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Exercise Science & Rehab Therapy

Through the Exercise Science & Rehab Therapy program, you will learn the basics of preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries related to sports and/or exercise.

Questions? Call 440.891.7732

You strive to promote healthy living. You have a desire to help people meet their performance goals. You are interested in physical therapy. This program will open the door to the exciting field of sports medicine.

While in this program, you will learn the basics of preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries related to sports and/or exercise. Exercise Science & Rehab Therapy is designed to prepare students to transition to college and pursue a career in the athletic training, fitness or health care fields.

Credits
High School Credit Junior Year

Exercise Science & Rehab Therapy Program Total: 3.5
Technology: .5 

High School Credit Senior Year
Exercise Science & Rehab Therapy Program Total: 2.0
Science: 1.0

Certifications
First Aid/CPR
OSHA 10-Hour
NASM - Certified Personal Trainer 
Physical Therapy Aide

Potential College Semester Hour Credit
*See your Polaris Counselor for more information on college credit agreements.

Program Resources
Junior Program Fee & Supply List
Senior Program Fee & Supply List

Uniform Ordering

 

Skills

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support and First Aid
  • Patient education
  • Take vital signs
  • Monitoring patient/client progress
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Medical law and ethics
  • Medical terminology
  • Infection control and risk management
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Fitness training
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Computer literacy
  • EKG
  • Pharmacology
  • State Tested Nurse Assistant (STNA)


Equipment

  • Fitness equipment
  • Computer
  • Sphygmomanometer/stethoscope
  • Health and rehab devices
  • Defibrillator


Career Options

Positions are available for qualified employees in:
  • Health centers
  • Hospitals
  • Nursing care facilities
  • Athletic organizations
  • As a Certified Personal Trainer (upon obtaining certificate)


Future Opportunities with Further Education

  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Physical Therapist
  • Radiology Technician
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Sports Medicine Physician

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Teacher: Allen Orlandi

Email:  aorlandi@polaris.edu
Education:  BS, Ashland College,  MS, United States Sports Academy
Certifications:  CPR, Athletic Trainer
At Polaris Since:  2005
Industry Experience:  29 years Certified Athletic Trainer
Interests/Hobbies:  Cycling on the tow path, attending H.S. sporting events, Cleveland Indians baseball, my children

Health Academy 2022-2023 Advisory Members

Mrs. Jo-Ann Badar, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Ms. Staci Bohannon, University Hospitals
Mr. Emmanuel Economos, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Mr. Chris Faciana, Cuyahoga Community College
Dr. Carrie Firmanty, Bryant & Stratton College
Mr. Rich Gershom, Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Mr. Steven Pamer, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Mr. Lucas Roberts, New World Performance Training
Mrs. Amanda Shaw, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
7285 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
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