CPD and Event opportunities

1 CEC

Presented by Benjamin D. Boudreaux, PhD

The aim of this course is to introduce sleep into the concept of the 24-hour movement paradigm, consider the impact of sleep on health, and take away key factors of the movement prescription to improve health. 

In the first course in this series, we considered the impact of sedentary behavior on health outcomes. But in the 24-hour movement paradigm, one also must consider the role of sleep. While sleep may not seem like physical inactivity, we do not “turn off” during sleep. In fact, some brain regions are more active during sleep than while we are awake, and some hormones are secreted selectively during sleep. 

We define sleep as a reversible behavioral state involving altered consciousness and reduced responsivity to external stimuli, usually occurring with closed eyes, behavioral inactivity and while recumbent, but the exact physiology of sleep remains a mystery. 

In this course, we will review the current understanding of sleep and its part in the 24-hour movement paradigm. We will answer these key questions: 

• How much sleep do I need? 
• What percentage of U.S. adults meet sleep recommendations? 
• What is one of the most common sleep disorders? 
• Is sleep associated with risk? 
• What are the stages of sleep? 
• Are physical activity and sleep related? 
• Are sedentary behavior and sleep related? 

By David Geslak, ACSM EP-C

An ACSM/Exercise Connection Autism Exercise Specialist certificate holder is an exercise professional, physical or adapted physical education teacher, physical therapist, recreational therapist, or special education professional (see below) who understands the needs and strategies used with autism when implementing an individual or group exercise program in a gym, home, or classroom setting.

The Autism Exercise Specialist CEC course is the prerequisite to the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate. The CEC course involves completing Online Modules, which will establish the foundational framework of understanding autism, evidence-based teaching practices, and exercise program design to prepare you to work with those on the autism spectrum.

Once you receive the Certificate of Completion for the CEC course, you have earned 6.00 ACSM CECs and are now qualified to take the in-person workshop for the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate. More information about the in-person workshops can be found at AutismExerciseSpecialist.com.

Learning Objectives:

The ACSM/EC Autism Exercise Specialist will be able to:

• use standard health assessment tools and when available, school-based or private assessments, to develop the foundation of client’s exercise program,

• develop exercise programs and demonstrate exercises by applying evidence-based teaching strategies for those with autism,

• lead and motivate individuals in both an individual and group setting,

• use various instructional strategies (e.g., visual supports, videos, technology) to promote physical activity,

• create a positive exercise experience and enhance social skills, and

• communicate to autism parents, special educators, and other professionals the value of exercise for the autism community.