| K1 | <p>Describe the physiological changes that occur throughout the lifespan and their effects on exercise capacity.</p> |
| K2 | <p>Describe the anatomy and pathophysiological processes found within special populations such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, asthma, and osteoarthritis.</p> |
| K3 | <p>Describe the anatomical and physiological considerations for exercise special populations</p> |
| K4 | <p>Describe how various exercise-induced physiological adaptations affect lifestyle-related disease risk factors.</p> |
| K5 | <p>Describe the role of exercise in management of mental health conditions such as generalized anxiety and depression.</p> |
| K6 | <p>Recognise the signs of excessive strain and discuss appropriate precautions and modifications to consider when exercising an individual.</p> |
| K7 | <p>Define and appraise the relationship between energy balance, body mass, obesity and lifestyle-related diseases.</p> |
| K8 | <p>Evaluate the need to adapt the styles and mode of delivery of written, oral and nonverbal communication to the needs of particular groups and individuals in a variety of settings.</p> |
| S1 | <p>Apply and interpret screening tools and identify risk factors for lifestyle-related diseases.</p> |
| S2 | <p>Adopt, modify and interpret appropriate fitness for special groups with conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis and asthma.</p> |
| S3 | <p>Identify improper and unsafe exercises, and prescribe appropriate substitutions for these exercises.</p> |
| S4 | <p>Use BMI, waist circumference, body composition estimates and other indices to determine an appropriate rate of loss of body mass or fat for a given individual.</p> |
| A1 | <p>Assess and record the physical capacity of people with chronic and complex conditions.</p> |
| A2 | <p>Measure and interpret heart rate, blood pressure and ratings of perceived exertion before, during and after submaximal fitness tests and exercise.</p> |
| A3 | <p>Design and implement effective exercise prescription for special populations with chronic and complex conditions.</p> |
| A4 | <p>Determine and justify appropriate application of risk stratification and exercise modification for people with specific chronic and complex conditions.</p> |