee Complex
  • Hip Complex
  • Spine
  • Wrist & Hand Complex
  • Elbow Complex
  • Shoulder Complex
  • Posture Assessment
  • Arthritis
  • Poliomyelitis, Vertigo
  • Hernia, Diabetes Mellitus, Varicose Veins
  • Training in Prenatal & Postpartum Period

Total Face to Face (Ftf) Learning Hours

117

Sessions

Theory: 40

Examination

  • Theory Examination
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Certifications

  • K11 Certified Personal Trainer for Special Populations Certificate
  • Trauma Response Certificate from Australian Lifesaving Academy

Course Investment

Easy Monthly Installments for a tenure of up to 6 months.

  • DetailsCourse Fees (in INR)
  • Personal Training for Special Populations (PT-SP) Course Fee ₹ 65,000
  • Trauma Response (First-Aid, CPR & AED) Session Fee ₹ 1,600
  • Total Course Fee ₹ 66,600

Student Testimonials

Mangesh Nayakwad
Mangesh Nayakwad

K11 Pune
Personal Training for Special Populations (July 2024)

There is no doubt that the K11 School is the best fitness institute in the country, I rather would say it is the world's leading fitness institute. I feel proud for being a K11 student. I successfully completed my Diploma in Personal Training (DPT) in 2023. I've recently completed the…

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Dideesh Kumar D.S.
Dideesh Kumar D.S.

K11 Pune
Personal Training for Special Populations (October 2024)

If you are starting your career in fitness, I would suggest K11, which would be the best fitness and sciences school that you should reach out to. Upon my experience, I started my career in fitness in 2021. I reached out to K11 in search of knowledge regarding fitness, but…

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Sikander Kapadia
Sikander Kapadia

K11 Mumbai
Personal Training for Special Populations (November 2024)

Being an Alumnus of K11 School of Fitness Sciences, I have first hand experience with the programs they offer. I have completed the DPT program and am currently preparing for the PTSP exam along with completing their HPN course as well. I recommend this school to prospective students who want…

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