Fitness For Individuals With Disabilities

*This course has been pre-approved by OAHPERD for 5 clock hours.

This course provides an overview of using fitness as an intervention in multiple workplace settings. The course explores the need for physical activity among those living with a disability diagnosis and includes example exercises, equipment, adaptations utilized for specific populations, safety and risk considerations, and resources for additional study. At the completion of this course, participants will need to pass an exam with a minimum score of 80%. Participants must complete the course within 365 days of starting the course to receive a completion certificate.
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Statement for HPERD Professionals

This is a great course for "creative swiping," to apply across a multitude of disciplines! The instructor identifies exercises, modifications, and assistive equipment that can be utilized with four fitness components: Cardio, Strength, Flexibility, and Balance training.  This course also identifies barriers to physical activity and how to remove the barriers for persons with disabilities. You'll appreciate the excellent resources provided within the course!

Course Objectives

  • Learner will be able to identify at least 3 barriers to physical activity among those with disabilities and identify solutions to remove barriers.

  • Learner will be able to identify exercises, modifications, and assistive equipment associated with the 4 fitness components effective at improving health.

  • Learner will be able to identify exercises, modifications, and assistive equipment associated with the 4 fitness components effective at improving health.

Jennifer Bell, M.S., CTRS/LRT, CIFT

Instructor Bio:

Jennifer Bell is a nationally certified therapeutic recreation specialist, NC licensed recreation therapist, and nationally certified inclusive fitness trainer. Devoting her professional career to children and adults living with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD), Jennifer has worked in community-based adapted sports, behavioral health, and long-term care service settings. Jennifer is currently serving as a Tailored Care Manager in NC at Trillium Health Resources linking those living with I/DD to health care, home and community based services, and community resources.

Jennifer Bell, M.S., CTRS/LRT, CIFT

SMART Instructor

Please be sure to check CE eligibility requirements for your specific state.