Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation
Course introduction
Over 30 randomised control trials demonstrated that Tai Chi significantly improved clinical symptoms of a range of chronic conditions, functional ability and the quality of life of patients with chronic conditions.
Based on compelling research evidence, informed by exercise science and guided by exercise prescription principles and safety guidelines, ©the Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Program is an evidence translation program for rehabilitation and management of chronic conditions in healthcare, residential and community settings. The Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Program has eight forms with each form containing symmetrical movements targeting various chronic conditions. The program is designed to reduce clinical symptoms, prevent functional decline and disability, regain functional ability and independence, and improve physical and mental health and the quality of life for patients living with chronic conditions.
It is easy to learn and practice. It is highly recommended for allied health care and exercise professionals involved in rehabilitation and management of chronic conditions. It is also highly recommended for patients with chronic conditions as a lifestyle intervention strategy for self-management of chronic conditions.
What to learn
The course contains practical and theoretical module
Practical Module
- Step by step teaching and practice of the evidence-based Tai Chi intervention program led by the course instructors
- How to practice/apply/teach the program safely and effectively
Theoretical Module
- Epidemiology and risk factors of chronic conditions
- Introduction to Tai Chi and the Clinical Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Program
- Research evidence and exercise science underpinning the program
- Application of the program to rehabilitation and management of chronic conditions
- Teaching and practice guideline
Why choose this course by EMI
- Based on compelling research evidence
- Informed by exercise science
- Guided by exercise prescription principles and safety guidelines
- Accredited/approved by American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), California Physical Therapy Association (CPTA), Texas Physical Therapy Association, New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Texas Occupational Therapy Association (TOTA) and Exercise Medicine Australia
- Over 20 years of dedication to continuing education for health and exercise professionals
- High level of course participants’ satisfaction
- Gaining certification to practice/teach the program in healthcare, community or residential settings
- Expanding your professional skills and gaining 15 CPD/CCUs/CECs/CEUs(1.5) for your processional development
- Complete learning resources (course manual and step-by-step teaching video) provided
- Ongoing professional development support
Cost
Self-paced Online Learning Course:
Regular: US$495
Now special for limited time: US$298
Further discount is available for group booking (two or more)
2-Day Live Training Course Via Zoom
Regular: US$650
Now special for limited time: US$449
Further discount is available for group booking (two or more)
The cost covers 9 hours of live training over 2 days via zoom plus full access to the course online
