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Diploma in Special Population (Offline Mode)

Scientifically Structured Training for Medically Sensitive Clients

  • Train with Compassion, Backed by Clinical Precision

The Diploma in Special Population by NIFS is a comprehensive, offline-only, 5-month program designed to equip fitness professionals with the skills needed to safely and effectively train individuals with medical conditions, chronic illnesses, post-surgical cases, and special needs.

This certification blends anatomy, pathology, clinical coordination, risk assessment, and customized fitness programming for over 10 different categories of special populations. Aligned with HSSC Level 4 (Government) guidelines, this course is ideal for trainers, rehab assistants, physiotherapy students, and clinical support professionals.

  • Why Choose This Program?
  • Offline Format with In-Person Practical Learning
  • Medical-Backed Curriculum for Real-World Fitness-Rehab Integration
  • Comprehensive Module Structure covering more than 10 clinical categories
  • Hands-On Assessments – Blood Pressure, Body Composition, Movement Screening
  • Collaboration-Oriented – Train to work alongside doctors, physios & clinicians
  • Backed by Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC – Govt.)
  • Who Should Enroll?
  • Certified Personal Trainers & Fitness Coaches
  • Physiotherapists & Rehab Professionals
  • Yoga & Pilates Instructors working with clients having limitations
  • PE Teachers & Sports Medicine Interns
  • Health Science & Fitness Management Students
  • Coaches working in elderly or clinical populations
  • Certifications You Will Receive
  • Healthcare Sector Skill Council – Inclusive Trainer (Level 4) – Govt. Accredited
  • NIFS Diploma in Special Population
  • CPR & AED Certification – Emergency Response Training
  • Duration & Format
  • Total Duration: 5 Months
  • Mode: Offline (On-Campus Only)
  • Assessment: Viva + Case-Based Evaluation + Practical Demos
  • Course Curriculum – What You Will Learn

This extensive program is broken into 12 key modules covering special populations in-depth:

Module 1: Introduction to Special Population Fitness Training

  • Role & responsibilities of a special population trainer
  • Scope of practice, ethics, and communication basics

Module 2: Basic Health Screening & Coordination

  • Health history intake, prescription reading, blood pressure, pulse
  • Body composition analysis & goal setting
  • Coordination with healthcare professionals

Module 3: Cardiovascular Disorders

(Hypertension, stroke, arterial disorders, open heart surgeries)

  • Physiology, pathology, diagnostics, treatment overview
  • Assessment, exercise planning & medical coordination
  • Contraindications & monitoring

Module 4: Metabolic Disorders

(Diabetes, thyroid issues, gout, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis)

  • Exercise charts, red flag symptoms & monitoring
  • Multi-condition programming & adjustment skills

Module 5: Musculoskeletal Conditions

(Ligament/tendon/muscle injuries, arthritis, post-surgical cases)

  • Joint-specific movement planning
  • Rehab-aligned exercise design

Module 6: Lifestyle Disorders & Obesity

  • Obesity programming & motivational strategies
  • Lifestyle coaching models for prevention & reversal

Module 7: Neurological Disorders

(Stroke, Parkinson’s, epilepsy)

  • Neural adaptation & safe movement protocols
  • Long-term training considerations

Module 8: Post-Surgical Case Handling

(Hernia, C-section, kidney/gall bladder stones, implants)

  • Pathology, rehab integration & pain management basics

Module 9: Special Consideration – Pregnancy

  • Prenatal & postnatal training guidelines
  • Modifications & energy level tracking

Module 10: Mechanical Pain & Spine Health

(Back pain, neck pain, disc issues, neural compression, osteopenia)

  • Alignment correction, spine decompression drills
  • Pain-safe programming

Module 11: Infectious Diseases – COVID-19 Recovery

  • Long COVID care planning
  • Recovery pacing & oxygen sensitivity precautions

Module 12: Dietary & Lifestyle Modifications

  • Basic nutrition strategy for special populations
  • Creating holistic habit-change plans
  • Career Opportunities
  • Special Population Coach in Gyms & Clinics
  • Post-Rehab Trainer in Physiotherapy Setups
  • Corporate Wellness Consultant (Chronic Disease Focus)
  • Elderly & Prenatal Fitness Coach
  • Assistant to Sports Rehab, Ortho or Neuro Departments
  • Online Coaching for Limited-Mobility Clients
  • Why NIFS?
  • 13+ Years in Fitness Education with Clinical Integration
  • Government-Backed Curriculum & HSSC Alignment
  • Offline, Hands-On Learning with Real Client Scenarios
  • Career Guidance + Certification Credibility
  • Enroll Now – Become a Fitness Professional for Every Body!

Course Fee

₹45,000.00

TOTAL DURATION -5 MONTHS

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