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ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE TRAINER (AIT)
Certification Course

THREE OPTIONS: 2-DAY SEMINAR | 5-WEEK ONLINE W/ LIVE SESSIONS | SELF-PACED ONLINE

AIT CERTIFICATION COURSE SCHEDULE

AIT CERTIFICATION COURSE OVERVIEW

COURSE FORMATS
The certification course is delivered in a live, two-day seminar format and two options for online formats (Cohort w/ 5 Instructor-Led Sessions | Self-Paced).

All formats provide an assessment-based certification of education that is a comprehensive overview of the specialty of adaptive fitness methodology, safety and risk mitigation, and program implementation.

COURSE OBJECTIVE
Graduates learn and practice procedures that will enable them to conduct safe and effective fitness training for people with disabilities and provide an inclusive setting using universal design principles.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is intended for fitness trainers, adapted physical educators, sport team coaches, therapists (PT, RT, OT), and persons with disabilities.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?
– 20 hours of asynchronous online coursework (all course options)
– Synchronous instructor-led coursework (see course options for specific hours)
– AIT certification exam (certificate upon completion)
– AIT Textbook (pdf)
– ATA Adapting Template
– Graduate discussion board
– Continuing Education (CE, CEU, etc.) Documentation
– *Certification exam preparation
– Access to affiliation program, grant funding, and exclusive mentorship options
*not included for Self-Paced Course

CERTIFICATE & CONTINUING EDUCATION
Graduates will earn their Adaptive & Inclusive Trainer (AIT) certification and professional continuing education units (CEUs). For more information on our CEU program, please visit this CEU info page.

  • 2-Day Seminar: 34 hrs (20 asynchronous; 14 synchronous)
  • 5-Week Online Cohort: 25 hrs (20 asynchronous; 5 synchronous)
  • Self-Paced Online: 20 hrs (20 asynchronous; 0 synchronous)

Course Content

*for all course formats

  • Disability Awareness & Language
  • Adaptive Equipment
  • Principles of Adaptive & Inclusive Training
  • Adaptive & Inclusive Workout Programming (in-person and virtual)
  • Adapting Methodology
  • Upper Extremity Impairments: Safety & Training Considerations + Exercise Adaptations
  • Lower Extremity Impairments: Safety & Training Considerations + Exercise Adaptations
  • Seated Impairments: Safety & Training Considerations + Exercise Adaptations
  • Sensory Impairments: Safety & Training Considerations + Exercise Adaptations
  • Intellectual Disabilities: Safety & Training Considerations + Exercise Adaptations
  • Neuromuscular Conditions: Safety & Training Considerations + Exercise Adaptations
  • Common Impairments Awareness (Neuromuscular, Spinal Cord Injuries, Brain Injuries, Vision, D/deaf and HOH, Short Stature, Intellectual Disabilities)
  • Facility & Program Accessibility
  • Inclusive Onboarding
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CERTIFICATION COURSE OPTIONS

SELF-PACED ONLINE
$399Finish at your own pace
  • - 20 hours of asynchronous, self-paced online coursework
  • - Up to 6 months to complete
  • - Includes access to certification exam
  • - Graduates may earn 20 Continuing Education Units (CE, CEU, etc.)
  • *The self-paced option is best for learners who cannot commit to the cohort schedule or would like to finish the course either within a few weeks or over a prolonged period of time.
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2-DAY SEMINAR
$999Most Popular!
  • - 20 hrs online coursework
  • - 14 hrs of live, interactive seminar with ATA Faculty
  • - Includes access to certification exam
  • - Includes exam preparation (not included in Self-Paced format)
  • - Graduates may earn 34 Continuing Education Units (CE, CEU, etc.)
  • *Best for learners who want a hands-on, interactive education with the ATA Faculty
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5-WEEK COHORT ONLINE
$499w/ Weekly Virtual Sessions!
  • - 20 hrs asynchronous, online coursework
  • - 5 hrs live, virtual sessions with the ATA Faculty & SMEs
  • - Finish in 5 weeks (access for 6 months)
  • - Includes access to certification exam
  • - Includes exam preparation (not included in Self-Paced format)
  • - Graduates may earn 25 Continuing Education Units (CE, CEU, etc.)
  • *Best for learners who want to interact with the ATA Faculty and other cohort learners.
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*All certification courses have the same learning objects and offer learners the opportunity to earn their AIT Certification

EDUCATION OVERVIEW

Adaptive Training
Common Impairments

Identify the most common physiological and cognitive impairments, and understand the potential impact on training and task accomplishment.

Adaptive Training
Movement Adaptations

Learn and practice adapting movements for the most common impairments and physical limitations.

Adaptive Training
Treatment & Training

Understand the role the trainer has in a temporarily impaired athlete’s recovery process and a permanently adaptive athlete’s development.

Adaptive Training
Inclusive Fitness

Develop class-management strategies to provide an inclusive training environment.

Adaptive Fitness Training
Adaptive Equipment

Identify the most common adaptive equipment (prosthetics, orthotics, wheelchairs, etc.) and understand their affects on movement and task accomplishment.

Adaptive Training
Safety & Risk Mitigation

Learn effective risk mitigation practices and disability-related laws to increase client safety and reduce business risk.

COURSE FORMATS

TWO-DAY SEMINAR | 5-WEEK ONLINE | SELF-PACED ONLINE

All of the certification course formats (2-Day Seminar, 5-Week Cohort & Self-Paced) contain the same education and accomplish the same learning objectives. Graduates of any format will receive the same Adaptive & Inclusive Trainer (AIT) Certification once they pass the exam.

5-WEEK ONLINE COHORT

  • 4-week guided cohort led virtually by the ATA Faculty
  • Weekly synchronous ATA Faculty training via virtual workout sessions and coursework discussions. This is your opportunity to learn directly from all of the ATA subject matter experts. Sessions held on Thursdays at 6pm Eastern Time. Please check the cohort details for exact live session times as they change for each cohort.
  • Active discussion boards with fellow cohort learners
  • Certification exam preparation with ATA Faculty

The live, virtual (one-hour) sessions with the ATA Faculty will be as follows. Most cohort sessions occur 6pm-7pm ET

5-WEEK COHORT COURSE SCHEDULE
SEPT 5 – OCT 3, 2024 Cohort Course

SEPT 29 - OCT 27

4-Week Online Course
English w/ Open Captions
Includes Virtual Sessions w/ ATA Staff
Thursdays 6pm-7pm Eastern Time

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OCT 24 – NOV 21, 2024 Cohort Course

SEPT 29 - OCT 27

4-Week Online Course
English w/ Open Captions
Includes Virtual Sessions w/ ATA Staff
Thursdays 6pm-7pm Eastern Time

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2-DAY SEMINAR COURSE

  • Two-day, *16-hour workshop-style seminar led by the ATA Faculty
  • Includes 20 hours of asynchronous online coursework
  • Certification exam preparation with ATA Faculty

*8 hours per day with 1-hour lunch breaks

SEMINAR COURSE SCHEDULE
OCT 5-6 Houston

SEATTLE | CHICAGO | NASHVILLE

2-Day Seminar
9:00am-5:00pm

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NOV 2-3 Baltimore

SEATTLE | CHICAGO | NASHVILLE

2-Day Seminar
9:00am-5:00pm

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SELF-PACED ONLINE COURSE

  • Access to coursework for six (6) months for self-paced study
  • Log on and study on your own time
  • Includes optional access to ATA Faculty through scheduled virtual Zoom sessions
  • 20 Credit Hours and continuing education documentation. ATA will provide CEU submission assistance if requested.
  • Active discussion boards with fellow cohort learners
  • AIT Certification and displayable certificate
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FROM ATTENDEE TO PROFESSIONAL COACH

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COURSE GRADUATES

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GYMS/ORGANIZATIONS TRAINED

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COUNTRIES REPRESENTED

DISCOUNTS

To request your discount code, please visit the discount application page

10% Off: "Service" for First Responders, full-time school teachers, and military (active or retired)
10% Off: Adaptive Athletes
10% Off: For organizations/groups of five (5) or more learners
50% Off: Course Retake

*Available only for AIT certification holders
*Contact ATA at [email protected] to inquire

PREREQUISITES

None. Anyone over 14 years old may take this course.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does the course cost?
Do you allow deposits or do I have to pay in full?
Is there any difference between the Live Seminar, or the Online Course options?
How long do I get access to the Online Course?
Do I need to have a personal trainer certification or other credential to take the course?
Are the live sessions in the 5-week guided cohort course required for graduation?
Do I need to pass an exam to earn my certificate?
Does my AIT certificate expire and how do I renew?
What does the course cost?
  • $999: Live Seminar
  • $499: 5-Week Guided Online Cohort Course
  • $399: Self-Paced Online Course
Do you allow deposits or do I have to pay in full?
  • For upcoming seminars and online cohort courses, you can submit a 50% deposit at registration and the remaining 50% balance will be due at the commencement of your seminar or cohort.
Is there any difference between the Live Seminar, or the Online Course options?
  • There is no difference in the course education or certification earned. Both formats teach the exact same learning objectives
  • But, the three course options offer a very different learning experience. Please review the options to know what will best serve your learning style.
How long do I get access to the Online Course?
  • Cohorts: you will be guided through a five (5) week schedule to complete the course.
  • Self-Paced: you can start the course whenever you want but must finish the certification exam within six (6) months of registration.
Do I need to have a personal trainer certification or other credential to take the course?
  • Nope! There are no requisites to begin the AIT course.
  • ATA does not teach one style of fitness training and does not endorse personal training certifications from other organizations.
Are the live sessions in the 5-week guided cohort course required for graduation?
  • No they are not.  But… we highly recommend you make time to attend these sessions. If you miss a live session, we will record and make them available for you to watch at your connivence.
Do I need to pass an exam to earn my certificate?
  • Yes. For all formats (seminar and online courses), you will need to prove your understanding and application of the education. Examination preparation is included for the 5-Week Guided Cohort course and the Seminar Course.
Does my AIT certificate expire and how do I renew?
  • Your certificate expires after three years. You may renew your certificate by passing the current AIT Renewal Exam online.AIT Renewal Exam Registration

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I just wanted to say that the Adaptive Training course was awesome! My instructors did a wonderful job. They gave me so much knowledge and tools for me to start training my adaptive athletes. I cannot wait to use them. Thank you for offering this course and I am so excited to be a part of this!!

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Atlanta, GA

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This was one of the best courses I have ever taken. The staff was amazing! Not only was the course information super in-depth and helpful, but the coaches’ stories made the material personal.

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Tampa, FL

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I must say that this was the best specialty course ever! I learned a lot, it was really interesting. The seminar staff are awesome, and they could explain everything really well.

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Germany

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