Supporting social well-being for older adults through physical activity

This is a self paced online continuing education course.

This course introduces ideas about the social outcomes of taking part in physical activity: 
• Why they are important for older adults’ well-being 
• Why they are important to think about in the context of physical activity 
• Social barriers to positive social outcomes in physical activity that older adults face 
• Ways to support positive social outcomes for your participants 

The course is for fitness professionals, for example:
• Certified exercise leaders, instructors, trainers, recreation therapists, and activity coordinators
• Other practitioners interested in physical activity instruction for older adults 

It’s designed to offer knowledge about:
• The social side of physical activity for older adults 
• How to support the participants you work with 

Worth: 2 Continuing education credits (CECs)

Cost: $30.00 + GST

Includes:

• Fitness Alberta Supporting social well-being Online Resource
• Quiz

Upon completion you will have access to a Certificate of Completion. Please note that this course expires 14 days after receipt of login instructions; repurchase will be required if the course expires before being completed.

Note: this course can only be used once for continuing education credits.