What can you expect to learn from the Cancer Exercise Specialist® Advanced Qualification program?

• You will gain an understanding or breast cancer surgery, treatment, and reconstructive procedures

• You will gain an understanding of lymphedema; learn how to implement appropriate lymph drainage protocols and learn the appropriate progression of exercises for each client

• You will gain an understanding of cancer treatment, the acute and chronic side-effects, and learn the appropriate progression of exercises for each client

• You will gain an understanding of the role of nutrition and alcohol intake on cancer prevention

• You will gain an understanding of the psychological implications of a cancer diagnosis, the stages of grief, and what it’s like to be a caregiver

• You will learn how to conduct  a comprehensive physical assessment that includes a postural assessment, goniometric measurements, Trendelenberg Test, Modified Thomas Test, and more

• You will learn how to create safe and effective exercise programming, for in-person or virtual training, for individuals or groups. This includes Personal Training, Yoga, Pilates, Aquatics, Group Exercise, and more.