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ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE TRAINER (AIT)
Certification Course

THREE OPTIONS: SEMINAR | 4-WEEK ONLINE COHORT | 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 (4-Week Guided Cohort | Self-Paced).

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

COURSE OBJECTIVE
Graduates of the certification course will earn the knowledge and practice the principles that will enable them to conduct fitness training and improve health for people with disabilities and maintain an inclusive setting.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is intended for fitness trainers, adapted physical educators, sport team coaches, medical professionals, and persons with disabilities.

COURSE EDUCATION
The course education is designed to be used in a group training setting but may be applied to any fitness methodology. ATA teaches how to adapt and maintain an inclusive workout format using a generalized workout plan. Social interaction and community support are essential elements to inclusion and are the basis for the course education.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?
– Approximately 16 hours of research-based education
– Access to AIT certification exam and Certificate upon completion
– Course Workbook
– ATA Adapting Template
– *Certification exam preparation
– Continuing Education (CE, CEU, etc.) Documentation
– 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 certification and  professional continuing education units (CEUs). For more information on our CEU program, please visit this CEU info page.

  • ATRA Recreational Therapists: Pre-Approved 0.70 CEUs
  • APTA Physical Therapists: Pre-Approved 16 (seminar), 12 (Cohort), 8 (Self-Paced) CEUs
  • CrossFit: Pre-Approved 16 (seminar), 12 (Cohort), 8 (Self-Paced) CEUs

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 FORMAT OPTIONS

SELF-PACED ONLINE
$399Finish at your own pace
  • - 16 hours of asynchronous, self-paced online coursework
  • - Up to 6 months to complete
  • - Includes access to certification exam
  • - Graduates may earn 8 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 weekend or over a prolonged period of time.
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Live (in-person) Seminar
$999Two-Day Seminar
  • - 16 hours of live, interactive seminar with ATA Faculty
  • - Includes access to certification exam
  • - Includes exam preparation (not included in Self-Paced format)
  • - Graduates may earn 16 Continuing Education Units (CE, CEU, etc.)
  • *Best for learners who want a hands-on, interactive education with the ATA Faculty
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4-WEEK COHORT ONLINE
$499Earn your certification in 4 weeks!
  • - 8 hours of asynchronous, guided online coursework
  • - Plus 5 one-hour live, virtual sessions with the ATA Faculty
  • - 4-weeks to complete course
  • - Includes access to certification exam
  • - Includes exam preparation (not included in Self-Paced format)
  • - Graduates may earn 12 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 | 4-WEEK ONLINE | SELF-PACED ONLINE

All of the certification course formats (Seminar, 4-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 passing the exam.

4-WEEK GUIDED 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 sessions with the ATA Faculty will be as follows. Please note that each cohort will have a unique time that the sessions occur.

  • Cohort Kickoff Meeting: Thursday (start of your cohort week)
  • Session 1: Thursday (week 1)
  • Session 2: Thursday (week 2)
  • Session 3: Thursday (week 3)
  • Session 4: Thursday (week 4)
COHORT ONLINE COURSE SCHEDULE
ONLINE 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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SEMINAR COURSE

  • Two-day, 16-hour workshop-style seminar led virtually by the ATA Faculty
  • Also includes approximately 8 hours of asynchronous pre-seminar online coursework
  • Certification exam preparation with ATA Faculty
SEMINAR COURSE SCHEDULE
NOV 11-12, 2023

SEATTLE | CHICAGO | NASHVILLE

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

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DEC 9-10, 2023

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
  • 8 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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AIT COURSE PRICING

SELF-PACED ONLINE
$399Finish at your own pace
  • - Approximately 16 hours of asynchronous, self-paced study
  • - Course Notes Booklet
  • - 8 Continuing Education Units (CE, CEU, etc.)
  • - Includes Certification exam
  • *does not include certification exam preparation or ATA Faculty mentorship
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Live (in-person) Seminar
999Hands-On & Interactive!
  • - Approximately 8 hours of asynchronous, pre-seminar coursework
  • - Two-day, 16 hours interactive workshop-style seminar with ATA Faculty
  • - Includes course Training Guide
  • - 16 Continuing Education Units (CE, CEU, etc.)
  • - Includes Certification exam and exam preparation with ATA Faculty
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4-WEEK COHORT ONLINE
$499Earn your certification in 4 weeks!
  • - Approximately 16 hours of asynchronous, self-paced study
  • - Plus 5 one-hour live, virtual sessions with the ATA Faculty
  • - Course Notes Booklet
  • - 12 Continuing Education Units (CE, CEU, etc.)
  • - Includes Certification exam and exam preparation with ATA Faculty
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*AIT course graduates (those who hold a current AIT certification) may retake or attend any ATA course for 50% off. Please contact info@ata.fit to inquire.

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 info@ata.fit 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 4-week guided cohort course required for graduation?
Do I need to pass an exam to earn my certification?
What does the course cost?
  • $999: Live Seminar
  • $499: 4-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 four (4) week schedule to complete the course, plus one week to study and take the certification exam.
  • 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 4-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 certification?
  • 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 4-Week Guided Cohort course and the Seminar Course.

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Occupational Therapist

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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

Adaptive Training
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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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