Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this course. Although the course is primarily intended for personal trainers, fitness coaches, massage therapists and other fitness/health professionals, it is not a requirement to take the course. Section I: Introduction to Stretching and Flexibility Chapter 1: Introduction to Integrated Flexibility Understand the rationale for integrated stretching and identify for whom it provides the most benefit for. Chapter 2: Scope of Practice This chapter provides an overview for identifying appropriate and ethical behavior with regard to application of integrated stretching. Determine when to refer out to another professional. Section II: Science and Anatomy Chapter 3: The Science of Flexibility and Stretching Understand the spectrum of flexibility as it pertains to different tissue types and systems. Describe the motor behavior as it pertains to stretching. Chapter 4: The Anatomy and Kinesiology of Fascia Learn the foundational concepts of fascial anatomy and identify the locations of the fascial nets. 3 Infographics 21 Videos Section III: Communication and Client Assessments Chapter 5: Communication and Building Rapport Apply leading techniques for establishing rapport and trust with clients. Communicate the various benefits and procedures related to integrated stretching plans to clients. Chapter 6: Assessment Understand the routine intake procedures and assessments used for integrated stretching programming. Explain the reassessment process after the application of integrated stretching techniques. 4 Videos 2 Printable Handouts Section IV: Techniques and Program Design Chapter 7: Integrated Assisted Stretching Techniques This chapter overview interprets client response, both physical and emotional, to integrated stretching techniques. explain traction and perpetual movement as integral to integrated stretching techniques. Chapter 8: Self-Stretching Techniques Understand the role of self-stretching in an integrated stretching program. Describe self-stretching options appropriate for most clients. Chapter 9: Flexibility Program Design Determine appropriate stretching techniques and their frequency based on client assessment results. Describe reassessment approach and resulting program design changes. 1 Infographic 2 Videos Final Exam After the completion of the course, you will take an online final exam from the comfort of your own home, or wherever you prefer to take tests, that consists of 100 questions. Each question will be multiple-choice. The exam is timed and cannot exceed 90 minutes. To pass, you need a score of 70% or higher. Don’t fret though, if you score below that, you have up to 3 attempts to pass.