Developing the Core Online CE Course Without Book

NOTE: The book Developing the Core is required for successful completion of this course but is not included with this purchase. Purchase this Online Course Without Book only if you already own the book or ebook.

This package includes the following:

• Online study guide
• Online continuing education exam

This study guide reinforces the content from the book Developing the Core (which is not included with this package). It helps you prepare for the 75-question exam that tests your understanding of the concepts presented.

Once you pass the exam, you can print a certificate for continuing education credits.

Learning Objectives
After completing this course, you will be able to do the following:

• Describe core anatomy and biomechanics and how the core musculature influences an athlete’s ability to create efficient movement.
• Use a variety of testing and assessment tools to evaluate a person’s core strength and stability.
• Identify how the training principles of overload and progression are key factors to consider in prescribing core exercises.
• Implement guidelines for developing core strength and stability in designing effective sport training programs.
• Describe a variety of exercises and drills to develop core strength and stability in order to improve athletic performance.
• Design safe training programs for core development to meet specific goals for a variety of sports and activities.

Audience

A course for strength and conditioning professionals, personal trainers, athletic trainers, fitness instructors, and other certified professionals.

The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is the world’s leading organization in the field of sport conditioning. Drawing on the resources and expertise of the most recognized professionals in strength training and conditioning, sport science, performance research, education, and sports medicine, the NSCA is the world’s trusted source of knowledge and training guidelines for coaches and athletes. The NSCA provides the crucial link between the lab and the field.