PDC59130 - Scope of Practice and Power of Language as a Fitness Professional

Version Effective: 15th of October, 2020

Details

Microcredential Summary

The language around Scope of Practice and Duty of Care can be wordy and confusing. Yet, if you are able to fully understand and confidently articulate it to others, then your level of professionalism will be increased ten-fold. This online Short Course will clarify the difference between sympathy and empathy, and provide an understanding of the nuances of your language, which can translate into powerful questioning and strong relationships between yourself and your clients.

This online Short Course provides a non-creditable micro-credential and digital badge which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

The fee for this short course will be $45.

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements, however, students enrolling in this course should work or study in the health and/or fitness profession.

Course Details

Course Type Internal
Student Availability
  • International
  • Domestic
Fees
No data available.
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply

For direct access to the course, visit https://bedifferent.cqu.edu.au/

Study Area
  • Health
Skill Area
  • Fitness Sport and Recreation
  • Health

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

This course provides Professional Development for health and/or fitness professionals.

Undertaking this course enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Structure
Standard Course Structure

2 hours

  • Online
Learning Outcomes
  1. Gain a clear understanding of what is exactly in your Scope of Practice as a fitness professional working in Australia and feel confident explaining to others, including Allied Health Professionals
  2. Develop powerful questions to your professional toolbox to engage new clients
  3. Understand how empathy, not sympathy, can impact positively on the health and well-being outcomes of your clients
  4. Define appropriate communication to this client group within your scope as a health and fitness professional.

Assessment

Online Quiz

More Details