Education & Certification
Law Enforcement Fitness Specialist
CONTRACT COURSE
Physical fitness is increasingly used as a performance measure within the law enforcement and public safety industry. Understanding fitness standards, absolute cut point fitness scores and referencing normative data is critical when using fitness testing scores as a qualifying factor within the hiring process.
This 5-day course is designed specifically for the law enforcement and public safety professional who is involved in developing and delivering physical fitness programs in their academy or department.
Topics Reviewed:
- Fitness and Wellness
- Coronary Risk Factors
- Medical Screening
- Exercise and Safety
- Anatomy and Kinesiology
- Body Composition (Skinfold method)
- Fitness Assessment for Law Enforcement/Public Safety
- Exercise Physiology
- Goal Setting
- Exercise Safety
- Strength Training and Prescription
- Flexibility Training and Prescription
- Cardiovascular Training and Prescription
- Nutrition
- Motivation and Adherence
- Physical Fitness Testing in Law Enforcement/Public Safety
- Physical Fitness Standards in Law Enforcement/Public Safety
CPR Required: Yes
Contact Hours: 33.0