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SP6019: Science and Application of Corrective Exercise

Module Title Science and Application of Corrective Exercise
Module Code SP6019
Module Tutor Rhodri S Lloyd
School Sport and Exercise
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 6
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions Available only to Strength and Conditioning students
Brief Description

This module will develop the necessary skills to critically assess movement impairments and construct appropriate corrective exercise programmes to enhance athletic performance. Students will learn advanced assessment techniques pertaining to functional movement and joint by joint function. There will also be an opportunity to become a Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) through the National Academy of Sport Medicine (NASM).
Indicative Syllabus

The unit content will include skills to further enhance the abilities and effectiveness of developing coaches to reduce injuries and communicate with medical professionals in an elite setting. Students will also use the module to complete a corrective exercise case study in order to ensure practical application of relevant techniques and integration into a suitable strength and conditioning programme.
Learning Outcomes

A student passing this module should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a critical knowledge of functional human anatomy and Integrated movement
  2. Develop, synthesise and implement a validated corrective exercise programme for a range of movement dysfunctions
  3. Conduct posture, movement, range of motion and manual muscle tests for a specified athlete and coach a validated corrective exercise programme based on the findings from these assessments.
  4. Appraise critically and present research pertaining to movement impairment in order to justify corrective exercise selection and programme design
Learning and Teaching Activities Scheduled Contact Hours: 30
Independent Learning Hours: 120
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 60% Practical Exam: Laboratory Examination: Case Study Defence
002: 40% Practical Exam: Oral Examination: Viva
Special Assessment Requirements
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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