MET 101 eBook Tip 37: Is Certification or Licensure Required for Medical Exercise Professionals?
For medical exercise professionals, understanding the difference between certification and licensure is crucial for staying within the legal scope of practice. In MET101 Tip 37, Dr. Mike Jones clarifies that while certification as a Medical Exercise Specialist (MES) allows you to provide exercise and fitness programs clients medical conditions, it is not the same as being licensed to provide medical treatment.
Key Points:
- Certification vs. Licensure: Certification, such as the MES program, provides knowledge and skills to work with clients but does not grant legal authority to provide medical services. Licensure is issued by state or provincial boards after passing rigorous exams and obtaining an approved degree. Licensure in most jurisdictions allows one to practice a professional discipline such a physical therapy, medicine, architecture or law (in this arena the phrase in passing the bar or admitted to the bar).Â
- Scope of Practice: Medical exercise professionals should always refer to ...
MET 101 eBook Tip 31 - Build Relationships with Medical Providers
"MET 101 eBook - Tip 31" provides valuable insights for medical exercise professionals on how to grow their practice by building strong referral relationships with healthcare providers. The speaker outlines the role of medical exercise trainers in complementing, rather than replacing, physical therapists, chiropractors, and other medical professionals. One of the key themes is the importance of establishing communication with medical professionals and positioning yourself as a trusted partner in the patient's rehabilitation journey. Here are the main points discussed:
- Medical Exercise Training’s Role:
MET professionals serve as the “eyes and ears” of the medical community, ensuring safe and effective exercise programs for clients with medical conditions. - Communication with Medical Providers:
Many medical exercise professionals fail to communicate with healthcare providers, missing out on valuable referrals. Sending regular progress reports and updates can keep the referral network ...