Post Rehab Conditioning Specialist
The Post Rehab Conditioning Specialist (PRCS) is for the fitness professional looking to offer conditioning to clients with medical conditions. This is an entry-level certification obtained through the Post Rehab Conditioning Specialist Track. The concepts and guidelines in this certification will prepare you to begin offering safe and effective exercise programs for clients with more than 30 medical conditions after discharge from physical therapy. If you want to get started in medical exercise training but its not your specialty, the PRCS program is for you.
METI Mission Statement
To "Bridge the Gap Between Healthcare and Fitness" by providing forums to educate fitness professionals to work cooperatively with medical professionals to develop safe and effective fitness and conditioning programs for clients with musculoskeletal, neurological, metabolic and cardiovascular conditions. The effectiveness of these fitness programs is based on functional outcome measures universally understood by medical professionals, fitness professionals and insurance carriers. The goal is to make medical exercise training the next logical step for clients and medical professionals after discharge from physical therapy, chiropractic care and medical care.
Certification Details
Certification Prerequisites
Certification Requirements
Certification Requirements
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about the PRCS certification.
What will I learn in the PRCS Track?
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Develop post rehab services for over 20 medical conditions including diabetes; hypertension; lumbar disc herniation (back pain); osteoarthritis; shoulder impingement; total hip or total knee replacement and many others.
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Perform a 12-point musculoskeletal screening on the post rehab client.
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Understand the basic anatomy and pathology for the conditions found in the upper and lower extremity, spine and as well as other common medical conditions.
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Understand the impact of exercise on common medical conditions.
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Understand the role and scope of practice for the fitness professional when working with post rehab and medical exercise clients.
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Identify red flags and warning signs that indicate the client is in need of evaluation or treatment from a licensed medical professional.
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Develop an effective post rehab-marketing program to establish relationships with medical professionals in your local community.
What conditions are certified PRCS trained to provide post rehab services for?
Achilles Tendon Rupture Cerebrovascular Accident Shoulder Impingement
Rheumatoid Arthritis Rotator Cuff Tear Osteoarthritis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Fibromyalgia Knee Meniscal Tear
ACL Reconstruction Cervical Strain Lumbar Disc Herniation
Total Shoulder Replacement Total Hip Replacement Total Knee Replacement
Hypertension Osteoporosis Diabetes
Multiple Sclerosis Patellofemoral Syndrome DJD
Osteoporosis Hypertension Cervical Disc Herniation
How do I complete the PRCS Track?
Here’s how it works – the PRCS Track consists of 33 lessons. Each lesson has an accompanying video, lesson guide and a lesson quiz.
Simple download each component of the lesson, review the lesson, complete the quiz, and submit your answers via email.
If you select the “Standard PRCS option, each week you will receive a new PRCS lesson.
If you opt for the Accelerated PRCS option you can download all 33 lessons immediately and later take the final PRCS exam.
The PRCS exam is included in your registration fee.
Should I get PRCS certified?
YES! The PRCS certification is recommended for the fitness professional that wants to begin offering post rehab services but not as an area of primary specialization.
Simply stated, the PRCS certification is for YOU if you’re looking to increase your client base.
Click the button above to register for the Post Rehab Conditioning Specialist Track of the MEST Series or contact us.
How do I register for the PRCS Track?
The PRCS Track is available now just click the button below with the best option for you!!
Become part of the fastest growing arena in the health and fitness industry…Post Rehab Fitness.
Remember…”Exercise is Key to Long-Term Management of Most Medical Conditions”. Register now and start building your PRCS practice while you help your clients function better with less pain and allow you to connect with medical professionals in your community.
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