Distance Learning Essentials of Older Adult Exercise Assessment and Program Design for Preventing Falls CEC/CPDs: ACSM: 0.40, AFAA: 0.40, NASM: 0.40, PTAG: 0.40, If your certification organization is not listed as an approved provider, you can petition the course through your certifying organization for CEC’s. MFN (Christian Thompson, Ph.D.) Learning Format: Online PTN Member: from $129.00 Full Price: $149.00 All prices listed in USD Non US Customers Add to Cart Accidental falls are one of the most concerning health-related issues for older adults. Over 25% of older adults fall in the United States every year and result in the highest number of accident-related deaths for the older age cohort, outpacing automobile accidents by a substantial margin. In fact, recent research has indicated that the rate of falls-related deaths is actually accelerating since the turn of the millennium. This course will review contributing factors for falls as well as assessment and programming strategies to decrease the risk for falls in older adults. This course includes a 1-year membership on the MedFit Network (MFN)* A $169 value! MFN membership includes: A full-page profile on fastest growing directory of fitness and allied healthcare professionals Free educational webinars and access to MedFit TV Exclusive discounts on continuing education, products and services Learn more about the MedFit Network and the benefits you'll get with your membership: https://medfitnetwork.org/welcome/ *Membership is for new members only. You will be sent access instructions after course purchase Exam Details This course qualifies for up to 0 hour(s) of CEC credit with major certifying organizations. Instructions for completing the online examination and obtaining CEC credit are also included. The passing score of this course is 80%. PTontheNet Awards Points: 0 What are Awards Points? Add to Cart Back to top