FEDERAL AND STATE PRISON  INMATE CERTIFICATION  COURSES

Personal Trainer Certification Course “CPT”

     The lecture and text books course material examines the anatomy of muscle which pumps blood throughout the body, and discusses the distinction between arteries, veins, and the location of the heart. The relation between muscle function, blood flow, circulation, the nervous system and skeletal system and the direct correlation to fitness and exercise provides students with the base knowledge of proper bio-mechanics.

     The curriculum will include the following: Introduction to Kinesiology and Exercise Physiology, Resistance and Free weight training, Anaerobic and Aerobic training, Hands on Proper practical application, Flexibility and stretching, Designing exercise programs, Adult and Older fitness, Business application and legal issues, Body fat testing and measurement and more.

• • Proper Biomechanics,
  • Muscle Structure,
  • Muscle Movement,
  • Muscle insertion,
  • Skeletal Structure,
  • Nervous and Cardiovascular Systems,
  • Older adult training.

     After release from Prison, inmate is given access to more educational videos. To complete the course one must:

• • Complete the course within 90 days
  • Exam to be submitted to the office and corrected within 90 days
  • Upon passing the exam, a certification will be awarded
  • Upon release from prison, inmate must contact PROPTA office at 818-766-3317 to submit a current government identification ( DL- Passort)
  • New updated Certification with a fresh new date will be reissued

     All material included within the fee for PROPTA-CPT or PROPTA-CNT courses including the lectures, the hands on practical, the written or online exam and the practical exam.

Nutrition Tech Certification Course “CNT”

• Nutrition Certificate course objectives:

This course provides students in-depth knowledge in the topics listed below.

• Nutrition and digestion Exercise makes the body look young because of the stress demands that always breaks tissue during muscle exertion. The body is always repairing itself. The correct intake of protein, vitamins, minerals, fat, and carbohydrates assists the body to repair and thrive.
• Timing and quality vs quantity Everyone in the personal trainer industry establishes a dietary program for their client based on caloric count. It is important to consider the proper breakdown of calories into carbohydrates, protein and fats. An additional aspect to consider is the when of eating.
• Proper Eating A balanced diet affects your client’s energy, strength, mood and overall health and well-being. Students that complete the Nutrition Certificate course will have an understanding of the daily dietary requirements for people of all age groups.
• Athletic performance Athletic performance and recovery from training are enhanced by attention to nutrient intake. Nutrition can help enhance athletic performance. Eating a good diet can help provide the energy you need to finish a race, or just enjoy a casual sport or activity. You are more likely to be tired and perform poorly during sports when you do not get enough:
• Calories Counting calories would appear to be the most logical approach to determining the amount of food a person should eat. Unfortunately, calorie counting is not only taken too far, it is applied to the exclusion of all other benchmarks to establish a proper nutritional program. The PROPTA Nutrition Certificate course teaches all aspects of proper daily caloric intake.
• Carbohydrates Do you know the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates? Can you explain this to your student’s and advise them on which foods to avoid to achieve their goals? Once you have attained your certificate from PROPTA you will be armed with the knowledge needed to feel confident in your ability to sit down and analyze which foods will help your student to lose weight and gain muscle mass. Fluids Water is the body’s largest single component. Proper hydration is vital to your health and peak performance. Water assists your body in numerous functions. Including cell function, metabolic reactions, the circulatory system, transporting nutrients, and so much more.
• Iron, vitamins, and other minerals The proper levels of iron, vitamins and minerals are a key element to peak performance. Applying the principle taught in this course will assist you in determining what products may be missing in your client’s diet.
• Protein Proteins are the building blocks of life. Every cell in the human body contains protein. The basic structure of protein is a chain of amino acids. You need protein in your diet to help your body repair cells and make new ones. Protein is also important for growth and development in children, teens, and pregnant women.
• Hormones Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers. They help control practically every physiological process in your body including, metabolism, immune system, menstrual cycle and reproduction.
• PH Levels The acidity or alkalinity of a substance is measured using PH. To survive, our bodies must maintain the pH very close to 7.4, which is just on the alkaline side of neutral. If your body’s pH varies too much from this ideal, it becomes difficult for various enzymes to function properly.

Upon completion of this course, a Nutrition Tech should:

• • Have a clear understanding about the digestive system and its functions.
  • Have an understanding of protein, carbohydrate and fat and how these nutrients are essential to a balanced and healthy life style.
  • Understand vitamins and minerals
  • Understand portion control and to be able to guide clients on the basics of nutrition.
  • Understand and implement food diary to help enhance guidance and service.
  • Understand food label
  • Understand meal timing for better performance and fat loss without muscle loss.
  • Fat testing and measurements
  • Guide clients to make proper food choices for better results.

SPORTS PERFORMANCE NUTRITION Certification “CSPN”

     Proper sports nutrition is essential for athletes of all levels, as it can enhance endurance, strength, speed, and overall athletic performance while also promoting faster recovery and reducing the risk of injuries.