FSS 280 - Weight Management Specialist

1 Credits, 1 Contact Hours
1 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Principles of behavior change, communication, and assessment for weight management success. Includes client assessment and communication, basic nutritional and physical activity guidelines, developing a plan, and practice coaching.

Information: This course is intended for Fitness Professionals, Health and Wellness Coaches, sport coaches, physical education teachers, personal interest and development, and continuing education.

1. Apply active listening skills during client assessment.
2. Design a weight management plan appropriate for client’s stage of change with goal setting and strategies to overcome barriers.   

1. I. Client Assessment and Communication
   1. Empathy
   2. Active listening C. Stages of change   
   3. Self-awareness of communication skills
   4. Readiness scale
2.  Nutrition
   1. Dietary Guidelines
   2. MyPlate
   3. Energy balance
   4. Behavioral strategies
      1. Recognizing barriers
      2. Identifying previous successes in weight management
      3. Goal setting
   5. Dietary Patterns
3. Physical Activity
   1. Recognize physical and psychological barriers
   2. Small changes and small wins
   3. Realistic program scheduling