ESSA CE courses
ESSA Continuing Education Courses
These courses are facilitated by ESSA. Click the relevant attached registration forms for further details and to register. * Please note - courses are listed in order by upcoming dates.
Biomechanical Considerations in Exercise Design for the Overweight Client
This clinically relevant workshop is designed to provide you with the tools to develop biomechanically tolerable exercise programs for your overweight clients. Like many chronic disease populations, overweight people also need to exercise regularly. For exercise to effectively contribute to weight reduction, prolonged exercise sessions with a high frequency through the week have been shown to be required. It is therefore important to be able to design manageable programs that your overweight clients can participate in on an ongoing basis without causing or worsening pre-existing injuries as they improve their health profile. With such a large percentage of the population now considered overweight and obese, this knowledge is critical if you wish to try & make a difference in tackling this significant health issue within your community.
This course is designed to improve your understanding of the impact exercises you select may inadvertently have on the adjacent articular and muscular structures. It will assist you to understand the physical changes in posture, joint loading, joint stability and control that may occur as a consequence to excessive body fat, and, minimise the risk to your clients of developing an exercise induced injury.
This course will include:
· Techniques to safely assess the overweight client including fitness testing considerations, mobility, stability and postural assessments.
· Interpretation of the assessment findings
· Biomechanical considerations or joint loading and stability when selecting open vs closed kinetic chain exercises, circuit training, aerobic modalities and aquatic exercise environments.
· The effect of obesity on:
o The lower quadrant: loading of the lower limb with special consideration of the knees & feet when performing weight bearing exercises
o the lumbo-pelvic region including mobility, stability & issues in spinal care
o the upper quadrant: including shoulder & scapulothoracic motion, range & stability issues
o when to seek help from other practitioners in the management of your patients musculoskeletal presentation.
Case based applications and practical sessions will also be integrated into the course to give you the understanding and confidence to meet the health related fitness needs for this particular population group – safely.
Presented by: Donna McCook - Physiotherapist & Exercise Physiologist
8 CEP's
Date & Time:
Melbourne – Saturday 11th September 2010
Location: Australian Catholic University, St Patrick's Campus, 115 Victoria Pde, Fitzroy (Room 2.22, Level 2)
Adelaide – Saturday 9th October, 2010
Location: Repatriation General Hospital (Group room 3 & 4, Main Rehabilitation Building)
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Reconditioning of the Knee in an Athlete - methodology and practice
One of the most challenging yet rewarding roles of a Practitioner involved in sports medicine is complete rehabilitation of an injured athlete for a successful return to competition - without the reoccurrence. With external pressures such as coaches there needs to be an effective integration of allied health professionals such as Sports Physicians, Physiotherapists, and yourself to gain the best result for you and the athlete. When do we progress the athlete and when should we hold back? When can an athlete run after ACL surgery? Where do my limitations and areas of expertise as an Exercise Physiologist lie?
This workshop is designed to help practitioners understand and apply rehabilitation and re-conditioning techniques to the knee for all sports. It will provide you with a detailed and documented flexible approach, exploring several specific and functional re-conditioning techniques (incorporating both strength and field training drills and exercises) that are aimed at reintroducing the athlete into full training and competition. It will provide you with the link between exercise physiology and strength and conditioning.
Why attend this Workshop?
· Gain an understanding of the important concepts of functional & specific progressions
· Be equipped to develop rehabilitation programs specific to the needs of your clients whatever the sport they participate in
· Learn the strategies in preventing a reoccurrence of an injury
· Understand the pre-requisites an athlete must achieve before returning to full training
· Add to your list of re-conditioning and sports specific exercises
Presented by: Dirk Spits - Strength & Conditioning Coach
8 CEP's
Dates:
Location: Murdoch University (Amenities Building, Room 2.019)
Melbourne - 2 October 2010
Location: Oaks on Collins, 480 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC
Location: University of Tasmania, Newnham Campus Launceston (Flex Space, Sir Raymond Ferrall)
Adelaide - 13 November 2010
Location: Repatriation General Hospital (Room TBC)
Brisbane - 4 December 2010
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Articular cartilage injuries significantly contribute to the development of osteoarthritis (OA), whereby cartilage injury and OA is the major cause of pain and disability, affecting more than 1.62 million Australians alone.
This workshop is designed to provide Exercise Physiologists with the knowledge to understand and treat patients with articular cartilage injury in the knee, and provide practical experience in the design and implementation of exercise rehabilitation services to patients following surgical treatment, primarily the ‘gold standard’ of cartilage repair: Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI).
7 CEP's
Presented by: Dr Jay Ebert
Dates:
Adelaide 18 September, 2010
Location: Repatriation General Hospital (Room TBC)
Location: QA Hotel, 64 James St, Newfarm (Sky Bar)
Canberra 23 October, 2010
Melbourne 20 November, 2010
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Blood Pressure in Exercise Science & Clinical Exercise Physiology: Measurement, Interpretation & Management
Course participants will be provided with an update on the evidence base regarding high blood pressure. Theoretical and practical components of correct measurement of blood pressure, as well as common measuring errors and pitfalls of interpretation will be covered. Participants will also gain an appreciation of the different methods for acquiring blood pressure (ie resting, exercise, clinic, home and ambulatory), as well as the clinical application and relevance of these methods to the Exercise Scientist and Accredited Exercise Physiologist. An understanding of the non-pharmacological methods (particularly exercise) to manage clients with suspected hypertension will also be addressed. This course has a strong practical focus and is appropriate for students through to experienced practitioners.
Presented by: Dr James Sharman
Location & Dates:
Perth - Saturday November 13, 2010, 9am – 3pm
Location: Edith Cowan University, Joondalup Campus, 270 Joondalup Drv (Room TBC)
Other States – TBC 2011
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ECG Analysis and Interpretation - Basic
This 2 day ESSA CE course will help you understand the theory behind ECG (electrocardiogram) analysis and interpretation. You will learn how to correctly analyse and interpret basic ECG's as well as learn how to correctly perform an accurate ECG.
This CE course will have both practical and theory components
Content covered during the course includes;
· Cardiac anatomy & physiology
· Correct ECG analysis techniques
· Normal sinus rhythms
· Supraventricular arrhythmias
· Ventricular arrhythmias
· AV conduction disturbances & bundle branch blocks
Presented by : Assoc. Prof. Adam Scott, Director of Cardiac Sciences, Department of Cardiology, Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital
Date & Time: TBC
15 CEP's
ESSA DVD Workshops
Metabolic Syndrome CD-Rom workshop
This workshop provides AEP’s with an update on the clinical management of patients with metabolic syndrome which consists of four discrete but inter-related pathologies – obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia & type II diabetes and insulin resistance. This syndrome which has been diagnosed in 30% of Australians can be effectively managed by modifications in the client’s lifestyle and in particular the combination of regular exercise and appropriate dietary modification. As such it represents a unique opportunity for the AEP to combine these two strategies, with the framework of the EPC and TCA under Medicare.
Presented by Dr Ian Gillam
CEP: 5
This 5 hour (approximately) CD-Rom workshop is designed to up skill those Exercise physiologists who are working with Type 2 diabetics, particularly with the new Type 2 Diabetes Group Intervention Medicare Item. Topics will include: pathophysiology of diabetes, how exercise affects diabetes, complications associated with diabetes, best practice in the exercise management of diabetes, medications and their effects and inter-professional practice.
Presented by Dr Matthew Hordern
CEP: 5
Exercise Prescription: for neurological disorders CD-Rom workshop
This workshop will review the pathophysiology, assessment and exercise interventions on the following neurological disorders:
- Aquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Stroke
- Spinal cord injury
- Parkinson's Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
This workshop aims to provide health professionals with the skills to initiate & prescribe appropriate exercise programs for people with neurological disorders. You are provided with an overview of each neurological condition, exercise research, testing, guidelines and case studies
Presented by: Marleen Ciappara
CEP: 5
Exercise physiologists & occupational rehabilitation services under Q-Comp
This 6 hour CD-Rom workshop has been developed for Exercise Physiologists wishing to provide Occupational Rehabilitation Services to workers compensation claimants covered under the Queensland legislation.
The workshop has been designed to provide the practitioner with an awareness and understanding of the requirements Q-Comp (the regulator in QLD) and the insurers; (WorkCover QLD and self insurers) have of allied health professionals providing services within the system. The workshop will include:
- Working as an EP under Q-Comp
- Functional Capacity Evaluations
- Workplace assessments
- Return to Work Plan
- Negotiating with Doctors and key stakeholders
- Case studies
- Service standards (for allied health professionals) & KPI’s
The workshop also includes representatives from QLD regulatory bodies, Q-Comp, WorkCover QLD & Self Insurer Association.
You should be aware that this course is designed to provide you with an awareness of what is required to be involved in delivering services in the scheme and is NOT intended to equip you with those abilities simply by completing this course alone.
Presented by multiple presenters
CEP: 5
*Please note these CD's are an audio recording of the presenter matched to power point slides.
STATE SEMINAR SERIES
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Diabetes: More than just lowering blood sugars; risk stratification and management
This seminar will look at the clinical risk associated with diabetes and risk factors contributing to the mortality and morbidity in this population. It will address management strategies and summaries the role, goals and strategies around the necessary pharmacological and lifestyle interventions.
Presented by: A/Prof Craig Cheetham
Date: Wednesday 29th September
Venue: John Bloomfield Lecture Theatre at UWA (formerly School of Sport Science, Exercise and Health). Parking available through parkway entrance 3 or 4
Time: 6.15pm for 6:30 start - 8.30pm.
CEP: 2
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Cardiovascular Disease: Pathophysiology and Exercise Considerations
Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. As a result, there is a growing need for exercise intervention to assist in the lifestyle change and rehabilitation from acute cardiovascular events. Indeed, diseases of the heart and vascular system are also highly common co-morbidities encountered in the exercise profession. The aim of this seminar is 2 fold. Firstly, a thorough and up to date outline of the pathophysiology and progression of cardiovascular disease will be presented based on current research and the clinical experiences of the presenter. Secondly, an understanding of how exercise affects the CV system, and how the exercise physiologist or fitness professional can utilise exercise as an effective strategy in the rehabilitation of patients or clients living with cardiovascular disease will be gained.
Presenter: Dr Phil Roberts-Thomson
Date: Monday 27th September 2010
Time: 6:30-9:00pm, with 7pm start
Location: Hobart - University of Tasmania – Medical Science Building
Launceston – University of Tasmania – Newnham Campus
CEP: 2
*PLEASE NOTE:
This seminar will be undertaken in Hobart and will be linked via live video streaming between Launceston to allow members from the north and south to be involved.
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NEW SOUTH WALES
NSW Seminar: Business Development for Exercise Physiologist’s
Many ESSA members are currently self employed and trying to start or run their own business, yet have no formal training in this field. Business development, systems, effective time management, and learning to create business leverage are critical for success. Using simple strategies that are timeless and proven, the presenter, Craig Brewster is well known for his ability to effect change to the bottom line of a business through engaging a team & inspiring them to take responsibility for its growth, something that has now become even more crucial given the uncertain economic climate.
Topics covered during the session include; understanding small business dynamics, steps to business success, financial control of your business and successful ways to build your business.
Presented by: Craig Brewster
Date: Saturday 25th September, 2010
Location: Parramatta RSL.
Time: 9am – 1pm
CEP: 4
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VICTORIA
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
QUEENSLAND
Please contact Tanya Corbett, ESSA Professional Development Officer for any further information on tanya.corbett@essa.org.au