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Includes Functional Movement Screening© and Corrective Strategies for Improving Functional Fitness

This 5-day course was formerly known as Master Fitness Specialist. We have modified the course so that it now incorporates much more hands-on activity. PTE-II will take your fitness knowledge and skills to the next level and keep you up-to-date on the latest topics. Learn all about the latest in functional movement screening and corrective strategies to improve functional fitness. The Cooper Institute has teamed up with Lee Burton, Ph.D. and Gray Cook, MSPT of Functional Movement Systems, Inc. to bring you the latest information on Functional Fitness.

Prerequisites:

• Health-related college degree
  -or-
• Nationally Accredited Personal Trainer Certification (CPT Credential)
  -or-
• Experience in the fitness field
  

Preparation Materials:
Are you ready to take this course? Find out by taking our PTE-II readiness quiz. Keep in mind; you should know how to conduct basic fitness assessments prior to attending.

PTE II Pre-Test: Download Here
PTE II Answer Key: Download Here
(Both documents require Acrobat Reader to view.)

Certification Information:

To be certified as a Personal Trainer through The Cooper Institute you must register separately for the stand-alone certification test. Completion of our Personal Training Education courses does not certify you to become a Personal Trainer. You must pass The Cooper Institute Certified Personal Trainer Exam to earn the CI-CPT credential. Click here to register for the Personal Trainer Certification Examination.

Topics Reviewed:

• Functional Movement Screening©
• Corrective Strategies to Improve Functional Fitness
• Optimal Core Training
• Optimal Flexibility Training
• Methods of Assessing Body Composition (lecture)
• Skinfold Method for Assessing Body Composition (practical)
• Submaximal Bike Testing
• Strength Training: Program Design
• Power Training
• Sports Nutrition
• Low Back Health/Controversial Exercises
• Coronary Risk Factors Medications
• Cholesterol, Homocysteine, and C-Reactive Protein Update
• Body Composition and Weight Control
• Ergogenic Aids and Athletic Performance
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Vitamin D, and Health
• Factors Affecting Metabolic Rate
• Interval Training Lecture and Practical

CPR Required: Yes

Contact Hours: 30.0

Continuing Education Credits:

The Cooper Institute is a pre-approved CEC provider for the following organizations.

Course Hours:

Monday-Thursday (8:00 am - 5:30 pm) Friday (8:00 am - 3:00pm) - CHECK-IN Monday @ 7:15 am

Needed Items:

Please wear workout attire (shorts, short sleeve shirt, and tennis shoes). You will need to bring a calculator, a #2 pencil, notebook paper, and your valid CPR card.

NOTE: There is a partial payment option for this course. Please inquire with one of our course coordinators during normal business hours by calling (800) 635-7050.