Education & Certification
Law Enforcement Fitness Specialist
The Cooper Insitute Law Enforcement Fitness Specialist (LEFS) workshop in Manchester Township, NJ, July 27-31 is now open to civilian and firefighter fitness leaders as well!
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, civilian fitness leaders will receive the Cooper Fitness Specialist (CFS) certificate and the firefighter fitness leaders receive the Fire Service Fitness Specialist certificate (FSFS). The workshop is appropriate for public safety fitness leaders, physical education teachers, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Capt. Brian Klimakowski
(732) 684-1440
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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