Altitude Instructor Courses

ATS Altitude Course Level 1 (ATSINSTL1)


Description
Altitude Training Systems (ATS) offers internationally recognised training courses for personal trainers and sports coaches. This level 1 course is essential for all instructors working with Simulated Altitude Training equipment and covers topics such as basic physiology, health and safety, product knowledge, training protocols and baseline testing procedures.

Our Education Team are charged with helping you get the competitive edge. We draw on the professional services of our elite sporting partners such as the Australian Institute of Sport, the New South Wales Institute of Sport and University of Lausanne to deliver the latest in altitude training methods for our clients. From start-up programs for personal mask systems, to delivery of accredited instructor courses for Personal Trainers, to tailored high performance services, we're global leaders in altitude training and education, we're here to help.
Content
  • Preface
  • Welcome
  • Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Introduction
  • Objectives
  • History
  • Terminology and Abbreviations
  • Introduction Quiz
  • HOW simulated altitude training works
  • How SAT Works
  • SAT Equipment
  • Systems
  • How Simulated Altitude Training works Quiz
  • why train at altitude
  • Why Train at Altitude?
  • Physiology
  • Weight Loss, Obesity & Metabolic Risk Factors
  • Cardiovascular & Metabolic Adaptations
  • Respiratory Response & Adaptations
  • Improved Physical Performance
  • Time Efficient Training
  • Acclimatisation
  • Why Train at Altitude Quiz
  • training and exposure types
  • Training & Exposure Types
  • Intermittent Hypoxic Exposure (IHE)
  • Intermittent Hypoxic Training (Simulated Altitude Training)
  • Sleeping/Living at Altitude (LHTL)
  • Training and Exposure Types Quiz
  • beginning an altitude program - testing and equipment
  • Equipment - Pulse Oximeter for Oxygen Saturation Testing
  • Baseline Testing Information
  • Baseline Treadmill Test
  • Baseline Stationary Bike Test
  • Beginning an Altitude Program Quiz
  • COPIES OF FORMS for printing
  • Baseline Test Form (Printable)
  • Risk Assessment Form (Printable)
  • references
  • Reference Articles
  • Client Referrals - Using the Fitness Australia Referral Kit
  • Your role as a registered exercise professional and Pre-Screening
  • Fitness Australia's Scope of Practice for Registered Exercise Professionals.pdf'
  • Scope of Practise Refresher Quiz
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever