Learning Outcomes

Basic Muscle Physiology

Muscle Groups

Information On The Heart

Energy Systems

Converting Food To Energy

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn about basic muscle physiology, muscle architecture, interior components, motor unit, regulation for muscular force, firing pattern, muscle fibre types, types of muscle contractions, sliding filament theory, the heart, energy systems, and conversion of food to energy.

The Principles Of Training

Training Principles

Training Methods

Maximal Oxygen Uptake

Acute Responses

Chronic Training Responses

Fatigue And Recovery

In this module, you will learn about the principles of training, overload principles, the principle of specificity, reversibility principle, the principle of individual differences, training principles, training methods, benefits of training intervals, oxygen consumption, factors changed by exercise, fatigue and recovery.

Physical Education - Fitness Training Principles and Methods Final Assessment

Learn about sports science,  effective methods and the principles of training programs in this free online course.

Physical Education - Fitness Training Principles and Methods

This free online Physical Education program course focuses on fitness training methods and principles. You will learn about the area of sports science, effective training principles and techniques as well as basic muscle physiology, the different groups of muscles and how the heart functions. You will also learn about the energy system of the body and how food is converted to energy.

The Meaning of Adventure

Characteristics of Adventures

Motivation for Adventures

Safety in Adventure

Different Types of Adventure

Grading And Guidebooks

In this module, you will learn about the meaning of adventure, key elements and characteristics of adventures. You will also learn about history and motivation behind adventures, exploration, experimentation, aspects of confidence, danger under control, competence in an adventure and how to determine the dangers and risks of embarking on an adventure course.

Ways of Viewing the Environment

Recreation And Land Management

Case Study - The Australian Aborigines

Physical Education

In this module, you will learn about ways of viewing the environment from indigenous people. You will also learn about land as a commodity, conservation management, resolving conflicts, conflicts of interests in land use and look at a case study that highlights the Australian Aborigines.

Diploma in Outdoor and Physical Education Studies - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Designing and Sustaining Your Fitness Program

The Core Components Of Fitness

The Role Of The Coach

Coaching Styles

Coaching Techniques

In this module, you will learn about the core components of fitness like muscle strength, muscle power, flexibility, agility, speed, balance, coordination and reaction time, the role of the coach, coaching styles, and coaching techniques.

Legal Ergogenic Aids

Illlegal Ergogenic Aids

Sports Psychology

Sporting Injuries

In this module, you will learn about ways of improving physical fitness and ergogenic aids, illegal ergogenic aids, sports psychology, anatomical and physiological differences affecting performance, limitations to performance, sporting injuries and prevention.

Different Groups Within Society

Intrinsic/Extrinsic Influences On Fitness

Socio-Cultural Considerations

Motivational Factors and Participation Rates

Fact Or Fiction Activity

In this module, you will learn about recreation and physical activity for different groups within society, and promoting involvement in physical activity and the positive and negative influential factors of promoting involvement in physical activity.

Diploma in Outdoor and Physical Education Studies - Second Assessment

Diploma in Outdoor and Physical Education Studies - Assessment

This online physical education course will help you launch a career in adventure activities, health, and fitness.

Diploma in Outdoor and Physical Education Studies

This free online Outdoor and Physical Education Studies course covers important subjects such as coaching and training, physical fitness, outdoor activities, and adventure, as well as basic physiology. Working in the great outdoors is a wonderful opportunity. With this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of key topics in outdoor adventure and physical education which will open the doors to a fantastic and healthy career.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

US Laws for CPR and Cardiac Chain of Care

This module explains the overall concept of the CPR that transcends national and international levels to the State. You will explore how organisations are working together to make this a global concern. The components of CPR and the interdependent links in the cardiac chain of care is explained.

The Complexity of Emergencies and Legality

Disease Control, Assessment and Automatic External Defibrillator

This module delves into the complexities of crises as well as the numerous laws that govern CPR. You'll learn how to prevent diseases and cope with various types of people.

Introduction to First Aid

Choking, Sudden and Environmental Illness

Soft Tissue, Bones and Joint Injuries

This module explains the significance of educating lay responders in providing first aid to the victims. You will be taught about the process of providing care for various kinds of diseases and illnesses.

High Performance CPR, Emergencies and First Aid for Lay Responders - Course Assessment

This free online course will equip you with the skills required to respond to a wide range of medical emergencies.

High Performance CPR, Emergencies and First Aid for Lay Responders

Did you know that in the event of an injury or accident, the average person saves nearly 90% of the lives at risk and not a medical professional? In an emergency, where seconds can mean the difference between life and death, it is critical to make the right decision and assist those in crisis with proper care until emergency responders arrive. Discover how you can be ready to help save a life by enrolling in this course now.

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