Adapted Physical Activity (5cr)
Course unit code: JL00DB85
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Objective
- You are able to work as an expert in the health effects of physical activity.
- You can assess exercise eligibility and prepare individualized physical activity recommendations for different health conditions.
- You can instruct exercise groups for people with chronic illnesses while ensuring safety.
- You recognize the importance of physical activity for groups requiring special support.
- You can assess the accessibility of physical activity.
Content
- The role of physical activity in the prevention and treatment of diseases
- Assessment of exercise eligibility
- Physical activity in different health conditions
- Physical activity counselling for individuals with chronic illnesses
- Group exercise for people with chronic illnesses
- Different levels of functional ability and how to accommodate them, including intellectual disabilities, accessibility and inclusion
Further information
The course is implemented by KAMK.
Execution methods
The course includes on‑campus contact teaching and, when applicable, online teaching at the times indicated in the timetable, as well as independent study. The course also requires observing (and instructing) groups in a location of your choice.
Accomplishment methods
Described in the implementation plan.