This program is designed to provide practical skills and knowledge for those interested in a career in the health and fitness fields, working with special populations such as older adults and person with disabilities. Graduates of the program will be qualified to work as paraprofessionals in the following occupations: fitness professional, personal trainer, physical therapist aide, home health professional, activity director, and others. Individual classes can be taken for professional growth.

The student will be able to demonstrate and explain basic adaptive fitness skills and concepts to older adults and individuals with disabilities. • The student will be able to recognize basic patho-physiology of chronic conditions seen in adults and provide accommodations appropriate to the disabling conditions. • The student will be able to lead small and large group classes.