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Law Enforcement Fitness Specialist

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

NOTE: There may be a partial payment option for this course should a student not be able to make their full payment via our online transaction system. Please inquire with one of our course coordinators during normal business hours by calling (800) 635-7050.

This is a curriculum-based testing course. Students who complete the course and pass both the written and practical exams will receive a Cooper Institute Certificate.

Continuing Education Credits:

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

Organization
CEC
Provider Number
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
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652654
Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
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TC001
National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC)
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MEP3089

Course Hours:

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

Friday: (8:00am - 12:00 pm)

Needed Items:

Please wear casual workout attire to class each day, including shorts and a t-shirt for body composition testing. You will need to bring a calculator, a #2 pencil, a notebook, and your valid CPR card.

Class Location Dates  

Dallas, Texas

10/18/2010 - 10/22/2010 

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Dallas, Texas

12/06/2010 - 12/10/2010 

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The Cooper Institute Certified Personal Trainer (CI-CPT) Exam is NOW AVAILABLE in professional testing centers nationwide!

You will be able to schedule an exam date, time, and location that is convenient for you!