Exercise for Cancer Survivors

Introduction

There is substantial evidence to show that physical activity positively affects a Survivor's cancer journey. Studies have shown that physical activity levels tend to reduce significantly after cancer diagnosis and remain low for many years after treatment is completed. From this low baseline there is great scope for exercise interventions to improve the health and well-being of patients with cancer.

During cancer treatment and rehabilitation, rest is best has been the traditional approach. However, it has been shown that low levels of physical activity in patients with cancer result in further de-conditioning and symptoms of fatigue, loss of functional capacity and reductions in quality of life. This seminar gives level 2 and 3 instructors an introduction to the role of exercise after the diagnosis of cancer. It is recommended for instructors who are assisting exercise referral scheme sessions.

Objectives
The seminar will cover areas including;
• What is cancer?
• Effects of cancer and cancer treatment
• Benefits of exercise for cancer survivors
• Barriers to exercise
• Exercise implications to promote safe, ongoing lifestyle change

Assessments
There is no formal assessment.

Entry Requirements
To qualify for REPs CPD points, attendees should possess a minimum of a:
• Level 2 Gym Instructor or Exercise to Music and;
• A valid REPs membership

This course is open to those not meeting the entry requirements - fitness enthusiasts, health care workers and instructors not on the Register of Exercise Professionals, but will not be able to claim the CPD points.

Format
Lecture-style delivery over 4 hours

Price
£70 including certificate and resources

Accreditation

Progression
• Active IQ Certificate in Advanced Instructing
• Active IQ Certificate in Personal Training
• Active IQ Certificate in Exercise Referral

Candidates must go on to complete the Level 3 Certificate in Exercise Referral in order to work with individuals with low risk medical conditions as part of an Exercise Referral Scheme.

Candidates must go on to complete a full specific vocational qualification on Exercise and Cancer in order to practice and to gain the appropriate indemnity insurance to work with individuals with Cancer or recovering from Cancer Treatment without direct supervision.

More details on further qualifications can be found at www.exerciseregister.org.uk and www.canrehab.co.uk